While the U.S. economy seems to be moving ahead moderately, New Jersey's economy is stuck in, "slow," according to the latest Rutgers economic forecast.
Rutgers' New Start Career Network, which serves New Jerseyans age 45 and older who have been jobless, but looking for work, for six-plus months, is partnering with a UK group to help these jobseekers cope with the emotional fallout of unemployment.
Q. I have to retire from my state job on Sept. 1, 2016 to get health benefits paid for life — an offer I can’t refuse. I’m 62 and will start collecting a small pension. Can I also collect unemployment? Dealing with cancer, I find myself in panic mode. Help!