NJN’s Final Farewell

NJN News looks back at 40-years of covering the Garden State in a retrospective report as the newscast bids farewell to New Jersey.

Senate & Assembly Vote on Budget

By Jerry Henry

Before the Senate passed the budget bill there was spirited debate over whether the numbers were real. 

DEP Commissioner to Deliver Barnegat Bay Restoration Plan Update

By Ed Rodgers

The Christie Administration says it is making progress in improving water quality in the Barnegat Bay, but some say the administration’s plan does not go far enough.

NJ Public Broadcasting Authority Board Approves Transfer of NJN to WNET

By Michael Aron

Following the Senate’s tacit approval of the transfer of NJN to New York-based WNET, the five-member New Jersey Public Broadcasting Authority met today to sanctify the transfer. 

Jersey Fresh Season Begins

By Briana Vannozzi

The kick-off of the “Jersey-Fresh” season began today with the opening of all 144 community farmers markets around the state. 

Governor Signs Pension Reform Bill

By Michael Aron

New Jersey is once again a model for the nation, Governor Christie said as he signed perhaps the most far-reaching bill of his term to date. 

Charter School Advocates Disapprove of School Reform Legislation

By Kate Megargee

 Advocates contend the state’s 15-year-old charter school law needs some changes, but the proposed Assembly-sponsored reforms undermine charter school growth. 

Reaction to NJN’s Closure

By Jerry Henry

As the Senate vote failed to block NJN’s transfer to New York-base WNET, the inevitable became clear to many. 

Union Reaction to Pension Reform Bill

By Desiree Taylor

Morale has been low since unions suffered a crushing defeat in their attempt to stop pension and benefits changes. 

Casino Workers at Higher Risk for Chronic Conditions

By Sara Lee Kessler

Many casino workers have serious medical conditions, sometimes, more than one.