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From NJ Transit to World Cup: How much can business community be asked to...

The most important word of Gov. Phil Murphy’s 6,149-word budget address on Tuesday is this one: proposed. The governor’s nearly hourlong address certainly elicited strong reactions all afternoon — particularly from the business community. But, it...

Crump leaves them charged up with powerful speech at AACCNJ gala

Like all good speeches, sermons and calls to action, you start small and build up the rhetoric — repeating your theme over and over again. Ben Crump put on a masterclass performance Thursday night at...

Budget busting: Report outlines fiscal cliff ahead for state — and how to avoid...

You might not expect it from a report from Garden State Initiative, but some of the conclusions its paper reached regarding the state budget are somewhat favorable toward Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration. The report, “New...

Stadium Series shows big-event potential of Meadowlands — and its big missing piece

The NHL’s Stadium Series — outdoor games played last Saturday night and Sunday afternoon before sold-out crowds — was just the latest example of how MetLife Stadium is capable of hosting huge events, ones...

A heart-felt appeal: Today also is National Donor Day

After you get past those way-too-big teddy bears, roses and other flowers, and chocolate (which better be top quality, just sayin’), here is hoping you’ll spend Valentine Day’s doing one more thing: Thinking about...

Old sport, new format: Why sumo wrestling may just work at Pru Center

When the heights and weights of the competitors are rattled off — 6-foot-5, 386 pounds … 6-4, 340 … 6-1, 386 — it’s just what you would expect from sumo wrestlers. Here’s what you may...

Insiders: Murphy’s love of game was differentiator in MetLife bid’s for 2026 World Cup...

Gov. Phil Murphy has proven his ability to be “head of sales” for the state throughout his six years in office. A friendly smile, inviting pitch and a stunning attention to detail often is...

In huge win for state, FIFA selects MetLife to host 2026 World Cup final

Let’s be clear, being selected Sunday to host the 2026 World Cup final to be played July 19 will have a huge impact on the New Jersey economy during the lead-up to the world’s...

For gubernatorial hopeful Bramnick, the message is clear: Winning is everything

As slogans go, it’s not as catchy as the “Make America Great Again” mantra. It’s not even grammatically correct. But, for all the reasons state Sen. Jon Bramnick (R-Westfield) offered Saturday for why he should not...

Money for NJ Transit? Perhaps start with $54B budget (instead of business community)

Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: The state needs money — so, let’s go tax businesses. And, if we need extra emphasis to make the case, mention that they are billion-dollar businesses. Perhaps...

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Fulop switches endorsement to Kim, does not feel Murphy should continue her campaign

Endorsements by one elected official for another generally aren’t worth all that much, as there is a perceived idea that they always come with...
'Offseason’ still sees Total Gaming Revenue up again in February

‘Offseason’ still sees Total Gaming Revenue up again in February

Total Gaming Revenue reported by casinos, racetracks and their partners was $461.5 million for February, according to figures released Friday by the New Jersey...

Buddle, Arisso named to board of NJ Sharing Network

Dr. Patrick Buddle, the longtime director of rehabilitation at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, and Jay Arisso Jr., the lead pastor of Today’s Church...

Construction underway at Montgomery Promenade, Whole Foods-anchored mixed-use center in Montgomery Twp. 

After more than 15 years, an undeveloped site in Montgomery Township is finally under construction. Shovels hit the ground in the last quarter of...

Genova’s Pizzillo named to board of Hudson chamber

Gerard Pizzillo, a partner at Genova Burns, has been named to the board of directors of the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce, the Newark-based...