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Stop & Shop Donates $31,000 to The Community FoodBank of New Jersey

Area Food Banks to Commemorate 311 First Downs Recorded By New York Giants During the 2019 Season

Purchase, NY (January 9, 2020) – Stop & Shop, the official supermarket of the New York Giants, is proud to announce a $31,100 donation to The Community FoodBank of New Jersey and seven other food banks across the tri-state area. A contribution that reflects their pre-season commitment to donate$100 for each first down recorded by the Giants during the 2019 season. The Giants final season total was 311 first downs.

The $31,100 will be divided among 8 of Stop & Shop’s regional food bank partners –  The Community FoodBank of NJ, Fulfill, The Food Bank for New York City, Feeding Westchester, Long Island Cares, Island Harvest, and The Connecticut Food Bank. The food banks will use the donation to fight hunger in their local communities – supporting nutrition programs and providing resources to those in need.

“Stop & Shop has a longstanding history of giving back to the communities we serve with a focus on fighting hunger,” said Bob Yager, SVP of Sales and Operations for Stop & Shop. “This donation underscores Stop & Shop and the Giants’ mutual commitment to assisting food banks in New Jersey, New York City, Westchester, Connecticut and on Long Island.”

The first down donation is just one of the ways the Giants and Stop & Shop have worked together to fight hunger.  Earlier this year, and every season, Stop & Shop sponsors the Giants’ annual food drive at MetLife Stadium, as well as donates thousands of turkeys alongside the Giants as part of the supermarket’s annual Turkey Express Program.

About Stop & Shop

A neighborhood grocer for more than 100 years, today’s Stop & Shop is refreshed, reenergized and inspired, delivering new conveniences for customers. Committed to helping its communities enjoy better food and better lives, Stop & Shop has a longstanding history of giving back to the neighborhoods it serves with a focus on fighting hunger and helping children to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles. The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC is an Ahold Delhaize USA Company and employs nearly 60,000 associates and operates over 400 stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey.

About the New York Football Giants

A cornerstone franchise of the National Football League, the New York Football Giants began play in 1925. With eight championships, including a victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI, their second in five seasons, the Giants are the only franchise in the NFL with a Super Bowl victory in each of the last four decades. Headquartered at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, N.J., the Giants enter their 96th season of play this fall. For more information, visit

www.giants.com.

NJ Democrat and Republican Legislative Leadership For The New Session

Senate Democratic Leadership:

(Additional Leadership to be announced)

Senator Stephen M. Sweeney (3), Senate President

Senator Loretta Weinberg (37), Senate Majority Leader

Senator M. Teresa Ruiz (29), Senate President Pro Tempore

Senate Republican Leadership:

Senator Thomas H. Kean, Jr. (21), Republican Leader

Senator Robert W. Singer (30), Deputy Minority Leader

Senator Kristin M. Corrado (40), Conference Leader

Senator Chris A. Brown (2), Deputy Conference Leader

Senator Steven V. Oroho (24), Budget Officer

Senator Joseph Pennacchio (26), Whip

Senator Christopher “Kip” Bateman (16), Deputy Whip

Assembly Democratic Leadership:

(Additional Leadership to be announced)

Assemblyman Craig J. Coughlin (19), Assembly Speaker

Assemblyman Louis D. Greenwald (6), Majority Leader

Assemblyman Gordon M. Johnson (37), Speaker Pro Tempore

Assemblywoman Annette Quijano (20), Majority Conference Chair

Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin (29), Assembly Budget Committee Chair

Assembly Republican Leadership:

Assemblyman Jon M. Bramnick (21), Republican Leader

Assemblywoman Nancy F. Munoz (21), Conference Leader

Assemblyman John DiMaio (23), Co-Conference Leader

Assemblyman Edward H. Thomson (30), Republican Whip

Assemblyman Harold J. “Hal” Wirths (24), Republican Budget Officer

Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer (12), Deputy Republican Leader

Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce (26), Deputy Republican Leader

Assemblywoman Holly T. Schepisi (39), Deputy Republican Leader

Assemblyman Erik Peterson (23), Parliamentarian

Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso (13), Deputy Republican Whip

Assemblyman Jay Webber (26), Appropriations Officer

Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove (9), Policy Co-Chair

Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf (9), Policy Co-Chair

Trump\’s Religious Liberty Reforms

January 17, 2020

Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on

public policy reforms issued by the Trump administration on January 16

:

The public policy reforms governing religious liberty issued by the Trump administration are compelling and much needed.  President Trump has proven once again that he is the most religion-friendly president in the modern era.

