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Imagine, a New Jersey nonprofit offering free grief support for children and families, is expanding volunteer training to meet growing demand. No experience needed, just a willingness to listen.
A Temple University researcher discovered a wildflower species that exists nowhere else on Earth, hiding in plain sight in New Jersey's Pine Barrens for thousands of years. The finding could secure new protections for the rare plant.
New Jersey's new governor signed two executive orders on her first day to freeze electricity rates and fast-track massive solar and battery storage expansion. The state aims to add 3 gigawatts of solar capacity and hundreds of megawatts of battery storage within months.
Middlesex, New Jersey residents can now slash their electricity bills by nearly half without installing a single solar panel. A new community solar partnership lets renters and homeowners alike tap into clean energy with zero upfront costs.
A new $53 million museum celebrating Bruce Springsteen and American music history opens Saturday in Long Branch, New Jersey, where The Boss was born. The center features rare artifacts from music legends and tells the story of protest through song.
New Jersey started 2026 with a much-needed employment boost, adding 6,000 jobs in January while the unemployment rate fell to 5.2%. Private sector growth is leading the charge, with professional services, healthcare, and construction creating thousands of new opportunities for Garden State workers.
Volunteers across New Jersey will gather at more than 80 beaches on April 11 to remove trash and protect marine life during the annual Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps. The event has mobilized hundreds of thousands of people since the 1980s, turning spring cleanup into a powerful act of community care for the coastline.
New Jersey just made it easier for legal cannabis businesses to grow, with $5 million in grants still available to help small companies cover compliance costs. Licensed operators can get up to $75,000 to reimburse expenses tied to meeting state regulations.
New Jersey just made it easier to say no to unnecessary plastic forks and ketchup packets. Starting August, restaurants will only give you single-use items when you actually ask for them.
New Jersey's drinking water just got dramatically safer. A Rutgers study found that toxic "forever chemicals" dropped by half thanks to the state's groundbreaking regulations.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is tackling sky-high electricity costs while protecting the state's green energy future. Her solution uses existing clean energy funds to give residents immediate bill relief without abandoning long-term climate goals.
New Jersey just made it possible for patients to get physical and mental health care in one visit. The landmark rule change ends a decade-old system that forced people to use separate entrances and visit multiple locations for complete care.
Governor Mikie Sherrill just signed a law making it easier for battery storage projects to join New Jersey's clean energy grid. The move could lower utility bills while keeping renewable power flowing even when the sun isn't shining and the wind isn't blowing.
Labor organizer Analilia Mejia won New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election by nearly 20 points, bringing her progressive platform to Washington. The daughter of immigrants will serve the final eight months of Governor Mikie Sherrill's term.
A grassroots organizer overcame ten-to-one spending to win a congressional primary in New Jersey, proving progressive candidates can connect with moderate voters. Analilia Mejia's victory shows the power of door-to-door organizing over massive outside spending.
A lone bear cub stranded in a roadside ditch on Interstate 78 got a second chance thanks to quick-thinking New Jersey State Police. The tiny animal is now safe and receiving proper care from wildlife officials.
A three-month pilot program launched in Green Brook, New Jersey, bringing food orders to doorsteps by drone instead of car. Residents within 2.5 miles can now get meals faster without paying extra fees.
New Jersey is handing out 770 free World Cup tickets to youth soccer players, healthcare heroes, and families of deployed troops. The tickets cover seven matches at MetLife Stadium, making soccer's biggest event accessible to those who deserve it most.
New Jersey's Senate unanimously passed legislation requiring public colleges to provide free menstrual products to students. The bill aims to eliminate "period poverty" that forces students to choose between basic necessities.
A snowstorm couldn't stop 400 basketball fans from raising $107,000 to help underprivileged students attend Catholic schools in New Jersey. The 22nd annual Hoopfest celebrated both athletic talent and academic achievement while supporting kids who need it most.
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