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Way sworn in as New Jersey lieutenant governor
"[T]oday, with our flags flying high, I am proud to announce that I have selected a proven public servant – with a superb record of accomplishments – to join me in finishing the job that Sheila and I started," Gov. Phil Murphy said during Secretary of State Tahesha Way's Sept. 8 swearing in ceremony.
Murphy set to tap Secretary Way as lieutenant governor
Sources familiar with the situation confirmed to NJBIZ that the governor has selected Tahesha Way to fill the critical role, following the death of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
‘Pure hell’: DOJ blasts NJ veterans homes over COVID care, conditions
In a scathing 43-page report, and following a nearly three-year investigation, the Justice Department has concluded that residents at two state-run facilities were subjected to conditions that violated the 14th Amendment.
New Jersey leaders remember, mourn Fiordaliso
“A son of Newark and former Mayor of Livingston, Joe’s New Jersey roots run deep," said Attorney General Matthew Platkin. "From his longstanding place as a Commissioner on the Board of Public Utilities – with bipartisan support – to his elevation as President in 2018, Joe never stopped looking for ways to make life better for New Jerseyans."
NJ joins national group working to raise college completion rates
According to Gov. Phil Murphy, taking part in the Complete College America Alliance "reflects our belief that economic prosperity and educational attainment are two sides of the same coin.”
NJBPU President Joseph Fiordaliso dies at 78
“Joe Fiordaliso was a consummate public servant, a trusted colleague, and a good friend,” Gov. Phil Murphy said in a statement. “Above all, he was a devoted husband to his wife Marilyn, father to Dana and Joe, and grandfather to six loving children.”
New Jersey lands another $425M for transportation projects
The redistributed spending authority marks the highest amount the state has ever received. Here's how it'll use it.
Zimmerman nominated as permanent NJDOBI commisioner
“In addition to the time he has already spent serving as Acting Commissioner, Justin’s prior experience as the department’s Chief of Staff makes him more than qualified for this position," said Gov. Phil Murphy.
RWJUH nurses strike remains in bitter stalemate
Even with health benefits discontinued as of Sept. 1 for workers who have walked out, there are currently no upcoming bargaining sessions scheduled — with the last having occurred in mid-August.
SBA extends operation of Warren County disaster center
Through Sept. 13, those affected by a vicious storm that ripped through the area in July can get help with their application and information about the federal assistance program.
Gas tax rate set to increase slightly in October
“As mandated by the 2016 law, this dedicated funding stream continues to provide billions of dollars across the state to support crucial transportation infrastructure needs," said state Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio.
Mercer man admits role in COVID testing kickback scheme
According to prosecutors, the Pennington resident and conspirators solicited the returns in exchange for providing test samples to a Parsippany-based clinical laboratory.
