George Norcross

George Norcross III is shown prior to testifying to the Senate Select Committee on Economic Growth Strategies in Trenton, on Nov. 18, 2019.
Feb 17, 2026

NJ drops appeal in Norcross racketeering case

Acting Attorney General Jennifer Davenport will not appeal the dismissal of the racketeering indictment against George Norcross III in the Camden redevelopment case brought by her predecessor.

George Norcross III is shown testifying to the Senate Select Committee on Economic Growth Strategies in Trenton on Nov. 18, 2019.
Feb 3, 2026

NJ appellate court upholds dismissal of Norcross indictment

Citing deficient charges and time, the panel affirmed an earlier decision that dismissed racketeering charges against George Norcross and five co-defendants.

Fulton Bank is headquartered in Lancaster, Pa., while Blue Foundry is based in Rutherford.
Nov 24, 2025

Fulton, Blue Foundry banks to merge in $243M deal

The all-stock deal will expand the Pennsylvania-based buyer's North Jersey presence as well as boost first-year earnings.

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Sep 11, 2025

Norcross firm Conner Strong disputes OSC conflict findings

The insurance company founded by George Norcross is pushing back against alleged conflicts in state health insurance funds, raising regulatory and political stakes

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Sep 10, 2025

Norcross-Braca Group challenges Republic First/FDIC deal

Citing $1 billion in losses and mismanagement tied to the bank's collapse, the contingency also filed a separate suit targeting former directors.

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Jun 18, 2025

A+ credit rating highlights Cooper Health’s strong growth

The latest upgrade from S&P brings the system to its highest-ever credit rating, citing strong financials, market expansion and experienced leadership.

George Norcross III is shown testifying to the Senate Select Committee on Economic Growth Strategies in Trenton on Nov. 18, 2019.
Feb 27, 2025

Attorneys blast Attorney General Platkin after Norcross case dismissal

During a nearly one-hour Zoom with reporters, the legal representatives for all of the defendants offered reaction to the order – and sounded off on Attorney General Matthew Platkin.

George Norcross III is shown prior to testifying to the Senate Select Committee on Economic Growth Strategies in Trenton, on Nov. 18, 2019.
Feb 26, 2025

Judge tosses case against Norcross, co-defendants

Following the dismissal of the 13-count indictment, Attorney General Matthew Platkin expressed disappointment — while pledging to appeal.

George Norcross III
Feb 17, 2025

George Norcross III | 2025 Power 100

Cooper Health System There was no shortage of action in 2024 for Norcross, the state’s preeminent powerbroker who sits at the nexus of politics and business. In June, Attorney General […]

South Jersey Democratic power broker George Norcross presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for Cooper University Health Care's $3 billion “Imagine” expansion project in Camden.
Feb 10, 2025

Cooper Health groundbreaking marks milestone in Camden’s renaissance

A bipartisan group of current and former elected officials took the podium during a recent celebratory moment kicking off the $3 billion Project Imagine.

Feb. 10, 2025 Edition of NJBIZ
Feb 10, 2025

Feb. 10, 2025 Edition of NJBIZ

Inside: We shine our Spotlight on cybersecurity; a groundbreaking at Cooper University Health marks a milestone in Camden’s renaissance; experts explain what businesses can expect from the second Trump administration; and much more!

Cooper University Health Care said its new investment, Project Imagine, will dramatically expand the academic health system’s main campus to meet the current and future projected demand at Cooper University Hospital and MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper.
Jan 27, 2025

Cooper’s $3B groundbreaking expects to draw big names to Camden

Gov. Phil Murphy – along with four former state governors – will appear with hospital leadership, South Jersey native Kelly Ripa and others.