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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 2d

⚠️ NEWS ALERT: New Jersey declares a state of emergency ahead of a dangerous nor’easter slated to slam the Garden State over the weekend. Stay updated ⤵️ https://njbiz.com/ny-state-emergency-noreaster-nj/

New Jersey declares state of emergency ahead of nor’easter - NJBIZ

Acting Gov. Tahesha Way declared a state of emergency in New Jersey ahead of a powerful nor’easter bringing flooding, winds and heavy rain.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 3d

UPDATE: Wednesday evening’s #debate featured several tense exchanges between candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli, as the race to succeed Gov. Phil Murphy reaches the final stretch. Full coverage here: njbiz.com/sherrill-cia...

NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 3d

🟥🟦 NJBIZ reporter Matthew Fazelpoor is on location at the second and final #gubernatorial debate between Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli and Democratic hopeful Mikie Sherrill. Stay tuned to #NJBIZ for complete coverage.

NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 3d

🟥🟦 NJBIZ reporter Matthew Fazelpoor is on location at the second and final #gubernatorial debate between Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli and Democratic hopeful Mikie Sherrill. Stay tuned to #NJBIZ for complete coverage.

NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 5d

Two New Jersey facilities are ranked among @usnews.com's 2025-2026 Best Children’s Hospitals ⤵️ https://njbiz.com/us-news-best-childrens-hospitals-nj-rankings-2025/

U.S. News names Best Children’s Hospitals — 2 NJ facilities rank - NJBIZ

U.S. News & World Report recognized two children’s hospitals in New Jersey on its 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals list and specialties.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 5d

The @borgata-ac.bsky.social in Atlantic City is partnering with Big Night to transform the former Premier Nightclub space, which closed its doors Aug. 31. Find out what's in store ... https://njbiz.com/borgata-big-night-new-atlantic-city-venue-2026/

Borgata, Big Night to open new Atlantic City venue in 2026 - NJBIZ

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa partners with Big Night to launch an 18,000-square-foot entertainment venue in Atlantic City, opening summer 2026.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 6d

BREAKING NEWS: Atlantic Health and Saint Peter’s Healthcare System are pulling the plug on plans for a partnership. https://njbiz.com/atlantic-health-saint-peters-hospital-partnership-canceled/

Atlantic Health, Saint Peter's cancel planned partnership - NJBIZ

Atlantic Health and Saint Peter's Healthcare System are pulling the plug on plans for a hospital partnership amid shifting health care trends.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 6d

A new $500 million tax credit program aims to incentivize private investment to create new workforce and affordable housing options in New Jersey. Here's everything you need to know to apply ⤵️ https://njbiz.com/njhmfa-500m-tax-credit-affordable-workforce-development/

NJHMFA $500M tax credit aims to boost affordability, workforce development - NJBIZ

The NJHMFA approved a $500M State Tax Credit Subsidy to spur development of affordable and workforce housing across New Jersey.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 7d

@newsweek.com has released its America’s Best Nursing Homes 2026 ranking, which includes 65 facilities in New Jersey. In total, 14,752 providers across the U.S. were evaluated for this year's list.https://njbiz.com/newsweek-names-new-jerseys-best-nursing-homes-for-2026/

Newsweek names New Jersey's best nursing homes for 2026 - NJBIZ

Newsweek’s 2026 America’s Best Nursing Homes list includes 65 New Jersey facilities recognized for quality, safety and resident satisfaction.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 10d

Eric LeGrand Bourbon – co-founded by the Rutgers legend himself along with spirits industry veteran Brian Axelrod – is teaming up with Rutgers University to release a limited-edition bourbon series. https://njbiz.com/eric-legrand-bourbon-rutgers-scarlet-knight-series/

Eric LeGrand Bourbon, Rutgers launch Scarlet Knight Series - NJBIZ

Eric LeGrand Bourbon and Rutgers debut the Scarlet Knight Series, a limited bourbon release honoring the university’s legacy.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 11d

In Part II of this interview series, Republican gubernatorial hopeful Jack Ciattarelli details his plans to ease regulations and improve New Jersey’s business climate as the governor’s race nears Election Day. https://njbiz.com/ciattarelli-final-pitch-nj-governor-race-taxes-business/

Ciattarelli’s final pitch in gov race: fix NJ taxes, boost business - NJBIZ

Republican Jack Ciattarelli discusses child care, political climate, polls and his plan to make New Jersey a better place to do business.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 12d

NJBIZ sits down with Republican gubernatorial hopeful Jack Ciattarelli, who shares his take on the first townhall-style meeting, his policy proposals and how he differs from his opponent ahead of Election Day. https://njbiz.com/ciattarelli-nj-race-debate-energy-small-business/

Ciattarelli talks debate, energy, small business in NJ race - NJBIZ

Jack Ciattarelli outlines affordability, energy and small business policies as the NJ governor race with Mikie Sherrill heats up.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 12d

📈 Meet the 2025 People To Watch in #Finance: These industry innovators are working on disruptive new ideas or leading others in those endeavors, without making headlines – yet. https://njbiz.com/2025-people-to-watch-in-finance/

