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Help change the nation! With the Democratic National Committee Convention coming to Philadelphia this July, we bring NJ residents to the front lines!

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Happy New Year Garden State! To a brighter year and an exciting new decade.

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Celebrate New Jersey Now wishes you all a very merry Christmas! Stay warm and enjoy this day with your loved ones! Best wishes to all New Jersey residents this coming year.

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Safyre Schenectady tragically lost her entire family due to a fire in 2013. She lost her father, sister and two brothers. This year for Christmas she is asking for Christmas cards from around the world. To write her a letter and here her story visit, https://t.co/10Ak9GPXNw

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Want to check out the most spectacular Christmas light shows in #NewJersey? Check out this guide to all the best shows participating this year from The #Christmas Festival at #Morristown green to Holiday Lights Trolly Rides In #CapeMay.

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#NewJersey native, Rebekah is one of #Marvel’s new super hero’s. The Marvel's Hero Project is series that profiles youth making a difference. Rebekah identifies as transgender and has been an active member of the community. To learn more click here, https://t.co/YFxM0xsauu

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Greg Schiano has returned to his former job as head coach of @RFootball program, to the cheers of some fans and @GovMurphy. His appointment is not without controversy. Rutgers faculty union protested that his $32-million, 8 year contract, could have been better spent. 📸:nypost

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A $29 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will send nearly nine million residents on the path to improved health. The New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science, is spearheading the drive to convert clinical research into patient care. @RutgersU

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On December 9th, the Assembly Judiciary Committee passed a bill with a ruling of 4-2, that would allow undocumented individuals to obtain a standard drivers license, allowing them to drive. The bill will now move to the Senate to be heard on Thursday December 12th. #CelebrateNJ

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The @SHCCNJ with its 120,000 members celebrated its achievement as the largest, fastest growing state chamber at a Gala, December 7, at Hudson House in Jersey City. Honorees were Judge Jose Linare, Juan Gutierrez, Lilia Rios, and Katiria Soto.

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Get out your Santa suit for the annual #AsburyPark Santa Run that raises funds the nonprofit Lunch Break. The 5K begins and ends at the famous Stone Pony, December 7. You can also do your holiday shopping at the #HobokenHolidayMarket, Tuesday, December 17, on 92 River Street!

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#NewJersey is getting into the holiday spirit. #Morristown has its month-long Christmas Festival around its famous Green. The #Christmas Light Show & Village takes place December 6-8, at the Skylands Stadium in Augusta & Wildwood’s Family Holiday Celebration is December 6- 8!

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It’s Cyber Monday, and your favorite stores are offering great deals online! You may be housebound during this snow storm, but you don’t have to fall behind on your Christmas shopping. Surf the Internet, click, and save on your shopping. #CelebrateNJBiz
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The holiday season is in full swing & Asbury Park's famous Holiday Bazaar is now open! The handcraft & vintage holiday market opens at 11:00 a.m. every weekend until December 22nd at Convention Hall! For more info on vendors and sponsorship head to, https://t.co/JQpO07qkC2.

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Six former #JerseyCity mayors joined current Mayor Steve Fulop to encourage residents to participate in the 2020 census. The former met at City Hall to stress the importance of an accurate count.

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Celebrate New Jersey wishes you all a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. Enjoy this day with your loved ones!

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While Thanksgiving may be the most traditional of American holidays, it doesn’t mean you can add a little out-of-the-box twists to your holiday. Stop at the Howell Living History Farm November 30. For more information, visit https://t.co/UllI0aY6SK.
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#NewJersey may be setting a new record with the opening of the first state-run bank in a century. The state-owned bank is funded by taxpayers and invests millions in state deposits. These funds are funneled back to communities to spur economic growth!
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Don’t want to cook this holiday season? Check out these top rated restaurants open on Thanksgiving day. The list is brought to us by https://t.co/mAlBRCEOGa. The list highlights special deals, holiday hours, Thanksgiving menus and more!

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In DACA news, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments over the future of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program yesterday. Many justices have expressed their stance on the issue but an official vote wont be decided until Summer of 2020.

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#NewJersey homeowners living in a flood zone can breathe a temporarily sigh of relief. #FEMA, has postponed by one year, October 1, 2020, plans to modernize the system that assesses risks and determine insurance rates.
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