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Calls on Governor Murphy to conditionally veto the temporary workers bill to fix flaws that could lead to temporary workers losing their jobs
Calls on Governor Murphy to conditionally veto the temporary workers bill to fix flaws that could lead to temporary workers losing their jobs Trenton, NJ – ... -
New Jersey Construction Worker Classification Tips
Friday, September 16, 2022 In a case involving a drywall installation company, the New Jersey Supreme Court provided helpful guidance for employers to properly classify construction ... -
Housing markets in these three states are the most vulnerable to declines
Photo (c) Michael Godek – Getty Images Despite all the talk of an impending housing market correction, or even a crash, real estate economists point out ... -
Gone New York: People are trying to flee the Empire State for hotter destinations. Here’s why.
New York, maybe people don’t quite like you anymore. According to a new report from moveBuddha, a site where people can calculate their moving costs, New ... -
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation to Address Food Insecurity Among New Jersey College Students
AMBOY SOUTH – Governor Phil Murphy signed two bills today that will help address food insecurity among students across the state. The first bill, A2368/S1677, which ... -
The Wave Spa in New Jersey
JUPITER, Florida., September 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — US Immigration Fund, LLC (“USIF”), one of the largest operators of EB-5 Regional Centers in United States with over ... -
Pa. workers and businesses grapple with a tight labor market this Labor Day
September 5, 2022 | 10:11 a.m. Tom MacDonald / WHY WHYY reporter Tom MacDonald is a longtime ... -
Lakeland Bancorp stock: Strong loan growth to boost earnings (NASDAQ: LBAI)
omersukrugoksu Strong loan growth will support Lakeland Bancorp (NASDAQ: LBAI) revenues through the end of 2023. The loan portfolio is expected to grow due to management ... -
Establishing Independent Contractor Status Continues to Challenge New Jersey Employers | Cole Schotz
In East Bay Drywall, LLC v. Department of Labor and Workforce Development, decided on August 2, 2022, the New Jersey Supreme Court upheld the difficulties faced ... -
Consumer Confidence, Campbell Soup Gains, Jobs Report
Comment this story Comment A look at some of the major trade events and economic indicators to come this week: The Conference Board released its latest ... -
Unemployment up slightly in East Metro, statewide, but trends still good
Unemployment rose slightly in July, both statewide and in the East metro area, but remains significantly lower than last year and significantly lower than the year ... -
NJ child care industry struggles to find workers, report says
Are you still struggling to find reasonable child care in your area? Research from the Rutgers Center for Women and Work, in conjunction with the university’s ... -
Crisis warning, child care advocates call for federal funds
A slew of speakers urged officials on Monday to direct federal dollars toward increasing child care staffing during a listening session on how the state should ... -
Falling gas prices dampen inflation in New Jersey, but other costs rise
NEW JERSEY – Inflation is slowing, mostly due to falling gas prices, but New Jerseyans will continue to experience wallet pain at groceries and other purchases ... -
Report: Garden State employers faring better than most on hiring | New Jersey
(The Center Square) – New Jersey employers are doing better than most when it comes to hiring. Service delays and reduced hours of operation are becoming ... -
Man charged with having 420 pounds of marijuana in Ridgefield, NJ
RIDGEFIELD — A New York man had 420 pounds of marijuana in his vehicle when he was arrested by narcotics investigators, according to Bergen County District ... -
What is the Bureau of Labor Statistics? Definition, function and importance
The BLS is headquartered in the Postal Square Building (pictured here) in Washington, DC AgnosticPreachersKid, CC-BY-SA-3.0 via Wikimedia Commons; Cloth Contents What is the Bureau of ... -
The search for the Superintendent of Schools is usually not a silent process in New Jersey
Parents of children who attend Paterson Public School have until Monday to complete an online survey and voice their opinions on how the district is run ... -
NJ DOT Pushes Mileage-Based Driver Fees As Gas Tax Alternative
It’s been nearly six years since a 23-cent-per-gallon increase in the Garden State’s gasoline tax lit up the phone lines and topped the news cycle at ... -
July 2022 Police Activity Report
July 2022 hot topics: On 7/13/2022, a resident about to start his freshman year at a college in New Jersey was scammed via email asking to ... -
Where most people need food stamps in every state – 24/7 Wall St.
