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Biden and labor: Three early predictions

With President Joe Biden’s new administration only a few weeks old, there are curious waters that are beginning to churn that the president will have to navigate. In the waters are the headlines that,...

Vaccine is crucial to N.J.’s economic health

It is undeniable that the past year has been a challenging one for every New Jerseyan. The ravages of the pandemic have been felt everywhere and, no matter what metric you choose, our state...

Kids are alright, but their stress levels are rising

Like any parent or guardian, most of us are concerned about the future our children face. Today’s kids are confronted with alarming environmental changes, the ravages of global pandemics and, in many cases, the...

Why PennEast Pipeline suit makes case for states’ rights

On Feb. 3, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear an appeal filed by PennEast Pipeline seeking to reverse the decision of the Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, which held that PennEast...

Why setting energy standards for appliances will help businesses and save consumers

In line with the leadership role they are playing on energy and climate policy to reduce New Jersey’s reliance on fossil fuels and expensive out-of-state energy, Gov. Phil Murphy and the Legislature can take...

How COVID has affected construction lending market

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, construction lenders have been cautious in selecting the development projects they pursue. While construction financing is not without challenges, with the right sponsor and vision, projects are...

GCL line is transportation necessity for South Jersey

I live within a stone’s throw from the Conrail tracks that carry long, speeding freight trains past my house every day and night. When I first moved to my home, I had some concerns...

Why Economic Recovery Act of 2020 is needed stimulus for construction industry

Gov. Phil Murphy recently signed the New Jersey Economic Recovery Act of 2020. Interested parties hailed the $14 billion in tax credits that will prompt a new effort to stimulate our economy, devastated by...

Why next round of PPP is another opportunity for community banks to show their...

Congress approved another stimulus program that will infuse the local economies across the country with substantial capital. In this pandemic environment, where do you think businesses would get the best service for such a...

Expansion of Employee Retention Credit … PPP loan plus ERC now allowed

The Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020, or TCDTRA, that was passed Dec. 27 contains several important changes to the Employee Retention Credit, or ERC. The CARES Act passed earlier in...

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Train trip is back: Bigger (and perhaps better) than ever

The uniquely New Jersey Walk to Washington – the State Chamber-sponsored networking train ride filled with business and nonprofit leaders and elected officials —...

Valley Health System offers treatment for substance use disorder through inpatient recovery and wellness...

Paramus-based Valley Health System is now offering treatment for substance use disorder through specialized withdrawal management, often referred to as detoxification or detox, at...

Kate Tarpey named CFO of the Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research

ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research announced that Kate Tarpey has been appointed as chief financial officer for the Society. This...

Brazilian soccer team CR Flamengo to practice on Stockton campus for FIFA Club World...

One of Brazil’s most iconic and globally beloved soccer teams has announced that it will train at Stockton University this summer, ahead of its first...

East Coast Warehouse & Distribution names Maersk’s O’Donnell VP of sales of life sciences...

Elizabeth-based East Coast Warehouse & Distribution recently named Bob O’Donnell vice president of sales for its Life Sciences vertical. In this role, O’Donnell will...