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NJ Launches Free Financial Counseling Program To Address Gambling-Related Debt And Stress

NJ launches GamFin, a free counseling program helping residents manage gambling debt, reduce stress, and rebuild financial stability.

New Jersey Announces $130 Million Opioid Funds Amid Backlash Over Hospital Funding Shift

Gov. Murphy directs $130.7M from opioid settlements to expand NJ harm reduction centers and fund community support programs.

New Brunswick Train Station Breaks Ground On $70 Million Renovation

NJ Transit launches $70M renovation of New Brunswick Station to modernize, expand, and improve accessibility.

Veteran Abortion Care Under Threat: NJ Attorney General Joins Fight Against Trump VA Ban

NJ AG Matthew Platkin joins states opposing Trump VA abortion ban, warning it threatens veterans’ health and reproductive rights.

Passaic Enacts Sweeping Rent Control Ordinance, Capping Increases At 3%

Passaic caps rent hikes at 3% and ends vacancy decontrol, aiming to protect thousands of families from displacement.

Hip Hop Unites Newark: 24 Hours Of Peace Returns September 5–6

Newark’s 24 Hours of Peace returns Sept. 5–6 with hip hop, unity, and a 24-hour block party promoting nonviolence.

New Jersey Partially Restores Affordable Housing Trust Fund With $35 Million

New Jersey restored $35M to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, with advocates urging full funding to address the state’s housing crisis.

South Jersey To See Expanded Public Transit Options This Fall

South Jersey transit expands with new electric buses, a Vineland–Atlantic City shuttle, and microtransit services to boost access.

Hurricane Erin Brings Flooding And Dangerous Surf To NJ, But No Landfall

Hurricane Erin stays offshore but brings flooding, 10-foot waves, and rip current dangers to the Jersey Shore. Officials urge caution.

Paterson Officials Hope To Restore Water Service By Thursday Evening

Paterson aims to restore water by Thursday after a major main break; boil advisory remains for several towns.