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New Jersey officials emphasize anti-bias measures as students return to school

By Mercer Times | Sep 12, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Sundeep Iyer, Director of the Division on Civil Rights, have issued a statement as students across New Jersey return to K-12 schools and college campuses. The statement emphasizes the commitment to providing a safe educational environment free from discrimination.

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Monmouth County physician surrenders license amid child sexual assault allegations

By Mercer Times | Sep 12, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the State Board of Medical Examiners has secured the voluntary license surrender of a Monmouth County physician indicted on criminal charges related to his alleged longtime sexual abuse of a minor.

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New Jersey supports surviving relatives with trip to Sept. 11th memorial ceremony

By Mercer Times | Sep 11, 2024

JERSEY CITY — The New Jersey Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) is transporting surviving family members of New Jersey’s September 11th victims to the memorial service held at the National September 11 Memorial today. Over 700 New Jerseyans died on September 11, 2001, and many of their surviving family members have found comfort in attending the annual memorial service, which includes the reading of the names of those who perished. In addition to providing over $10 million in financial support to surviving 9/11 family members, VCCO, now part of the Division of...

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TCNJ dedicates piano room in memory of murdered grad student

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

A bouquet of flowers was placed on the steps of Kendall Hall at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) in early September, accompanied by a note commemorating Sigrid Stevenson.

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New agreement aims to boost Quebec-New Jersey ties in fintech

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

During a recent economic mission to Canada, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy joined leaders from the Stevens Institute of Technology and Finance Montréal to sign a memorandum of understanding.

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Rowan University partners with CGI for academic collaboration

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, and CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc., based in Montréal, have formalized an academic affiliation agreement.

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Flags ordered to half-staff in New Jersey for 9/11 anniversary

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has mandated that U.S. and New Jersey flags be flown at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities on September 11, 2024.

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BIOQuébec partners with BioNJ under new memorandum of understanding

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

BIOQuébec, BioNJ, and Choose New Jersey have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation between the life sciences sectors in Quebec and New Jersey.

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New Jersey's governor leads economic mission to strengthen ties with Canadian companies

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation concluded their economic mission in Montréal, organized by Choose New Jersey.

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TCNJ recognized for voter engagement efforts with bronze seal from ALL IN

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has received a bronze seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for its efforts in promoting nonpartisan student voter engagement during the 2022 midterm elections.

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AI expert Alondra Nelson to speak at TCNJ on October 15

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Alondra Nelson, recognized by Time as a leading figure in artificial intelligence, is scheduled to speak at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) on October 15.

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New Jersey delegation strengthens ties with Canada during Toronto economic mission

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey delegation have been in Toronto as part of the Choose New Jersey Governor-led economic mission.

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New Jersey files lawsuit against truck driving school over instructor misclassification

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo announced today the filing of a lawsuit against Jersey Tractor Trailer Training, Inc. (JTTT) for allegedly misclassifying its driving instructors as independent contractors instead of employees.

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Governor Murphy signs MOU to boost Quebec-New Jersey fintech ties

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Stevens Institute of Technology, and Finance Montréal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing fintech connections between Quebec and New Jersey.

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BIOQuébec and BioNJ form strategic alliance to boost life sciences sectors

By Mercer Times | Sep 10, 2024

BIOQuébec and BioNJ have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation between the life sciences sectors in Québec and New Jersey.

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New Jersey leaders explore pediatric collaboration during Toronto hospital visit

By Mercer Times | Sep 9, 2024

Toronto, Ontario — New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy, alongside Rutgers University Executive Vice President Antonio Calcado and Ramapo College President Cindy Jebb, visited The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto (SickKids).

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New Jersey institute partners with Ontario centre to support tech startups

By Mercer Times | Sep 9, 2024

Choose New Jersey has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) and the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT).

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RxSource expands in New Jersey with new jobs at West Deptford facility

By Mercer Times | Sep 9, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy and RxSource have announced a significant expansion in New Jersey, bringing new jobs to West Deptford.

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TCNJ hosts &Girls Conference to empower young Black women

By Mercer Times | Sep 9, 2024

On September 7, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) hosted the &Girls Conference organized by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman.

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New Jersey officials announce enforcement actions for alleged housing harassment

By Mercer Times | Sep 9, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced today that DCR has issued Findings of Probable Cause in a case involving alleged harassment based on national origin and sex at The Summit condominium complex in Neptune, New Jersey. The findings indicate that the alleged harasser, the condominium owner where the harasser resided, and the condominium association may all be liable under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD).