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DCA awards $14.25M for neighborhood revitalization projects
New Jersey DCA awarded $14.25 million through its Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit program to support housing and economic growth.
NJ cracks down on illegal alcohol shipments from out of state
Nine retailers face penalties for sending wine and spirits to local residents in violation of New Jersey’s consumer protection law, according to the OAG's office.
NJ warns 11K businesses not to sell flavored vapes
The Division of Consumer Affairs also cited 19 businesses in August 2024.
4 downtown districts receive Main Street NJ designation
Special improvement districts in these four municipalities received the prestigious MSNJ badge, which aims to encourage and support the revitalization of business districts throughout the state with training and grant opportunities.
Dick’s settles with NJ over claims it sold high-capacity magazines
As part of a Nov. 14 consent order, the Pennsylvania-based retailer agreed to pay $46,000 in civil penalties and attorneys’ fees.
NJ’s fourth round of affordable housing guidelines details 150K units
The obligations are the first released following legislation passed earlier this year to streamline determining, and enforcing, municipalities' responsibilities statewide under the New Jersey Supreme Court’s Mount Laurel doctrine and the State’s Fair Housing Act.
NJ AG offers tips to avoid hurricane charity fraud
Officials are urging consumers to "Investigate Before You Donate" to avoid potential scams following back-to-back devastating storms that ravaged portions of the country.
NJ DCA conducts compliance inspections at Halloween pop-up shops
To ensure there’s only treats and no tricks for consumers this season, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs said it recently visited dozens of stores around the state.
NJ cites 19 businesses for illegal sales of flavored vapor products
Under New Jersey state law, it is illegal to sell flavored electronic smoking devices and products with a taste or aroma other than tobacco.
NJ DCA launches new – and improved – data tool
The updated allows users to enter search terms and browse by categories, like housing, economic development and taxes. It also offers external links to related datasets from several state agencies.
NJ awards nearly $1.5M in Main Street transformation grants
The funding helps "communities reshape their main streets into vibrant places that draw people to live, work, and visit," said Gina Fischetti, coordinator of MSNJ.
DCA launches new grant to support Main Street NJ districts
According to acting Department of Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn Suarez, the MSNJ program has distributed more than $4.3 million to date.
