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Port Authority reviews 'best' methods to finance raising of Bayonne Bridge
BAYONNE — The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is using the "best" methods to finance the raising of the Bayonne Bridge, according to Gov. Chris Christie, in a report by...
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N.J. senator introduces bill allowing experimental oyster beds to continue
TRENTON — Legislation has been introduced to allow scientists and activists to continue operating experimental oyster beds in New Jersey’s polluted coastal waters, despite a ban imposed by state...
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Rutgers officials say employee salaries will not increase as unions protest
Union members say Rutgers is reneging on promises made last year when employees agreed to defer raises to this year Matt Rainey/The Star-LedgerA 2009 Star-Ledger file photo of Rutgers University's...
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How much N.J. will save after Gov. Chris Christie's budget cuts
"I’m thrilled that the budget is in the position that it’s in ... We all worked together." -Gov. Chris Christie THE BUDGET DEAL Democrat and Republican lawmakers will meet today to review a deal...
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Port Authority awards $86M contract in World Trade Center construction project
NEW YORK — The Port Authority took its first concrete step toward construction of Santiago Calatrava’s dramatic World Trade Center PATH and subway hub today, awarding an $86 million contract to a Long...
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N.J. top court rules couple can seek payment for taken Avalon beach property
Storm knocked down Klumpps' house, but town didn't notify them it was taking land Courtesy of the Klumpp familyThe former Avalon beach home of Edward and Nancy Klumpp, which was destroyed in a 1962...
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More N.J. motorists say local road conditions are 'poor' than in past 7...
AAA survey says approval rating is worst it's ever been; rating has been getting worse each year since 2003 Sarah Rice/For The Star-LedgerCars pass a potholes on Oliver St. just west of McWhorter...
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Gov. Christie to review proposed changes to N.J. school-choice bill
TRENTON — The fate of a school-choice bill backed by Gov. Chris Christie was in flux Tuesday after a sponsor announced significant changes in hopes of winning quick legislative approval. The...
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Gov. Christie's town hall meeting gets off to contentious start
GREENWICH TOWNSHIP -- Gov. Chris Christie's campaign-like push for a property tax overhaul got off to a lively start today on the turf of the Legislature's top Democrat. As more than 100 members of...
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N.J. legislators push to restore family planning funds in budget
TRENTON — With a fragile budget deal agreement already in place, a group of Democratic women lawmakers in New Jersey are pressing to restore family planning funding. The money was axed as Gov. Chris...
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Hagedorn hospital to remain open, N.J. senate committee passes bill to study...
TRENTON — The state's public psychiatric hospital in Hunterdon County would remain open and a committee would be created to study New Jersey's mental health needs under a bill the Senate Budget and...
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N.J. top court upholds lower court's ruling saying state not mandated to pay...
The N.J. Supreme Court declined to hear the NJEA's case, upholding the ruling of a lower court. Above, NJEA President Barbara Keshishian. Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-LedgerNJEA President Barbara Keshishian...
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Two GOP Assembly members press for changes in $29.4M N.J. budget deal
Loss of just one Republican vote in the Assembly would force Christie to look for more votes from majority Democrats Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-LedgerA March 2010 file photo of the Assembly Chamber....
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Frustrated N.J. lawmakers negotiate last-minute budget deals
TRENTON — A Senate budget committee hearing has been starting and stopping all day as lawmakers try to shore up votes on Gov. Chris Christie’s $29.4 billion budget. The budget must be approved and...
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Plans for Rutgers, Thomas Edison merger are not in $29.4M budget deal
Schools officials, who expect to deal with steep budget cuts, are waiting for budget to pass Legislature, Christie Noah K. Murray/The Star-LedgerGov. Chris Christie during Energy Policy forum for the...
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Longtime N.J. Chamber of Commerce head to step down after ongoing feud with...
Christie has privately told business leaders he would have tough time getting close to the group as long as Verplanck remained in top spot Patti Sapone/The Star-LedgerJoan Verplanck, president of the...
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N.J. officials say off-shore windmills will cost ratepayers $5B
Industry officials say wind energy involves 'trade-off' of higher rates, new businesses Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-LedgerThe Jersey-Atlantic Wind Farm in Atlantic City, in this 2008 file photo. TRENTON —...
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Two N.J. Superior Court judges are promoted to Appellate Divison
TRENTON — Two state Superior Court judges are being promoted to the Appellate Division, officials said today. The appointments of judges Douglas Fasciale, of Union County, and Ellen Koblitz, of Bergen...
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Gov. Christie dismisses Sen. Sweeney's alternate property tax plan
GOP gov reiterated stances on N.J. Supreme Court, property tax amendment, school funding during town hall meeting GREENWICH TOWNSHIP — Facing a two-week window before his property tax overhaul dies or...
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Gov. Chris Christie's $29.4B budget proceeds to full Senate vote
TRENTON — The Senate budget committee voted to send Gov. Chris Christie’s proposed $29.4 billion budget on to a full Senate vote, clearing one hurdle necessary for final passage before the July 1...
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