Tag: New Jersey Assembly
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Gov. James J. Florio remembered for champion efforts in environment, safety
Local dignitaries, leaders remember former Gov. James J. Florio, whose time in office saw a wide variety of initiatives, many of which led to significant changes in New Jersey public policy and governance. Florio passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sept. 25. He was 85. “Gov. Florio was a fighter who never backed…
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Colleagues mourn passing of state Assemblyman Ronald Dancer
New Jersey political figures have paid tribute to their colleague, state Assemblyman Ronald Dancer, 73, of Plumsted Township, Ocean County, who died on July 23 after a long illness. Dancer, a Republican, was representing New Jersey’s 12th Legislative District at the time of his passing. His district colleagues were Republican Sen. Sam Thompson and Republican…
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Longtime friends, colleagues remember Superior Court Judge Peter Barnes III
EDISON – The sudden passing of state Superior Court Judge Peter Barnes III on Feb. 22 has left longtime friends and colleagues reeling. He was 64. “This is a tough time for me and my family,” said Middlesex County Commissioner Charles Tomaro, who said he and Barnes were best of friends growing up together; both…
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LyondellBasell Edison Plant celebrates 90 years
EDISON – As the chemical industry remains one of the largest industries in the state, the LyondellBasell Edison Plant is a prime example of why. Celebrating 90 years this year, the plant, with Antero Oretega-Velazco at the helm as site manager, is thriving with an estimated economic impact of $19.6 million, which includes yearly total…
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Grant will fund survey and studies at Dismal Swamp
EDISON — Encompassing portions of three municipalities, the Dismal Swamp provides a habitat for 175 species of birds, 25 species of mammals and 25 species of amphibians and reptiles. It is also home to numerous trees and plants, many designated as rare, threatened or endangered. That is why an award of a $200,000 grant from…
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Coughlin chosen as Assembly Speaker
TRENTON — Assemblyman Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex), the next New Jersey Assembly Speaker come January, has vowed to help the working middle class by finding new ways to grow the economy. “That’s why I will create a new standing committee, the Science, Technology and Innovation Committee, that will create legislation designed to put New Jersey at…
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Edison officials remember ‘Doc’
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — The Township Council took time to remember Dr. Thomas “Doc” Paterniti, who served the township in so many ways. “Doc mentored many of us, including myself,” Council President Michael Lombardi said at a council meeting on May 24. “Doc was a true public servant.” On May 13, Paterniti,…
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Monroe officials promise to fight for fair share of funding
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer MONROE — Township and school officials are joining forces as they continue to provide pressure on state and local legislators in seeking their fair share in state aid. Mayor Gerard W. Tamburro discussed the school funding formula at a Township Council meeting on Feb. 6. He said he was invited…
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Quinn announces bid for state Assembly seat
Robert A. Quinn is seeking the Republican nomination for the New Jersey Assembly in the 17th Legislative District (Milltown, New Brunswick, North Brunswick, Piscataway and Franklin Township) in November. Quinn is the state chapter president for Parents Involved in Education, a nationwide parent organization aimed at removing [from schools] Common Core and PARCC (Partnership for Assessment…