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Veterans are waging silent battle with mental health: What we can do to help

According to the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, in 2021, the veteran suicide rate was between 6.7 and 46.3 per 100,000 across all races (Black, Asian, Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, white and American Indian...

Coming together to make prescription drugs more affordable

With the current state of politics in 2024, one might think Republicans and Democrats cannot agree on anything. However, recently, lawmakers in Washington, DC, and here in New Jersey found bipartisan consensus on an...

Why clean energy strengthens America’s energy and economic independence

When breaking with Britain and conceptualizing independence, America’s founders understood that the concentration of economic and political power in the hands of the few was a threat to “life, liberty and the pursuit of...

Why New Jersey needs to embrace crypto

New Jersey has a long history of fostering and investing into innovation; crypto is simply the next step in that process. With other states making decisive moves to attract investment and human capital, New Jersey...

Breaking the silence: Erasing stigma of seeking help for substance-use disorders in military

Among many challenges we face in the military, substance use disorders are an all too common, distressing and — notably — underdiscussed reality. While the use of drugs and alcohol among veterans of the...

Fourth of July: A time for celebration — and consideration for veterans and military...

As the Fourth of July approaches, communities gather to celebrate, reflect and express gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy. This holiday is especially poignant for those who have served to protect these freedoms. However, while...

How Kintock Group bridges gap between incarceration and community life

Data on individuals exiting the criminal justice system and reentering the community are eye-opening. According to the Prison Policy Initiative’s New Jersey profile: A report in 2021 showed New Jersey has an “incarceration rate of...

N.J. is forging ahead on offshore wind — creating good jobs along the way

Almost 150 years ago, New Jersey was the first area in the world to turn on the lights for a whole town with new overhead wire technology. Today, our state is still leading the...

State budget nightmare scenario might come true

The nightmare might be coming true. Back in March, when we first heard about the proposed budget, the Corporate Transit Fee and the “buck-a-truck” tax, I called it a “nightmare” budget proposal that’s “a major...

In age of uncertainty, there are some things you can count on

It’s graduation season across New Jersey. A time when there is both hope and uncertainty. Hope at the world of possibilities. Uncertainty for the path ahead. Graduates, like all of us, soon discover the importance...

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Sponsored Content: Nominate Your Company for an Export Award!

The New Jersey District Export Council (NJDEC) is proud to recognize excellence among New Jersey’s leading exporters at our third annual event! The goal of...

Jersey Mike’s Subs donates 20% of sales to Best Buddies International this weekend

Manasquan-based Jersey Mike's Subs and Best Buddies International, a nonprofit committed to fostering one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living and family support...

Born in Vegas and making a home in New Jersey: BetMGM brings new era...

New Jersey is a legalized gambling pioneer. It was the first state to open a casino outside of Nevada (1972), one of the first...

Playa Bowls continues expansion efforts; 52 franchise commitments signed in 3Q

Belmar-based Playa Bowls, the nation's leading superfruit bowl shop, on Thursday announced it signed 52 franchise commitments and 11 store openings during the third...

Larken Associates elevates David Eickmeyer to Chief Investment Officer

Branchburg-based Larken Associates on Thursday announced that David Eickmeyer has been promoted to chief investment officer. In his new role, Eickmeyer will oversee the short and...