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Christie Agrees to Clarence Clemons Day

Dan Alexander — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:01:30 +0000

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has signed a resolution declaring Jan. 11 Clarence Clemons Day. That’s the day Clemons was born. Clarence Clemons was an original member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, known for his saxophone solos and huge stage presence. He was immortalized in the song “Tenth Avenue Freeze Out” with the lyric [...]

Holdouts Not Budging On Easements [AUDIO]

Jason Allentoff — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:24:32 +0000

The 11-mile-long oceanfront dune project remains up in the air, thanks to hundreds of holdouts, refusing to sign easements. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cannot and will not start the work till they get them signed, sealed and delivered. It’s been a frustrating time for communities from the Manasquan to Barnegat Inlets, while officials [...]

President Obama Declares Jersey Shore Open After Sandy [VIDEO/AUDIO]

David Matthau — Wed, 29 May 2013 10:31:53 +0000

During a visit to the Jersey Shore, President Obama promised to continue to help local residents rebuild after Superstorm Sandy caused an estimated $38 billion in damages at the end of last year. “We all understand there is still a lot of work to be done – there are homes to rebuild, there are businesses [...]

Christie Gives Full Support to Rutgers Hierarchy [VIDEO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 29 May 2013 08:56:56 +0000

Embattled Rutgers University is embroiled in yet another scandal and this one shows no signs of letting up. Newly-hired Rutgers Athletic Director Julie Hermann is under fire for allegedly calling members of the University of Tennessee volleyball team, “whores” and “alcoholics.” A new report says Hermann was also involved in a discrimination lawsuit while at Louisville.

Ask The Governor May Highlight Video

Dan Alexander — Wed, 29 May 2013 08:03:24 +0000

The January edition of Ask The Governor touched on a number of subjects including Sandy relief, how fast the Monmouth and Ocean county shores will be ready for summer and Chris Christie's role in shaping the future of the national Republican party. Watch highlights from the show.

Help Arrives For Flood-Prone NJ Homeowners [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:13:58 +0000

Almost seven months after Superstorm Sandy, there’s some good news for New Jersey homeowners who have had continuing flooding problems in their homes. “What I’m happy to announce is the federal government has approved giving us $300 million dollars to buy out homes, and we’re going to start right here in Sayreville,” said New Jersey [...]

Prince Harry Visit Spurs Heightened Security [POLL/AUDIO]

Ilya Hemlin — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:45:01 +0000

During Prince Harry’s trip to Seaside Heights and Mantoloking, security is expected to be far beyond the norm according to several Seaside Heights councilmen. The royal heir will be joined by Gov. Chris Christie to witness firsthand the devastation from Superstorm Sandy. While both of the shore communities are accustomed to large crowds, Councilman Harry [...]

Texting While Driving Penalties Could Having You Thinking Twice [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:26:02 +0000

If you’re one of those people, who still ignores the law against talking and texting on a hand-held cell phone while driving, you could soon be facing dramatically increased fines and possible loss of license. A bi-partisan bill that has passed both houses of the legislature and now heads to Governor Chris Christie’s desk includes [...]

Chris Christie Would Probably Beat George Washington, Expert Says [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:24:21 +0000

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s approvals are still through the roof in every independent poll, but one political experts says if you’re handicapping Christie’s chances for re-election, his approval rating is not the true measure. Even though the majority of Democrats approve of the job the Republican governor is doing, that doesn’t mean they want [...]

Governor Christie Undergoes Lap-Band Stomach Surgery [POLL]

Dan Alexander — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:02:19 +0000

Governor Chris Christie confirms that he has had lap band surgery in an effort to lose weight. “I’ve struggled with this issue for 20 years,” he tells the New York Post. “For me, this is about turning 50 and looking at my children and wanting to be there for them.” Spokesman spokesman Michael Drewniak also confirmed [...]

Chris Christie's Surgery Suggests Presidential Run [POLL]

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:30:53 +0000

One of today’s biggest stories is Governor Chris Christie’s secret lap band surgery, which reportedly has him already down about 40 lbs. Many are speculating this move has to do with a 2016 Presidential campaign. I’d be ALL FOR Christie as Prez. When asked about it, he said he did the surgery to get healthy [...]

New Law Aims To Help Overdose Victims In New Jersey [VIDEO/AUDIO]

David Matthau — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:29:21 +0000

Legislation that provides legal protection to people who violate the law while they are attempting to help a drug overdose victim, and those who administer overdose antidotes, has been signed into law. “While it’s critically important that criminal and civil immunity be granted carefully and sparingly, this reworked and expanded law fits perfectly with my [...]

Sandy Funding On The Way To New Jersey [AUDIO]

Jason Allentoff — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:06:47 +0000

We know almost $2 billion in federal grants are slated to come to New Jersey for Sandy recovery, but once the dough arrives, then what? That’s a question on the minds of may who suffered damage six months ago. Most homeowners are anxiously waiting to rebuild until they see the new FEMA flood maps and [...]

Governor Christie Curses Over Dune Opponents [VIDEO/POLL]

Dino Flammia — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:13:49 +0000

Government officials have been planning for a new system of sand dunes along New Jersey’s coastline, in order to prevent similar destruction that was caused by Superstorm Sandy, but some homeowners remain opposed to the idea. New Jersey’s outspoken Governor had a few strong words for them, and one that must be censored. At his [...]

Options Remain For Those Who Did Not Submit SBA Forms [AUDIO]

Ilya Hemlin — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:33:37 +0000

If it looks like you will miss tomorrow’s (May 1st) deadline to hand in SBA applications, there are still options available to homeowners, renters, and businesses needing help recovering from Sandy. Roughly 480 non-profit groups are available in most of the communities most severely affected by storm damage according to Cathy McCann, chairwoman of NJ [...]

Sandy Funding is Just The Beginning For 9 NJ Counties [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:11:36 +0000

Announcing the $1.8 billion in federal grants headed to New Jersey for recovery from Superstorm Sandy, state and federal government officials pledged additional help down the road. The initial installment, approved on the six-month anniversary of Sandy’s landfall in New Jersey, is part of the more than $60 billion cleared by Congress earlier this year [...]

Ask The Governor April Highlight Video

Dan Alexander — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:10:22 +0000

NJ Revenues Remain Below Pre-Recession Peak [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:21:59 +0000

When will New Jersey really have its comeback? While many states are finally putting the recession behind them, the Garden State is still struggling. That’s the word from the budget and finance officer with the non-partisan Office of Legislative Services (OLS) who uses a national report as the basis for his analysis. “According to a [...]

Christie Announces Middle Class Tax Cut [AUDIO]

Dan Alexander — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:50:50 +0000

Governor Christie has been quiet in recent months on the idea of a tax cut in New Jersey but today he will announce plans for a new middle class tax cut. Christie has proposed in the past a 10-percent income tax cut over three years, but a deal with Senate President Sweeney fell through last [...]

Some Sandy Rebuilding Is Going Faster Than Expected [VIDEO/AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:34:06 +0000

As Sandy restoration and rebuilding efforts continue up and down the Jersey Shore, Governor Christie says we’re doing better than expected in some areas, and worse in others. “Where we’re better is the great job the municipalities have done in terms of getting their infrastructure up and rebuilt. But in the rebuilding and rehabilitation of [...]