The Trump administration has provided a much-needed corrective to the draconian directives promulgated by the previous administration: the role of religious liberty under President Obama was diminished to such an extent that it all but neutered the free exercise of religion in public policy programs. Trump has reversed this condition, awarding religious liberty the kind of breathing room it deserves, both morally and legally.

There are three areas of public policy affecting religious liberty that have been targeted for reform by the Trump administration: faith-based programs; higher education; and religious institutions.

While the directives that have been issued are tailored to each of these three sectors, there are two elements that are common to all of them: religious institutions will not be afforded a second-class status any longer and their autonomy will be protected.

The Trump administration wants to end the invidious practices of discriminating against religious institutions and associations that were instituted by the Obama administration. Any institution that does not treat religious institutions as the equal of secular institutions will be faced with the prospect of having federal funds terminated.

Religious autonomy is another feature of these reforms. For instance, the state cannot force religious associations to jettison their religious character as a condition of federal aid. Regrettably, this has been done, the effect of which has been to secularize these entities. What is the sense of having a religious institution if it cannot freely exercise its religious prerogatives?

In effect, the Trump administration is going to continue its efforts to put an end to the animus against religious institutions that characterized the Obama administration.

As is customary, the public is being given 30 days to comment on these proposals. I will submit a detailed account of the Catholic League\’s problems with the Obama administration in its handling of faith-based programs, and the need for the kinds of reforms as outlined in the new directives. We will make public our input.

What are the tips to get latest luxury watches?

Gloucestercitynews.net (January 17, 2020)–If are looking for luxury watches and designer watches or tired of seeing the high price tags for these items, If you are serious and want to buy luxury watches and designer watches for yourself or your loved ones, you should not be disappointed at all.

It is possible to buy discount watches and designer watches, there are several ways to do this. So now

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watches will help you find the best watches that you will enjoy. Now, if you are looking for discount luxury and designer watches, this may be difficult but it is not impossible.

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Before we get started, it will be helpful to know why products like watches carry a heavy price tag. For designer watches, they usually have the same aesthetic design and procedure as the luxury watches. Although these watches are generally a little cheaper than luxury watches, they still cost more than popular brands.

How to Find Discount Luxury and Designer Watches

First of all, find online discount luxury watches and designer watches. You will find that the prices of these products are usually cheaper than brick and mortar stores. The advent of e-commerce allows online stores to buy products like watches from manufacturers. Online websites do not need to have inventory and hire workforce. In this way, the overhead of online stores is usually less. If the overhead is low, they may offer products that they sell low. Generally, products like watches are 20% to 30% cheaper online than brick and mortar stores.

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Another way to find discount watches is to look for discount websites. Discount websites usually feature several luxury watches and designer watch vendors on their website. Because many vendors on this website are trying to sell, they usually make different offers and promotions. Discounts can vary and so you have to find the best price.

Another way to find discount luxury watches and designer watches is to research the current inventory. Some manufacturers usually change designs and offerings to get past their competitors. Then some older designs will be offered at a discount.

Trust on the online watches?

While it is possible to find these watches online, you must be careful and check the offer before making a purchase. Always keep in mind that luxury watches and designer watches are a bit expensive, if you find an offer that looks very familiar, cut it off. Remember that if the offer is not correct then it is. Similarly, you need to research the online vendor before making a purchase.

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7 Facts About Famous Sporting Trophies You Probably Do Not Know

Gloucestercitynews.net(January 17, 2020)–We all know about trophies presented to a winning team or an individual in different

sports

. However, what we do not know is the fun or interesting facts related to the trophies. There is less information regarding this, and most of the people are unaware of the facts.

