Below is Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing:
QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Mikie Sherrill is very popular in Morris County.” – Hanover GOP Mayor Gallagher
TOP STORY: Sherrill Candidacy Gives Palpitations to the GOP
Researchers are suing the state over access to the Lindbergh kidnapping records, according to the Jersey Vindicator.
Federal funding cuts could threaten the state’s child welfare system, according to NJ Spotlight.
A federal appeals court will hear the NJ immigrant detention case, according to NJ Monitor.
Foreign workers are expected back at the Jersey Shore this summer, despite the immigration crackdown, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
The I-80 repairs face tricky geophysics, according to NorthJersey.com.
The Camden Diocese has waged a secret and successful legal battle to block a report targeting decades of clergy abuse, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Salem Community College is expanding its nursing program, according to Burlington County Times.
Union County approved a $534M budget, according to TAPinto.
The state is the 9th best in the nation for working moms according to a WalletHub survey.
ICYMI: Kim acknowledged disjointed Dems; anti-Trump protesters rallied
The potent sleeper issue of restoring COLA for public sector workers could stir chaos in the gubernatorial race, according to NorthJersey.com.
A Sherrill gubernatorial nomination gives palpitations to the GOP. Rep. Sherrill says she can more effectively counter President Trump in Trenton than in DC, according to Morristown Green. Sherrill laid out a plan to fight President Trump if she’s elected Governor, according to NJ Spotlight.
Rep. Gottheimer’s first TV ad features an AI-created boxing match with President Trump, according to NJ Globe.
Mayor Fulop outlined his case against Rep. Sherrill in the gubernatorial primary; Sherrill’s campaign responsed, according to NJ Globe.
Jack Ciattarelli and Rep. Gottheimer discussed their candidacies, according to NJ Spotlight.
Jack Ciattarelli says he’ll ‘clean house‘ at the NJBPU, according to NJ Globe.
In LD32, former Hoboken Mayor Roberts endorsed Bhalla and Brennan for Assembly, according to Hudson County View.
ICYMI: Sherrill allies concerned; Ciattarelli upbeat at town hall; Eagleton poll shows Ciattarelli ahead, Dems close; Bramnick reveling; Hudson drama transcends county; Baraka served tipped workers; primary pulse points; Dems battling for ‘fighter’ role; edge in Dem primary
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A park at the Statehouse could soon become a reality, according to NorthJersey.com.
The state will pay $150M to the US Treasury, according to NJ Spotlight.
In Aberdeen, the ‘Aberdeen Together’ slate announced their candidacies.
In Atlantic City, Pop Lloyd Stadium will be reopened as a multipurpose sports hub, according to ROI-NJ. New letters and a logo will light up Ocean Resort, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Bedminster, there was a clash over the lease for the Vanderveer House, according to NJ Hills.
In Belmar, the town is considering leasing beach space to yoga classes, according to TAPinto.
In Blairstown, the library will reopen, according to Lehigh Valley Live.
In Bloomfield, the town was recognized for its lead service replacement program.
In Bridgewater, a councilman says the town should build its own affordable housing, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Deptford, SSN Hotels was sued again over a proposal, according to Burlington County Times.
In Edison, Lav Patel’s slate and Mayor Fulop mutually endorsed each other.
In Fanwood, the budget was introduced, according to TAPinto.
In Hightstown, Franz and Spann announced their council candidacies.
In Hillsborough, Democrats urged the public to review the budget.
In Little Egg Harbor, the school district wants to hike taxes 33%, according to NJ.com.
In Morristown, a cannabis dispensary finally sprouted, according to Morristown Green.
In Newark, there’s a shady side to the city’s urban renewal, according to the Jersey Vindicator.
In Ocean City, the city held off on a $1M landscaping plan, according to the Press of Atlantic City.
In Passaic, the city is hiring more cops for its business district, according to NorthJersey.com.
In Princeton, the schools hired a new BA, according to TAPinto.
In Rockaway, a former councilman criticized the budget, according to NJ Hills.
In Sayreville, a third Wawa was approved, according to MyCentralJersey.
In Springfield, a redevelopment ordinance was introduced, according to TAPinto.
In Toms River, a judge ruled the town must build more affordable housing units, according to the Asbury Park Press.
In Watchung, the school board adopted the budget, according to NJ Hills.
In Wayne, the court ruled in favor of the town in a elevator dispute, according to NorthJersey.com.
AROUND THE WEB:
NJBIZ to honor 2025 Leaders in Real Estate, Construction and Design
NJBIZ Staff
- The NJBIZ Leaders in Real Estate, Construction and Design Awards celebrate individuals and companies changing New Jersey’s commercial real estate landscape through development, design, construction, project management and more. The program celebrates both individuals and companies in categories including architecture, engineering, interior design, commercial real estate, project/construction management, commercial property development and general contractor, subcontractor, law and environmental.
