State park jobs open across South Jersey’s most beloved natural spaces
For South Jersey residents looking ahead to summer, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is offering more than just seasonal work; it’s offering opportunity, stability and a chance to spend the season immersed in the region’s state parks. The DEP is...
Van Drew secures federal funding for HERO Campaign, NARTP and other key South Jersey projects
Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he successfully secured significant federal funding for key South Jersey projects through H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and the Interior and Environment Appropriations Act...
Congressman Van Drew Calls for Genuine Effort to Fix the ACA Tax Credits the Right Way
Congressman Van Drew shared the following statement after voting against H.Res. 780, which would irresponsibly extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years without any effort to stop the waste, fraud, and abuse in the system. “I...
Residents push back against proposed 200-unit townhouse development at Mays Landing Country Club
Residents of several neighborhoods surrounding the Mays Landing Country Club are raising concerns over a proposal that could transform a significant portion of the golf course into a townhouse development. Neighbors living off Cates Road and Volunteer Way in...
What to know as New Jersey’s minimum wage increases in 2026
As of Jan. 1, New Jersey’s minimum wage for most employees increased by 43 cents to $15.92 per hour. The increase took effect with the start of 2026 and reflects the state’s annual inflation adjustment, which is required by law. Each year, the New Jersey Department of...