Earlier this summer, California announced it would send checks for $1,050 to about 23 million residents to combat the devastating effects of inflation on state residents. ... -
New Jersey High Court Says Separate Business Structure Is Not Sufficient to Establish Independent Contractor Status
On August 2, 2022, the New Jersey Supreme Court released a landmark decision that has a significant impact on how businesses in the state should classify ... -
Unemployment rates in the 50 states for 2022: Bureau of Labor Statistics
The unemployment rate in the United States continues to fall after record unemployment rates at the start of the pandemic, according to data published by the ... -
Jersey City and Hoboken NJ have the Top 10 highest rents in the United States
Life is expensive. Especially if you live in New Jersey right now. Over the past few years, tenants across the United States have experienced skyrocketing increases ... -
Largest city with fewest people using food stamps in every state – 24/7 Wall St.
In June, California announced it would send checks for $1,050 to about 23 million residents to combat the devastating effects of inflation on state residents. Since ... -
NJ Cardiologist Who Distributed Thousands Of Oxy Pills Is Jailed
A 60-year-old Somerset County cardiologist has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for illegally prescribing thousands of oxycodone pills, US Attorney Philip ... -
PROSECUTOR: Dumont Widow, 79, bludgeoned to death with Fireplace Poker
UPDATE: A man accused of brutally bludgeoning his 79-year-old mother with a fireplace poker called 911 to report the crime, Bergen County District Attorney Mark Musella ... -
Camden group ask judge to order referendum on ballot
A coalition of Camden activists have taken legal action to force a vote on a proposed referendum that would force big businesses in the city to ... -
NJ workers can register for in-person appointment for unemployment assistance for first time, state says
There’s good news for unemployed workers whose claims have been languishing for months or more. The Department of Labor is now offering in-person appointments to any ... -
Camden County man admits defrauding COVID-19 relief programs and illegally possessing a firearm | USAO-NJ
CAMDEN, NJ – A Camden County, New Jersey man today admitted conspiring to fraudulently obtain COVID-19 relief funds, fraudulently obtaining unemployment benefits and illegally possessing a ... -
These are the 10 healthiest communities in the United States: 2022 report
Living in a big city may offer better job opportunities or more weekend activities, but it may not be the healthiest choice you can make. That’s ... -
Bernardsville, NJ, man jailed after cheating on BMW and Mercedes Benz
A Bernardsville man is spending a day before a year in Somerset County Jail after admitting to writing dozens of bad checks totaling more than $166,000. ... -
Tewksbury, New Jersey man jailed for fraudulent massage certificates
TRENTON – Following a guilty plea, a Hunterdon County man will spend 33 months behind bars for selling fake massage licenses, some of which were used ... -
6 of the 10 U.S. housing markets most vulnerable to a downturn are in this state
Some real estate markets are more vulnerable to a downturn than others. Getty Images Six of the 10 counties most vulnerable to a downturn are in ... -
Small business advocacy organizations wanted bill considered | New Jersey
(The Center Square) — Small business advocacy organizations are disappointed that a Senate bill to offset a $300 million unemployment insurance tax was withdrawn from consideration ... -
Are large-scale layoffs coming? – CPA Practice Advisor
“I’m pretty sure there’s a recession coming,” said DePula, 49, who has already begun preparing for tough economic times. Expansion plans are on ice. It has ... -
The county where most people use food stamps in every state – 24/7 Wall St.
In June, California announced that it send checks for $1,050 to approximately 23 million residents to combat the devastating effects of inflation on state residents. Even ... -
Jackson man dies after tragic car crash in Manchester
A Jackson Township man has died and two other people have been hospitalized with injuries sustained in a Friday night crash in the Pine Lake Park ... -
Morris County is New Jersey’s healthiest community: US News
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Morris County is among the 25 healthiest communities in America, according to a new ranking from US News & World Report. The ... -
Study: Vermont is the second hardest state to find workers
Vermont Business Magazine According to a new report from HelpAdvisor.com, Vermont ranks second among small businesses facing hiring challenges. Some call it the “Great Resignation”, others ... -
Can a new data strategy help the Department of Labor shape a more inclusive economy?
The Department of Labor released a new three-year data strategy on Wednesday, an effort that senior officials say can inform policy and evaluate programs. Some might ... -
Where to take the kids for free in New Jersey
With gas prices skyrocketing in New Jersey, families are forced to make the most of their time together this summer without having to spend a lot ... -
Tenant approved for state rental assistance, but checks have ceased. What happened?
Before the pandemic, Joseph Pagano prepared culinary delights in his job as a chef for a cruise line that entertains travelers on trips around Manhattan. But ... -
Gun advocates reject New Jersey governor’s legislative package | New Jersey
(The Center Square) — The leader of the New Jersey Second Amendment Society has rejected Gov. Phil Murphy’s renewed call to pass the gun safety legislative ... -
Morris County Holds AAA Financial Rating for 47th Consecutive Year – Morris County, NJ
Published on June 08, 2022 Highest rating from Moody’s Investors Service continues in analysis of bond offering Moody’s Investors Service again issued Morris County’s highest AAA ... -
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Lunch Break Extension
June 06, 2022 Groundbreaking Ceremony for Lunch Break Extension By Lori Draz For 39 years, Lunch Break has worked tirelessly to meet the needs of thousands ... -
States where most families need food stamps – 24/7 Wall St.