Most of the trophies that winners receive today for their excellent performance carry the name of the person who was the president of the sports club. Nonetheless, all

popular trophies

have stories to tell and share interesting facts. The information provided below gives complete details about seven exciting facts related to famous sporting trophies.

The Claret Jug

The

Claret Jug

is a fancy silver cup awarded to the winner of the British Open. Tom Morris Junior won the open continuously for three years (1868-70). The trophy required £30. Although Tom won the next open in 1871, he could not get the award because it was not ready.

Walker Cup

The name “Walker Cup” is after the president of the United States Golf Association. The winner of amateur golf competition between the British Isles and the United States receive the trophy. Matches became regular for every second year from 1922.

Venus Rosewater Dish

The Venus Rosewater Dish is the Wimbledon single’s trophy awarded to ladies at the championship. The dish became part of the tennis family since 1886 and has become a pride in the sport. Rosewater dishes were popular in England, as it helped them to collect rosewater poured on the hands to wash. It is a copy of the pewter located in the Louvre.

Ryder Cup

What makes Ryder Cup interesting is the fact that the winner does not receive any prize money for the competition even when the sport is a high-profile event. Usually conducted between the United States and Great Britain, the Ryder Cup is a men’s golf competition. Both the countries participate in it, which is biennial with changing venues. The cup remains exceptional and profound in the field of professional sports, given that the players receive no winning money.

Gordon Bennett Cup

James Gordon Bennett junior was a publisher for the New York Herald. He was a prominent individual and acquired the knack for sponsoring several sporting and exploration events held across the United States. He was the first person to sponsor the first-ever tennis match conducted in the United States and sponsored the trip of Henry Morton Stanley to find David Livingston in Africa. With the recognition that he possessed, he went on to establish Gordon Bennett cups for international yachting, for automobile racing, and for ballooning. Although the latter two no longer exist, the cup for ballooning continues even till today.

Borg-Warner Trophy

The winner of the Indianapolis 500 motorsport competition receives the Borg-Warner trophy. The unique design and construction of the trophy have an exciting story. The cup stands 5 feet tall and weighs 45 kg. The surface of the trophy has the faces of the winners of the Indianapolis 500 competition from its start in 1911. While the original trophy sits in the hall of fame museum of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the winner of the competition receives a replica of the original that is 18-inches and termed as “Baby Borg.”

FIFA World Cup

FIFA world cup attained recognition across the world within a short time. From 1930 to 1970, winners of the FIFA world cup

received the Jules Rimet Trophy

. The president initiated conducting the tournament after voting in the year 1929. The trophy carries the name of the president, Jules Rimet. Furthermore, according to the president, Rimet, stated that any nation that continues to win the trophy three times gets the chance to keep the award permanently. Brazil won the third world cup in 1970 and thus allowed to keep the trophy forever.

Community Reformers Call on DPRA Members to Investigate Questionable Land Dealings

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 17, 2020)(Gloucestercitynews.net)-

-Community reformers jammed the Delaware River Port Authority meeting on Wednesday calling on the governors of New Jersey and Pennsylvania

to investigate the connection of the DRPA board members with political

Sue Altman, state director of New Jersey Working Families was dragged from a hearing in Nov. where George E. Norcross III testified he did not manipulated New Jersey’s controversial tax incentive program for his benefit (photo courtesy of

The Philadelphia Inquirer)

power broker George Norcross III.

The

Philadelphia Inquire

r reported the progressive political groups specifically cited the two parcels of land that the agency sold or optioned for development projects in Camden.

“It is time for a full accounting of the facts and to clean house in an agency that has acted for too long as a tool of special interests,\” wrote leaders of the two groups, New Jersey Working Families and Pennsylvania Working Families, in a letter addressed to Govs. Phil Murphy and Tom Wolf on Wednesday.

The groups also made that request in person Wednesday morning, when about a dozen activists filed into the DRPA’s 11th-floor conference room in Camden.

Seven of them addressed the agency’s board, composed of members appointed by the governors of both states.

“There are people on the DRPA board, certainly on the New Jersey side … with very, very strong political connections and financial connections to a political machine that, in our opinion, prioritizes the lining of its own pockets and corporate interests over the interests of the public dollar and of public opinion,” said Sue Altman, state director of New Jersey Working Families.