2025 People To Watch in Finance - NJBIZ

The 2025 People to Watch in Finance are working on disruptive new ideas or leading others in those endeavors, without making headlines – yet.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 13d

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant has abruptly shut down all its locations. https://njbiz.com/iron-hill-brewery-closes-all-locations/

Iron Hill Brewery permanently closes all locations - NJBIZ

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant shut down all 16 locations after filing for bankruptcy, ending its run in NJ, PA, DE, SC, and GA.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 13d

NEWS ALERT: Adam Kleinman takes over as #WellsFargo NJ market executive, as current leader, Peter Dontas, transitions into an advisory role ahead of his retirement. NJBIZ sat down with the execs to talk about the move and more. https://njbiz.com/kleinman-succeed-dontas-wells-fargo-nj-exec/

Kleinman to succeed Dontas as Wells Fargo NJ market exec - NJBIZ

Wells Fargo named Adam Kleinman as New Jersey market executive, succeeding longtime leader Peter Dontas, who will advise the transition.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 13d

☕ Today's the day! #NationalCoffeeDay, that is. Check out where you can score java freebies and discounts here ⤵️ https://njbiz.com/national-coffee-day-2025-deals-discounts/

National Coffee Day 2025 deals at Dunkin’, Starbucks, more - NJBIZ

Celebrate National Coffee Day 2025 with free coffee, discounts and specials from Dunkin’, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme and more.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 16d

BREAKING NEWS: The CEO of Hudson Regional Health issued a dire warning about the future of Heights University Hospital in Jersey City. https://njbiz.com/ceo-heights-university-hospital-may-cut-non-essential-services/

CEO: Heights University Hospital may cut non-essential services - NJBIZ

Hudson Regional Health CEO says Heights University Hospital in Jersey City may suspend services without urgent state or government funding.

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View from backstage - about to kick things off at @njbiz.bsky.social Best Places To Work #NJ

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 17d

A new poll out today from Emerson College Polling/PIX11/The Hill finds a dead heat between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli – with 11% undecided – in the race to become New Jersey's next governor. https://njbiz.com/emerson-poll-nj-governor-race-sherrill-ciattarelli-tied/

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 18d

NJ PBS – New Jersey’s only public television station – will cease operations next summer amid "very significant" state and federal budget cuts. https://njbiz.com/nj-pbs-shut-down-2026-budget-cuts/

NJ PBS to shut down next summer amid budget cuts - NJBIZ

NJ PBS will cease operations in June 2026 after major state and federal budget cuts; WNET will air NJ Spotlight News until closure.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 19d

For the 15th-consecutive year, this New Jersey university is named the nation’s No. 1 college, according to @usnews.com's just-released rankings. Find out what other Garden State schools made the grade ... https://njbiz.com/princeton-tops-us-news-2026-college-rankings/

Princeton tops U.S. News college rankings for 15th year - NJBIZ

With the release of U.S. News & World Report's 2026 rankings, Princeton celebrates its 15th-consectuive year as the nation's No. 1 college.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 23d

According to the latest rankings from @newsweek.com, New Jersey boasts:
🩺 Two of the World’s Best Smart Hospitals
🩺 Four of the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals

Get the lists here ⤵️
https://njbiz.com/newsweek-ranks-nj-smart-specialized-hospitals-2026/

Newsweek names NJ hospitals among world's best for tech, specialties - NJBIZ

Newsweek named 2 New Jersey health care providers among the world’s best smart hospitals for 2026, and 4 among the best specialized.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 24d

Another wave of layoffs is hitting New Jersey’s pharmaceutical sector, with Novo Nordisk and Bristol Myers Squibb both disclosing hundreds of planned workforce reductions. https://njbiz.com/novo-nordisk-bristol-myers-nj-layoffs/

Layoffs hit Novo Nordisk, Bristol Myers Squibb in NJ - NJBIZ

Novo Nordisk and Bristol Myers Squibb plan nearly 550 New Jersey job cuts as part of global restructuring and cost-saving initiatives.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 25d

NJBIZ EXCLUSIVE: The buzz is building as Trenton prepares for pro hockey's comeback, with season ticket deposits surging and fan input driving a team-naming contest. https://njbiz.com/trenton-pro-hockey-return-2026-echl/

NJBIZ exclusive: Buzz builds as pro hockey returns to Trenton - NJBIZ

Excitement grows as Trenton prepares for pro hockey’s 2026 return. Season ticket deposits surge and fan input drives team naming contest.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 26d

👏👏 Meet the 2025 NJBIZ Forty Under 40 honorees – and Rising Stars! This awards program recognizes the leaders who are shaping New Jersey's economic future. https://njbiz.com/njbiz-2025-forty-under-40-rising-stars/

NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 27d

BREAKING NEWS: NJBIZ has exclusively learned the #NBA extended its lease in Secaucus for three more years – a major win for New Jersey. https://njbiz.com/nba-secaucus-lease-extension-2029/

NJBIZ exclusive: NBA extends Secaucus lease through 2029 - NJBIZ

The NBA has extended its Secaucus lease through 2029, keeping 600 jobs in NJ and reinforcing the state as a hub for sports and entertainment.

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