Inflation has pushed up the prices of almost all goods and services, with the prices of necessary items, including groceries, rising dramatically. The cost of a ... -
How Somerset County saved 2,000 NJ residents from COVID eviction
On Tuesday, the Somerset County Board of Commissioners approved the allocation of up to $1.6 million from the US bailout to add to a previous federal ... -
What we have here is a communication failure | Letters
Years ago, in the musical “High Society”, Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby sang Cole Porter’s song, “Well, Did You Evah (Ever)”. It was a lovely ditty ... -
Pop-up party rumors say this Jersey Shore town could be next
ASBURY PARK — Police in a popular Jersey Shore beach town are investigating whether their community is the target of another pop-up party similar to last ... -
Despite seasonal hiring challenges, business owners have high hopes on the Jersey Shore
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – The beaches of New York and New Jersey open this weekend for the unofficial start of summer. CBS2’s Leah Mishkin headed to ... -
Jobless claims fall by 8,000, remaining near historic low
May 26, 2022 — The Labor Department reported that 210,000 Americans filed new claims for state unemployment benefits, down 8,000 from the unrevised level of 218,000 ... -
New Jersey committee approves bill that includes unemployment insurance tax credits for small businesses – Ballotpedia News
On May 19, the New Jersey Assembly’s Committee on Commerce and Economic Development approved A-3683, a bill that would provide tax credits to certain small businesses ... -
‘She’s Assignment’ Still Impacting NJ Women in Workforce: Report
Unlike other recessions, the downturn caused by COVID-19 has hit women harder than men economically. And a new report from Rutgers suggests that women are struggling ... -
Flagler County unemployment rate drops to record low of 2.6%
Flagler County’s unemployment rate in April fell to 2.6%, the lowest level ever recorded in Florida Department of Economic Opportunity figures dating back to 1990. The ... -
Real Estate, Crime Cut NYC Top 100 Places to Live Rankings – NBC New York
A new annual list released by US News & World Report this week identifies America’s best metropolitan areas to live in 2022-23 – and no place ... -
Lighthouse International Film Festival Dramatic Feature Competition 2022
NEWS | FEATURES | PREVIEWS | EVENTS originally published: 05/15/2022 (LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ) — The Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) announced its 2022 Dramatic Feature ... -
28-year-old NJ man admits stabbing student roommate’s death
JERSEY CITY — A 28-year-old city resident has admitted to the stabbing death of his 23-year-old roommate nearly two years ago. Tong Cheng pleaded guilty to ... -
Massachusetts ranked among worst states for property taxes
A new report ranks Massachusetts among the worst states in the nation when it comes to property taxes. The index is designed to help business leaders, ... -
BofA seeks to end NJ virus benefit recipient fraud lawsuit
By Bill Wichert (May 10, 2022, 3:56 p.m. EDT) — Bank of America has urged a federal court in New Jersey to strike down a proposed ... -
Gas prices top five dollars a gallon in Ocean County
We all agree that we don’t like high gas prices and we can all disagree on who’s to blame but at the end of the day ... -
Why can’t we pump our own gas into New Jersey?
Don’t you think it’s time we took care of our own pumps at the station? A few months ago, a bill was proposed to allow New ... -
NJ Labor Department chief criticized again for handling unemployment claims
Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo was again beaten by lawmakers during a budget hearing on Wednesday, with lawmakers criticizing his department for taking so long to distribute ... -
Young cancer survivors may face challenges with education and employment
According to a recent international study, survivors of childhood, adolescent and young adult cancers are more likely to have lower levels of education and be unemployed. ... -
Deer ticks, other species looking for blood in New Jersey
Ticks never really go away in the Garden State. But this time of year begins a period of months where residents should be very careful. According ... -
Jim Hartman: States’ COVID performance
jim hartmannCourtesy picture By Jim Hartman Friday, April 29, 2022 The most comprehensive comparative study to date, drawing conclusions about government policy and outcomes during the ... -
While overall weekly jobless claims were down, these states still saw big increases
LightFieldStudios/Getty Images/iStockphoto In the week ending April 23, the leading seasonally adjusted initial jobless claims figure was 180,000, down 5,000 from the revised level of the ... -
The New York City Recovery Index: April 18
Editor’s Note: Below is the week 85 release of the NYC Recovery Index, originally released on April 19, 2022. Visit the NYC Recovery Index homepage for ... -
Unemployment falls to 4.1%
Unemployment rates in the East metro area fell again in March, hitting 4.1% in March, according to the latest figures from the Illinois Department of Employment ... -
States where dropouts were up in February – 24/7 Wall St.