The letter follows

an Inquirer article

, published last month, that detailed how South Jersey political power broker George E. Norcross III came to acquire a three-acre parking lot near the Camden waterfront. Both the DRPA and the Camden Redevelopment Agency held rights to the land, which was appraised at $2.3 million.

The DRPA’s interest in the land was appraised at $800,000, and in 2016 the agency sold the parcel for that amount to Liberty Property Trust, the onetime developer of a major waterfront project fueled by a controversial state tax-credit program. Liberty later sold the land to Norcross and his business partners for $350,000 according to

The Inquirer.

(read more)

Related:

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Trending Destinations To Consider For Your 2020 Vacation

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(January 17, 2020)– As January is said to be one of the most depressing months of the year, it could be time to start planning your next vacation. With deals and offers hitting our screens ready to get you out of the winter blues, check out some of the best destinations to consider for your next getaway.

Hawaii

For a blissful vacation, not far from home shores,

Hawaii is the perfect remedy

. Its beautiful mix of beaches and resorts offers you the chance to soak up the sunshine all year round. For destinations, a little off the tourist tracks, visit locations in the North Shore area for azure waters and spectacular scenery. This spot is also perfect for adventurers as the hikes and walks in the region certainly capture the magical view.

Morocco

Heading to North Africa, you’ll find the enchanting destination of Morocco. There are many diverse spots to behold, including the vibrant cities of Marrakesh and Casablanca. For anyone looking to immerse themselves in the authentic culture, the myriad of markets and medina’s is enough to satisfy your curiosity. There are many

Morocco vacation packages that offer a mix of culture and traditional beach getaways

. So you will have the best of both worlds for a unique vacation experience.

United Kingdom

Home to the Queen and birthplace of The Beatles, the United Kingdom has always proved a top spot for vacationers looking for a fun getaway. There’s a diverse selection of places to visit, including the popular capital of London to the glorious sandy shores of Cornwall. Traveling further north, you’ll also find the captivating destination of Scotland that boasts incredible scenery and the home of the Loch Ness Monster.

French Riviera

If you’re looking for a splash of luxury on your travels, the

French Riviera

is a must-visit. Located on the beautiful shores of the Mediterranean, here you’ll find some of the top luxury locations of Saint Tropez and Cannes to indulge in the resorts and hotels of the rich and famous. This destination is also perfect for anyone that loves cruises and boat excursions, as you can hop on a tour and visit the nearby coastal resorts of Monaco and Nice.

Bali

Considered as one of the most beautiful and captivating islands in Indonesia, Bali is often a top choice for people looking to soak up the sunshine on a relaxing vacation. Here, you’ll find stunning scenery and a mix of retreats and lively resorts, and you can’t ignore its laidback vibe, which offers a genuinely tranquil break. The island is also home to a variety of historic temples and heritage sites. Plus, for those looking for something a little more fast-paced, there’s water sports and hiking to quench your thirst.

Whether you’re looking for the ultimate luxury vacation or want an affordable destination to get away from it all for a few weeks, there is a host of options both home and away. Don’t take our word for it, go and explore and see where your vacation takes you in 2020.

Rock Band from Gloucester City Releases New Album

The Warhawks, a rock-band from Gloucester City

photo courtesy of  New Jersey Stage

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 17, 2020)(CNBNewsnet)–The Warhawks, a rock-band from Gloucester City, NJ have released a brand new EP titled

Stardust Disco

, according to

NewJerseyStage.com

This EP finds the band shedding some skin from their last release,

Never Felt So Good

, and showing off their appreciation for pop music. Just think of some of the more radio friendly hits of bands like The Clash and Pixies mixed with the beautiful vocal arrangements of The Beach Boys and you\’ll start to get an idea of what

Stardust Disco

is all about.

That\’s not to say that The Warhawks have forgotten how to write a straight up rock and roll tune. In fact, your first taste of

Stardust Disco

, is a track titled \”Deliver\” and it\’s a raucous of rumbling bass, big guitar leads, and gang vocals.  Along with the song, The Warhawks have announced a handful of tour dates to support the new EP reports

New Jersey Stage.

