WASHINGTON, June 9 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following statement: * * * DGA Chair New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement on Governor Phil Murphy securing the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial nomination: "Congratulations to Gov. Murphy on securing the Democratic nomination for governor in New Jersey. In his first term, Gov. "Murphy expanded access to affordable health care, combatted climate change, and put public health above par more PR

WASHINGTON, June 9 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following statement: * * * Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement on Jack Ciattarelli's nomination in New Jersey: "After a bruising primary full of infighting and Trump-loyalty tests, Jack Ciattarelli has managed to crawl into the general election. Ciattarelli spent the primary running scared in an attempt to win over the far-right and now heads into November as an extr more PR

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following news: A new poll in the New Jersey governor's race found Gov. Phil Murphy beating Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli by 26 points, 52 to 26. The poll showed Gov. Murphy receiving solid support among Democrats, 83%, compared to only 67% of Republicans who said they'd support Ciattarelli. A polling analyst at Rutgers University said, "Murphy currently has a stronger lock on his base than Ciattarelli and beats him am more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 12 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following news: Coming off a weak performance in the Republican Primary where he failed to crack 50% support against a field of gadflies and perennial losing candidates, Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli just made his first big decision, and it's a terrible one. Former Assemblyman Ciattarelli has tapped price-gouging Big Pharma CEO, mega Trump donor, and losing U.S. Senate candidate Bob Hugin to more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Education issued the following news release: In its "DOE Digest" podcast scheduled to be released on Thursday, June 10, 2021, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) will highlight "Multilingualism in Schools - Standing with Families for Language Learning." "Multilingualism is an asset in New Jersey schools, and the New Jersey Department of Education is excited to highlight the ways educators can work with families to promote more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 8 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on June 7, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy today announced his intention to close the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women, New Jersey's only women's correctional facility. The Murphy Administration today also released an investigative report prepared by former State Comptroller Matt Boxer and the law firm Lowenstein Sandler LLP on cell extractions at the facility that occurred on January 11, 2021. more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 12 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Governor Phil Murphy, New Jersey Department of Transportation Commissioner and NJ TRANSIT Board Chair Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti, and NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kevin S. Corbett today recognized NJ TRANSIT's latest Locomotive Engineer training class for finalizing their formal classroom training and passing the Northeast Operating Rules of Advisory Committee (NORAC) and physical characteristics exa more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 10 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement on June 8, 2021: * * * Governor Phil Murphy released the following statement following the confirmation by the U.S. Senate of Julien Xavier Neals to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey by a vote of 66-33. "With today's confirmation of Julien Neals as the first federal judge confirmed during the Biden Administration, our nation is taking a historic step forward in elevating a high more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 12 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on June 11, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy today signed A4004 wGR/S2410, which would create the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic Task Force on Racial and Health Disparities. Last month, the bill was returned to the Legislature with recommendations to strengthen the task force by adding additional members, including representation from the Division on Civil Rights and the Division of Consumer Aff more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 12 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Governor Phil Murphy signed the following bills into law: A-4680/S-2932 (Sweeney/Burzichelli) - Concerns subcontracting agreements entered into by four-year public institutions of higher education A-5344/S-3197 (Scutari, Smith/Mukherji) - Clarifies eligibility for deferred retirement for certain judges in JRS A-5696/S-3690 (Quijano, Carter, Kennedy/Scutari, Cryan) - Revises modified basic trai more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, June 10 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: New Jersey American Water will replace approximately 4,530 feet of aging water main in Cinnaminson starting next week. The project also includes replacing three fire hydrants and 80 utility-owned service lines along the pipeline route. The company will upgrade the aging 8-inch cast iron water lines that were installed in the 1960's with new 6- and 8-inch ductile iron main along the  more PR

SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, June 10 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: This month, New Jersey American Water will perform the annual flushing of the South Orange distribution system to ensure customers continue to receive high-quality, reliable water service. Beginning on June 20 at approximately 9 p.m. and lasting for approximately two weeks, the company will flush out harmless mineral deposits that may have built up in the pipes' inner walls.  more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 10 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following news: With the Primary Election now over, the New Jersey Democratic State Committee would like to welcome Republican gubernatorial nominee Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli to the General Election by reviewing some of the most crippling liabilities that will haunt him for the next five months. "Jack Ciattarelli has spent the last six months convincing Republican primary voters that he's one of them, and h more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, June 9 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release on June 8, 2021: Pennsylvania American Water today is alerting customers to be aware of imposters posing as company or municipal employees to gain entry to their businesses or homes. On June 5, individuals claiming to represent the "water company" approached a Butler business and entered its basement under the guise of checking pipes. The incident is under investigation by local polic more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, June 11 (TNSJou) -- Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news: Great uncertainty surrounds the origins of SARS-CoV-2. Early on, some suggested a link between COVID-19 and a seafood market in Wuhan, China. Other theories are now circulating, though the origins of the virus are still unknown. In response, governments have pushed for the closing of so-called "wet markets" around the world, but this is not an effective policy more PR

LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, June 8 (TNSPer) -- Rider University issued the following news release: Dr. Adam Angelozzi '06 was recently appointed the next superintendent of the Point Pleasant School District in New Jersey. The district announced the appointment in a Twitter post on May 25. It is effective July 1. Angelozzi had been serving as principal of Manalapan High School since the 2012-13 school year. He received a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Rider's College of Edu more PR

LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey, June 12 (TNSMon) -- Rider University issued the following news release: Rider is pleased to report several recent gifts benefitting its plan to transform Alumni Gym into a modern NCAA Division I arena. The project, which promises to enhance the game-day experience for fans and students, has steadily advanced since it was first announced in 2019. The latest gifts are the result of expanded naming opportunities that the University announced in April for the facility. S more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, June 8 (TNSRes) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: More than a year into the coronavirus pandemic, Governor Murphy's once-skyrocketing ratings have now returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll. Forty-seven percent of residents currently have a favorable impression of the Governor (down from 54 percent in October 2020), while 36 percent have an unfavorable one (up from 28 percent). Murphy garners slightly higher marks more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, June 9 (TNSRes) -- Rutgers University issued the following news on June 8, 2021: Governor Phil Murphy currently has a clear path to reelection victory, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll. When New Jersey registered voters are asked whether they would vote to reelect Murphy, consider voting for someone else, or definitely vote for someone else, 42 percent would definitely vote to reelect the governor. Twenty-one percent say they are on the fence, and 31 perc more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, June 10 (TNSJou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: A cardiac MRI of athletes who had COVID-19 is seven times more effective in detecting inflammation of the heart than symptom-based testing, according to a study by researchers at Rutgers and 12 other Big Ten programs. The findings are published online by JAMA Cardiology. The study of 1,597 COVID-19 positive Big Ten athletes who had cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) screening found 2.3 percent were diag more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, June 11 (TNSRep) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: People with health insurance are receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at a higher rate than those without insurance, despite the vaccine being free, according to a new national survey from the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. The research finds about 55 percent of adults with health insurance have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine  more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, June 10 (TNSJou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: People who have a high sensation-seeking trait in the brain could be more susceptible to drug addition, according to a Rutgers Study People who have a high sensation-seeking personality trait may be more likely to develop an addiction to cocaine, according to a Rutgers study. "Although many people try illicit drugs like cocaine or heroin, only a small proportion develop an addiction," said lead author more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, June 11 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement on June 10, 2021: * * * Governor Phil Murphy today released the following statement following the confirmation by the U.S. Senate of Zahid Quraishi to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey by a vote of 81-16. "Another barrier has been broken, and it has been broken in New Jersey," said Governor Murphy. "I congratulate the newest member of the federal bench for the District of New J more PR

OCEAN CITY, New Jersey, June 9 (TNSPar) -- Stockton University issued the following news: The Ocean City School District and Stockton University today signed a Dual Path Partnership agreement that will give Ocean City High School students the opportunity to graduate from both Ocean City High School and Stockton University in six years. This is the first time Stockton has entered in to such an agreement with a school district and demonstrates the commitment of both institutions to provide stude more PR

GALLOWAY, New Jersey, June 10 (TNSPar) -- Stockton University issued the following news: Demolition has begun on the Eldredge Building in Atlantic City to make way for the Phase II Residence Hall for Stockton University Atlantic City. The project is being developed in partnership with the Atlantic City Development Corp (AC Devco). Jingoli is the general contractor and construction manager. Because of its proximity to neighboring structures, the building is being demolished floor by floor and  more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, June 10 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on June 9, 2021: Verizon Business today announced the launch of its new Advanced Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution, merging SD WAN capabilities with hybrid network connectivity and security services to create a unified, cloud-delivered service able to meet the increasingly complex digital demands of enterprises. For many organizations, the growing number  more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, June 11 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on June 10, 2021: Verizon Business today announced the launch of On Site 5G, Verizon's first commercially available, private 5G network solution in the U.S. On Site 5G networks are custom-designed and managed by Verizon, allowing large enterprise and public sector customers to bring Verizon's 5G Ultra Wideband capabilities to indoor or outdoor facilities where high more PR

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, June 10 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release Verizon will partner with Encircle, a nonprofit that builds safe spaces by creating homes across the country for LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families to help find support and belonging, with the goal to promote digital inclusion across the LGBTQ+ community. Verizon has committed $1 million to partner with Encircle to develop custom tech-inspired learning space more PR

CAMDEN, New Jersey, June 8 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: New Jersey American Water's most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at www.newjerseyamwater.com/waterquality. The company is proud to report that once again, the drinking water provided to the 2.8 million New Jerseyans it serves meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all regulated substances. "When it co more PR

WAYNE, New Jersey, June 8 (TNSBook) -- William Paterson University issued the following news release: As an elementary school art teacher for seventeen years, Jeri Lynn Piechoski '79 always encouraged her students to think outside the box and lines when creating their artwork. Piechoski recently published her own version of an adult coloring book titled, Alphabet Soup for the Bored! the Coloring Book Alternative You Fill with Inspirational Words and Designs from A-Z: Oodles of Noodles to Doodl more PR