In what has been dubbed the Great Resignation, Americans have quit their jobs in record numbers in recent months – a trend that shows few signs ... -
Celebrate Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day in New Jersey
Mental health throughout the pandemic has been a challenge for many of us. The Tri County Care Management Organization and the Family Support Organization invite you ... -
Reports of domestic violence in NJ continue to climb since pandemic lull
New statistics suggest that incidents of domestic violence continue to occur at a higher rate than usual in the Garden State. As predicted by survivor advocates, ... -
Atlantic City, NJ casinos use new tactics to hire workers
ATLANTIC CITY – As a casino dealer, Shamikah Townsend knows when the odds are in her favor. And they definitely are right now. While working at ... -
NJ residents less worried about COVID, still give Murphy high marks on his response, poll finds
According to a new poll. The Monmouth University poll released on Thursday morning found that just 1 in 3 adult residents (34%) support the widespread reinstallation ... -
Senate Republicans Call on Governor Murphy and Senate Speaker Scutari to Halt Implementation of New Sex-Ed Curriculum Standards and Hold Public Hearings
Senate Republicans Call on Governor Murphy and Senate Speaker Scutari to Halt Implementation of New Sex-Ed Curriculum Standards and Hold Public Hearings The Senate Republican leadership ... -
Atlantic City, NJ casinos rebound to pre-pandemic levels
The Atlantic City casino industry continues to deliver. It’s a great comeback story. New Jersey’s Division of Gaming Enforcement has released full 2021 financial results, demonstrating ... -
Man admits to stealing unemployment benefits while behind bars in New Jersey
An Illinois man admitted on Thursday to fraudulently collecting coronavirus-related unemployment benefits while incarcerated in a federal prison in New Jersey, officials said. Devontae Stokes, 27, ... -
Soaring food prices put pressure on pantries, SNAP recipients in Hudson County
As the economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic progresses, runaway inflation is sending grocery prices soaring and again putting the unemployed and working poor at risk. ... -
New Jersey lawmakers and regulators clash over delayed cannabis sales
Jhe New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) voted March 24 to approve “conditional” licenses for 68 different companies, but again chose to delay the opening of ... -
Business groups and progressives name diverging budget priorities
Business and progressive groups presented Senate lawmakers with divergent views on how to use rising revenues and billions in remaining federal aid during the first of ... -
NJ must ease unemployment tax burden it helped inflate | Editorial
For many years, corporate taxes and regulatory zeal in New Jersey have done much to discourage investment and jobs. As a result, residents are poorer, with ... -
Here are the safest cities and towns in NJ in 2022: report
NEW JERSEY — With crime skyrocketing in some parts of the country, residents of New Jersey might be interested to know how safe their community is. ... -
NJ Sen. O’Scanlon “Before I’m done, we’ll have self-serve gas!”
The push to pump our own gas into New Jersey found success when a bipartisan, bi-gender bill was introduced earlier this month. That’s when Senator Declan ... -
Low taxes and school choice help inform ALEC’s ranking of best and worst governors | national
(The Center Square) – Nine Republicans and one Democrat are on the American Legislative Exchange Council’s list of the top 10 governors of 2021 in a ... -
Jobs to deal with unemployment not advertised to the general public | State and Region
The state Department of Labor and Workforce Development is constantly recruiting workers to help process unemployment claims, Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo told the Senate Labor Committee last ... -
Self-serve gas in New Jersey? Your questions answered — watch the replay
Few issues are more polarizing in the state of New Jersey than the issue of self-serve gasoline. The Garden State is the latest place in the ... -
NJ judges mull employment status test via remote work lens
By Bill Wichert (March 14, 2022, 8:06 p.m. EDT) — The New Jersey Supreme Court debated on Monday whether remote job sites could constitute “places of ... -
LD24: Too Many Schools Lose Again in Murphy’s Budget Chaos
Too Many Schools Lose Again in Murphy’s Budget Chaos District 24 lawmakers blast budget cuts to 28 of 38 local school districts Senator Steven Oroho, Assemblyman ... -
How to use less gas – these tips could save you trips to the pump
With unleaded gasoline in New Jersey costing about $1.40 more per gallon than it did a year ago, you’re probably looking to take as few trips ...
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