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June 21, 2022

New Jersey Politics

Politics

Murphy ‘pissed’ after labor dispute sparked NJ Transit delays

Gov. Phil Murphy said it was “unacceptable” and “despicable” that hundreds of NJ Transit locomotive engineers called out sick this holiday weekend.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Politics

Proposed N.J. wind farm could have major impact on area fisheries, draft report says

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management just released its draft environmental impact statement of the proposed Ocean Wind 1 wind energy project.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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As Murphy budget soars to record high, N.J. should be ready for a recession, lawmaker says

How about an "economic stress test" to make sure budget coffers don't suddenly dry up and big programs, like rebates, have to be cut?

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

False complaints next challenge for N.J. prison trying to change culture of abuse

A federal monitor found that false complaints were one of "the most prevalent and vociferous message (she) heard from both staff and prisoners.”

By Joe Atmonavage | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

Inside the quiet rooms

New Jersey schools reported placing at least 1,150 kids in isolation spaces, known as "Quiet Rooms" or seclusion closets, in recent years.

By Kelly Heyboer | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

As student depression and anxiety soar, N.J. lawmakers demand more from schools

The state Assembly approved three bills that would help college and high school students receive mental health treatment.

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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