Stomping Grounds: Wildfires, Murphy Endorsement, Hegseth and Slotkin
David Wildstein, NJ Globe
- New Jerseyans aren’t always civil, but it’s still possible for a liberal Democrat and a conservative Republican to have a rational and pleasant conversation about politics in the state. Dan Bryan is a former senior advisor to Gov. Phil Murphy and is now the owner of his own public affairs firm, and Alex Wilkes is an attorney and former executive director of America Rising PAC who advises Republican candidates in New Jersey and across the nation, including the New Jersey GOP. Dan and Alex are both experienced strategists who are currently in the room where high-level decisions are made. They get together weekly with New Jersey Globe editor David Wildstein to discuss politics and issues.
Wawa’s New Jersey roots date all the way back to 1890
Dennis Malloy, NJ1015
- For decades, Wawa has been a beloved institution in South Jersey. Over the past decade and a half, they have spread further north into central and northern New Jersey. Making it a Jersey tradition to stop at an occasional Wawa on the road. When you ask young people who’ve moved away what they miss most about being in Jersey, a lot of times they’ll say “Wawa“!
Over 100 acres of Woods Services campus in Middletown rezoned for apartments, more
Lacey Latch, Bucks County Courier Times
- More than 100 acres of Woods Services campus in Middletown was recently rezoned through an overlay ordinance that includes plans for an affordable apartment building.
Sherrill pledges to protect senior services, lower housing costs during Florham Park visit
Brett Friedensohn, Florham Park Eagle
- If the federal government won’t deliver tax-funded services it committed to provide, gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-11, wants New Jersey to get its money back, so it can provide those services itself.
Walmart steps up and invests in New Jersey
Big Joe Henry, NJ1015
- Walmart announced this week that they are stepping up its investment in four of its New Jersey stores. Walmart has swiftly become the largest supermarket chain in the country. Strengthening its hold in the ever-changing grocery retail market in the crippling southern states and taking over the void of the low performing Kroger’s supermarkets.
With electricity prices about to jump, utilities say they’re not to blame
Trenton Journal
- New Jersey’s biggest utility told lawmakers that it has no control over electricity price increases that are set to sock households and businesses starting June 1. The driver, according to Newark-based Public Service Enterprise Group, is PJM Interconnection, a wholesaler which supplies power to 13 states, including New Jersey. PJM is the largest North American regional electricity transmitter and operates wholesale auctions for local utilities that bid on electricity supplies drawn from the broader grid.
Parsippany’s Own Chris Fitzpatrick to Take the Stage at TEDxMontclair
Frank L. Cahill, Parsippany Focus
- Mount Tabor resident Chris Fitzpatrick has been selected as a speaker for TEDxMontclair, which will take place at Montclair Mezzanine on Tuesday, June 24, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Keating Steps Down as Rowan College of South Jersey President
South Jersey
- After 15 years of service, Fred Keating will step down as president of Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), effective June 30, 2025. As the longest serving president in the 59-year history of the college, Keating will transition to a new leadership position at Rowan University beginning July 2025.
Rutgers, Saudi university ink academic collaboration deal
Matthew Fazelpoor, NJBIZ
- A New Jersey delegation is on the ground for a weeklong economic mission that will run through Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Gov. Phil Murphy leads the mission, with additional participants including First Lady Tammy Murphy, key administration officials, Choose New Jersey and a slew of industry, government as well as education leaders and stakeholders.
Feds drop bribery charges against two former NJ tech executives
Benjamin J. Hulac, NJ Spotlight
- Federal prosecutors in New Jersey dropped criminal bribery charges against two former executives of Cognizant Technology Solutions, a multinational company headquartered in Teaneck, after the company donated $50,000 to President Donald Trump’s inaugural festivities.
Last Central Jersey towns agree on affordable housing units
Mike Deak, MyCentralJersey.com
- Thirteen Central Jersey towns have reached agreements on how many affordable housing units they are required to provide in the next 10 years. The towns – four in Middlesex County, five in Somerset, three in Hunterdon and one in Union – were among the 68 municipalities that challenged the required number of affordable housing units calculated last fall by the state Department of Community Affairs (DCA).
Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing for April 29, 2025
As New Jersey residents wake up to start their day on April 29, 2025, Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing provides them with the latest news and updates on the state’s political landscape, business developments, and other important events happening in the Garden State.
One of the key highlights of today’s briefing is the announcement of a new infrastructure project that will improve transportation in the state. Governor Smith unveiled plans for a new high-speed rail system that will connect major cities in New Jersey, making it easier for residents to commute and travel within the state. This project is expected to create thousands of jobs and boost economic growth in the region.
In addition to the infrastructure project, Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing also covers the latest political developments in the state. Today, there is a heated debate in the state legislature over a proposed bill that would increase funding for public schools. Supporters argue that this bill is necessary to provide students with the resources they need to succeed, while opponents claim that it will place an undue burden on taxpayers. The outcome of this debate will have far-reaching implications for education in New Jersey.
On the business front, Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing reports on a major merger between two of the state’s largest companies. Acme Corporation announced plans to acquire rival company Beta Industries in a deal worth billions of dollars. This merger is expected to create a powerhouse in the industry and drive innovation and growth in New Jersey’s business sector.
Overall, Insider NJ’s Morning Intelligence Briefing for April 29, 2025 provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the most important news and developments happening in the state. From infrastructure projects to political debates to business mergers, this briefing keeps New Jersey residents informed and engaged in their community. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day as Insider NJ continues to provide timely and relevant information to its readers.
