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Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights have released new guidance to clarify anti-discrimination protections under New Jersey law for employees who are pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, or lactating.

New Jersey recovers nearly $596M through lawsuits and investigations in 2023

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that New Jersey's civil enforcement efforts in 2023 resulted in nearly $596 million through recoveries from lawsuits and investigations.

Scholar Victor Brombert passes away at age 101

Victor Brombert, a renowned scholar of French literature and a World War II Ritchie Boy, passed away at the age of 101 on November 26 at his home in Princeton.

Newspaper delivery firm settles worker misclassification case with nearly $300K payout

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo have announced a settlement with NJ Penn Logistics, LLC, a newspaper delivery firm.

Attorney General investigates inmate's death at Northern State Prison

The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is conducting an investigation into the death of an inmate from Northern State Prison in Newark.

New Jersey delegation concludes economic mission in India

Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way, along with the New Jersey-India Commission and a delegation from New Jersey, concluded an economic mission in New Delhi.

New Jersey reports increased gaming revenues for November and year-to-date

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has released the gaming revenue results for November 2024.

New Jersey strengthens tech ties with India through new memorandum

Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) involving the New Jersey Department of State, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), and Rowan University.

Princeton graduates awarded prestigious Marshall Scholarships for UK study

Travis Kanoa Chai Andrade, a 2024 Princeton graduate, and senior Nolan Musslewhite have been awarded the prestigious 2025 Marshall Scholarships.

Melissa Lane wins prestigious philosophy book prize for work on Plato

Melissa Lane, a professor of politics at Princeton University, has received the Journal of the History of Philosophy's 2024 Book Prize.

Governor Murphy grants clemency to 36 individuals in New Jersey

Governor Phil Murphy has granted clemency to 36 individuals, marking his first use of pardon power.

Princeton professors' books feature prominently on prestigious year-end lists

Several books by Princeton University professors have been recognized on various 2024 year-end "best-of" lists.

Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Dec. 19?

This former Mercer Times area high school standout will be in action on Thursday, Dec. 19.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Dec. 7

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Dec. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

New Jersey delegation explores economic ties with India during Ahmedabad-Amritsar mission

Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way and the New Jersey-India Commission recently visited Ahmedabad and Amritsar as part of an economic mission aimed at strengthening ties between New Jersey and India.

Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Dec. 16?

These former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Dec. 16.

Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Dec. 18?