Band members include Matt Orlando, Tom Lipski, and Bilodeau brothers John and Pat.

The band released their debut LP

Never Felt So Goo

d in January 2019, recorded and mastered by Dave Downham (Beach Slang, Into It, Over It).  Combining soaring punk rock anthems of love, life and hope with a refreshing alt-rock twist,

Never Felt So Good

would earn them accolades as 93.3 WMMR’s “Band of the Month” that following March, as well as steady rotation of their song “Miracle” on top indie station 88.5 WXPN and live appearances on WRFF Radio 104.5.

For upcoming tour dates read here

N.J. Working Families Demands Criminal Investigation Following Release of EDA Report

(

January 17, 2020)–N

ew Jersey Working Families State Director Sue Altman (photo)released the following statement in response to yesterday’s task force report:

“The task force’s new report unearthed a staggering level of corruption unprecedented in New Jersey history. George Norcross,

his brothers and his companies conspired to cheat taxpayers of hundreds of millions of dollars – and they did it with the full cooperation of the Christie administration and legislative leaders.

“This is Trenton at its worst. Norcross lied to the Legislature, and no one dared ask him hard questions or hold him accountable.

“It’s time for law enforcement to step in and provide justice for New Jersey taxpayers. If politicians could be charged for taking cash out of coffee cups, then political insiders who robbed taxpayers of hundreds of millions of dollars need to ex

TerrAscend Issued Permit to Grow Medical Marijuana

Eighth Alternative Treatment Center Statewide Permitted to Grow

Boonton Township NJ

–The New Jersey Department of Health today issued a permit to TerrAscend in Boonton Township to begin growing medical marijuana. The permit was issued after a comprehensive review including several site inspections, background checks of

its corporate officers and a review of its security operations and cultivation facility.

“The Department is committed to providing greater access to this therapy for patients,” said New Jersey Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli.  “TerrAscend is the fourth Alternative Treatment Center to receive a permit to grow product in the northern region of the state.”

After product has been tested by the state laboratory and the dispensary is operational and inspected by the Medical Marijuana Program (MMP), a second permit will be issued to operate and dispense as an Alternative Treatment Centers (ATC). TerrAscend will operate their dispensary in Phillipsburg.

Once TerrAscend receives its permit to dispense, the MMP will notify the patients and caregivers by email of the opening date.

TerrAscend is the second ATC to receive a cultivation permit among the awards made by the MMP in December 2018. In December 2019, the MMP

issued

cultivation and dispensing permits to GTI, which opened Rise dispensary in Paterson that same month.

TerrAscend officials hope the dispensary is permitted and able to begin dispensing medical marijuana to registered patients and caregivers in the spring.

“We are honored to receive our cultivation permit after meeting the rigorous requirements and operating procedures by NJ DOH,” said Jason Ackerman, Executive Chairman of TerrAscend. “TerrAscend is committed to compliance, quality and safety and we look forward to bringing high-quality, trusted brands from TerrAscend’s portfolio to medical-use patients in New Jersey.”

There are seven Alternative Treatment Centers currently dispensing medical marijuana: Greenleaf Compassion Center of Montclair, Compassionate Care Foundation of Egg Harbor, Garden State Dispensary of Woodbridge and Union Township, Breakwater Alternative Treatment Center of Cranbury, Curaleaf NJ, Inc. in Bellmawr, Harmony Dispensary in Secaucus and Rise in Paterson.

Participation in the program continues to grow.  There are more than 66,200 patients, 2,500 caregivers and 1,092 physicians participating in the program.

Patients and caregivers can visit the

MMP\’s website

if they choose to change their preferred ATC. The change can also be made by calling the Customer Service Unit of the MMP at 609-292-0424 and does not require changing ID cards.

Patients can refer to the

FAQ section

of the MMP website for additional information. The 474 active physicians enrolled in the program are listed by county and medical specialty.

New Jersey residents interested in registering for the MMP can click

here

.

For more information about TerrAscend, visit

https://nj.terrascend.com/

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@njdeptofhealth,

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For more information, visit our homepage at

nj.gov/health

.