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Newark And Other NJ Cities Should Control Own Schools Says Lawmaker

Kevin McArdle — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 20:24:41 +0000

Schools in Newark, Paterson and Jersey City are being controlled by the New Jersey Department of Education. State Senator Ron Rice thinks it’s time the cities get to run their own school districts.

Enough Already – NJ Legislators to Extend Condolences to Whitney Houston's Family

Ray Rossi — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:54:35 +0000

According to a report filed by our statehouse reporter Kevin McArdle,

New Jersey is mired in yet another budget battle as Governor Christie and leaders in the Democrat-controlled legislature try to strike a deal before the constitutional deadline.

Meanwhile, the Senate State Government, Wagering and Tourism Committee will convene and one measu

Payne, Jr. Leads 10th Congressional District Fundraising Battle

Townsquare News Network — Sat, 26 May 2012 12:56:04 +0000

The son of the late U.S. Rep. Donald Payne has outraised and outspent his opponents in the race for the Democratic nomination in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District.

NJ Senator, Newark Councilman to Run for Congress

Townsquare News Network — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:47:36 +0000

A Democratic state senator from Montclair intends to run for Congress in the 10th District, joining Newark City Councilman Ron C. Rice, whose campaign told The Associated Press Friday that he will formally announce his candidacy next week.