WASHINGTON, May 18 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following news: GOP candidates in the New Jersey governor's race continue to devote their energy to attacking each other in a vicious battle for Donald Trump's far-right base. In a new digital ad released today, Jack Ciattarelli labels his opponent and Trump-loyalist Hirsh Singh an "Obama Apologist" over a decade-old Facebook post made by Singh. Ciattarelli, who headlined a "Stop the Steal" rally in Trump's honor and says Tr more PR

RUTHERFORD, New Jersey, May 22 (TNSAwa) -- Felician University issued the following news release: The Royal Academy of Science International Trust (RASIT) granted a full tuition scholarship to Lara Nicodeme on Wednesday, April 21st. in the Theresa Inserra Grand Reception Room at Iviswold Castle on Felician University's Rutherford Campus. Ms. Nicodeme, a senior at New Milford High School, will join Felician University in the Fall of 2021 to study Biology with the intention to continue graduate  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSEve) -- Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies issued the following news release: Johns Hopkins SAIS Dean Eliot A. Cohen will host Andy Kim, U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District, for a virtual conversation focused on the shaping of the new global order in a post-COVID world on Friday, May 28. Cohen and Kim, a member of the House Committees on Armed Services and Foreign Affairs, will analyze how vaccine diplomacy is i more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, May 19 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: Kentucky American Water has awarded Ripple Effect Scholarships to three Kentucky high school seniors for their academic achievement and demonstrated commitment to the environment, marking the 19th year the company has offered the scholarship program. The 2021 recipients are Shaun Lavin from Woodford County High School, Madeline O'Daniel from Woodford County High School, and Madison U more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 19 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Governor Phil Murphy, Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, State Treasurer Liz Muoio, Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes, Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) Executive Director Melanie R. Walter, RPM Development representatives, and state and local officials today celebrated the groundbreaking for historic 150-170 South Broad Street and the historic  more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 19 -- The New Jersey Department of Education issued the following news release on May 18, 2021: Acting Commissioner Angelica Allen-McMillan of the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) today applauded 16 New Jersey schools and one district for earning the Character.org "National Schools of Character" designation. "We congratulate the 16 New Jersey schools and one district that were recognized as Schools of Character this year," said Dr. Allen-McMillian. "I commend more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, May 20 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: In honor of National First Responder Week, New Jersey American Water is proud to announce the recipients of its 11th Annual Volunteer Firefighter and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program. This year, 27 volunteer fire and EMS departments located within the company's service areas have been chosen to receive grants, totaling over $45,000, which will be used to support initiatives,  more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, May 22 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: New Jersey American Water will replace approximately 2,300 feet of aging water main in Green Brook starting this week. The project also includes replacing two fire hydrants and 35 utility-owned service lines along the pipeline route. The company will upgrade the aging 6-inch cast iron water lines, installed in the 1920s, with new 8-inch ductile iron main along the following streets:  more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 21 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following statement: * * * The following is a statement from New Jersey Democratic State Committee Executive Director Saily Avelenda: "Just like he has done over and over again, Jeff Van Drew has chosen to stand with the most radical, dangerous elements of the Republican Party over protecting the rule of law and the health of our democracy. "It's sickening that Van Drew won't even support a full investigation more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 22 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 21, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy today announced that fourteen houses of worship will be hosting a "Grateful for the Shot" COVID-19 vaccination site this weekend, May 21, 22, and 23, to reduce vaccine hesitancy and ramp up vaccination efforts across New Jersey. In partnership with the New Jersey Governor's Office, the New Jersey First Lady's Office, the New Jersey De more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 18 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 17, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy today announced the lifting of New Jersey's travel advisory, which outlined quarantine and testing recommendations for residents and visitors to the state following interstate travel. Effective immediately, the travel advisory is no longer in place for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals. "With COVID-19 cases drastically declining in New Jersey and acr more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 18 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 17, 2021: Continuing his commitment to ensuring that students have access to a high-quality education, Governor Phil Murphy today announced that upon the conclusion of this school year, portions of Executive Order 175 allowing remote learning will be rescinded, meaning that schools will be required to provide full-day, in-person instruction, as they were prior to the COVID-19 Public Health Em more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 18 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 17, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 241 eliminating the requirement of masks in outdoor public spaces, which was established under Executive Order No. 163 (2020). The Order reaffirms the masking requirement in indoor public spaces and workplaces, but clarifies that individuals at small gatherings in private residences are not required to wear masks indoors. "New  more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 22 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on May 21, 2021: Governor Murphy and Congressman Gottheimer visited Sussex County today to highlight federal funding through the American Rescue Plan to expand broadband access for rural, low-income, and moderate-income areas of New Jersey. The funding for broadband expansion will be drawn from an overall pool of nearly $190 million in funding for capital projects, which was secured with the advocac more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, May 19 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release on May 18, 2021: Pennsylvania American Water announced today that 12 watershed-related projects across the Commonwealth will receive financial support through the company's 2021 Environmental Grant Program. The recipients will receive a share of grant funds totaling more than $45,000 for their community-based projects that improve, restore or protect watersheds. A panel of judges sel more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, May 21 (TNSPol) -- Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news: How much time does the Biden administration have until Republicans revitalize their strength or even expand in the midterms? This is a question brewing among Democrats who wonder whether they should go bold with legislation, or tread lightly to protect the slim majority of Democrats in the House and Senate. In this episode and article, Paul Starr argues that De more PR

LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, May 20 (TNSPro) -- Rider University issued the following news release: Over his lifetime, Khawar Ahmed '21 has watched algorithms slowly weave their way into even the mundane aspects of daily life, like buying toothpaste on Amazon and discovering new music on Spotify. You almost don't realize how ingrained it has become, says Ahmed, a computer science major who was driven to study the subject in part because of its vast applicability. After graduating in May, he w more PR

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 21 (TNSPar) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Succeeding in sports requires both talent and technology, which is why Stevens Institute of Technology and Real Madrid Graduate School-Universidad Europea (EURM-UE) are teaming up. Starting in August 2021, graduate students will have the unique opportunity to accelerate their education and earn two master's degrees within two to three semesters while benefiting from residencies on both ca more PR

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 19 (TNSJou) -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Research to be published tomorrow in the journal Nature Communications is the first study to quantify the costs of storm damage caused by sea level rise driven specifically by human-induced climate change. Researchers from Stevens Institute of Technology, Climate Central, Rutgers University and other institutions found this self-inflicted damage to be $8.1 billion of Hurricane Sandy's dama more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 18 (TNSEco) -- Stockton University issued the following news: The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board recently approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Stockton University to support the establishment of an esports Innovation Center at the university's Atlantic City campus. The NJEDA will provide $200,000 in funding and provide staff support for the Innovation Center, which is expected to contribute to establishing Atlantic City as a hub for more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, May 20 (TNSPar) -- Thomas Edison State University issued the following news release: To help students with dreams of flying continue to achieve their aspirations, Thomas Edison State University (TESU) and Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) (Pa.) have signed a transfer agreement that will allow LCCC aviation graduates to transfer seamlessly into corresponding TESU's bachelor's programs. Specifically, students who have earned their LCCC Associate in Applied Science (AAS) more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, May 21 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: TJ Fox has been appointed Senior Vice President of Industrial IoT and Automotive for Verizon Business. The newly created role is dedicated to fueling the company's expansion in the connected vehicle, device, and industrial equipment markets, which are poised for continued growth. Fox is responsible for leading business development, commercial modeling, and cross-fu more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, May 21 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on May 20, 2021: Verizon today announced the deployment of 5G Ultra Wideband in 14 additional arenas and multi-year agreements as the exclusive 5G partner of the 15 NBA teams who play at these venues, bringing the total number of arenas and stadiums enabled with 5G to more than 60. With 5G Ultra Wideband, teams have the ability to bring fans in the stands closer to  more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, May 21 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon is testing how 5G Ultra Wideband can bring hockey fans in the stands closer to the action on the ice by giving them real-time player stats when they point their 5G phone at the action in the rink. The company has been using 5G and mobile edge compute to power select trials for in-venue, interactive applications with the National Hockey League (NHL), such as more PR