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Biggest goal of World Cup: Turning local energy into economic opportunities

The more than 80,000 fans who packed MetLIfe Stadium on Tuesday night — many of whom traveled a great distance to see the legendary Lionel Messi and Argentina take on Canada in the first...

N.J. is high-tax state — especially for big business — isn’t it time we...

You know the old saying: In for a dime, in for a (billion) dollars. The phrase may be the most accurate way to describe the Corporate Transit “Fee” that is part of the record $56.7...

Community colleges to budget leaders: Don’t forget about us — and please put back...

After Bruce and bagels, there is one thing the state always brags about: our education system. Whether it’s our best-in-nation K-12 system, our near-the-top higher ed institutions or simply our “educated workforce,” there are few...

WCEC event: Why supporting woman entrepreneurs impacts entirety of economy

It was great to hear five women entrepreneurs — all representing at least one underserved community — pitch their businesses to bankers and investors in a “Shark Tank”-like competition. It was great to have state...

Shared vision: Busson details why he’s building 1888 Studios in Bayonne — and why...

When he stood on the land for the first time in 2019, the 54-acre parcel in Bayonne that had been dormant since it served the petroleum industry, global entrepreneur Arki Busson couldn’t believe what...

Reality check: Why it’s important for most diverse state in country to create ‘Diverse...

Here’s the complicated aspect of making July into “Diverse Business Month” — an initiative that became a reality earlier this week, thanks to the efforts of state Sens. Nellie Pou and Gordon Johnson. This isn’t...

Here’s best plan yet on how to activate local towns for FIFA’s 2026 World...

The question has vexed North Jersey officials since it was announced that the area would host 2026 World Cup games at MetLife Stadium: How can organizers ensure that the economic benefit of the billion-dollar...

Our kids are in crisis: Expanded HMH/Carrier Clinic behavioral health facility will address growing...

Here’s where we are on the behavioral crisis in New Jersey — and around the country. Hackensack Meridian Health, through the Carrier Clinic, was thrilled to hold a groundbreaking Friday for a 43,000-square-foot, 52-bed facility...

Power grid: It ain’t broke, but we sure need to fix it

Here’s a fun riddle that emerged from a delightfully entertaining panel discussion at the recent New Jersey Utilities Association annual convention: What is repeatedly called out for its shortcomings, doubted for its ability to handle...

An apprenticeship — and an associate degree: Unique program at IUOE Local 825 graduates...

As he watched each of the 22 members of the initial cohort of apprentices from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 cross the stage at Red Bull Arena with an associate degree...

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We all know New Jersey has a lot to offer: Prime geographical location, good quality of life, nationally respected schools and universities, incredible talent...

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Phase III of the Manufacturing Voucher Program was approved this week by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority board, dedicating an additional $10 million...

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The state of New Jersey awarded the Self-Funded eGovernment Application and Services contract to Texas-based Tyler Technologies, to continue with its digital government solutions...