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Future Shore Development After Sandy [SERIES]

Ilya Hemlin — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:08:27 +0000

This is the fifth and final part of a series titled, Revisiting the Jersey Shore After Sandy. In this part we look at the future of the Shore, including rebuilding, zoning and protecting the area from future storms.

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Is Sandy A Hundred Year Storm? [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Ilya Hemlin — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:48:41 +0000

While shore communities try to remain optimistic for the first summer season, the annual State of the Shore paints a sobering picture on the fallout from Superstorm Sandy.
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River Water And Rubbing Alcohol Found In Restaurant Booze Bottles [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:32:22 +0000

Confidential informants, undercover agents, high-tech gadgetry, customer complaints…"Operation Swill" had it all.
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Giving A Break To New Jersey Veterans Groups

David Matthau — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:04:27 +0000

New Jersey lawmakers could soon give final approval to legislation that exempts most veterans’ organizations from paying a $25 filing fee that is now mandated by law.
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Governor Chris Christie Embraces His "Mission" [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:00:32 +0000

As New Jersey Governor Chris Christie travels around the state these days, he's telling folks at his town hall meetings and at boardwalk re-opening ceremonies that his job as Governor has turned into a "sacred mission" to restore and rebuild after Superstorm Sandy.
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Poverty Spreading To New Jersey's Suburbs [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:00:10 +0000

More children are living in poverty in every corner of the Garden State, including the wealthiest counties.
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Buono Debuts First TV Ad, Christie Counters [VIDEO]

Dan Alexander — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:59:55 +0000

As the Barbara Buono gubernatorial campaign prepares to launch its first commercial, Governor Chris Christie counters with another ad that continues to link her to the Corzine administration.
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The Party's Over at F-Cove [AUDIO]

Rosetta Key — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:53:13 +0000

Do not expect to see wild boat parties or DJs blasting music from barges in two man-made lagoons in Ocean County anymore.
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A New Plan To Protect Disabled New Jersey Drivers [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:36:14 +0000

Beginning August 1st, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will require drivers with disabilities to get re-certified by a doctor every three years in order to get a handicapped placard and license plates for their car.
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Christie To Tornado Victims: Be Strong [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:27:58 +0000

The disturbing images of tornado-ravaged Oklahoma towns have reignited some memories of the devastation in New Jersey immediately following Superstorm Sandy.
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NJ Red Light Cameras Still A Scam, Says Assemblyman [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:25:45 +0000

An agreement to partially refund some New Jersey drivers for fines they paid as a result of the red light camera program is on hold until a final 'approval of settlement' hearing that is scheduled for September 12th.
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Federal Reserve Uncertain About Ending Stimulus [AUDIO]

Joe Cutter — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:15:50 +0000

The Federal Reserve right now is debating whether its economic stimulus program should continue or be curtailed, and their decision may have a deep impact on growth.
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NJ Democrats Want to Halt College Building Funds

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:24:56 +0000

Some Democratic lawmakers in New Jersey want to block the state from helping to pay for construction at two religious schools.
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NJ Becoming More Business Friendly, Says CEOs [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Against the backdrop of a still-struggling economy, New Jersey continues to make improvements in the eyes of CEOs over the past year both as a place to do business and expand their businesses, according to the newly-released 2013 C-Suite Survey conducted by the Rutgers University Bloustein School.
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Is Statewide All-Day Kindergarten a Good Idea? [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:11:05 +0000

Is it a good idea to offer full-day kindergarten statewide in New Jersey?
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Bill Closes Loophole for Sex Offenders [AUDIO]

Kelly Waldron — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:09:00 +0000

Working with children would be prohibited for sex offenders, who are considered a risk to repeat their crimes, under a bill that's been introduced by Assemblywomen Caroline Casagrande and Pamela Lampitt.
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Anthony Weiner Launches NYC Mayoral Campaign

Dan Alexander — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:17:02 +0000

Anthony Weiner's run for a renaissance is officially on.
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Obama: Oklahoma Needs Everything "Right Away" [VIDEO]

Dan Alexander — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:45:58 +0000

President Obama spoke about the Oklahoma tornado and said that "Americans from every corner of this country will be right there" to support the residents of Moore for as long as their recovery takes.
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Drivers Reminded To Share the Road With Bikers [AUDIO]

Rosetta Key — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:31:25 +0000

Motorcycle law enforcement officers with their bikes parked in a row participated in a rally in Freehold on Monday to highlight Motorcycle Safety Month.
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Should Owners of "Green" Vehicles Pay An Extra Fee? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:14:37 +0000

A New Jersey State Senator, who was going to introduce a measure to tax all drivers based on the number of miles they drive, has changed his mind, and is now crafting legislation that calls for a yearly fee for those who own electric and alternate fuel vehicles.
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