State Assemblyman Mike Inganamort, R-24, holds up the 21 state symbols, which now include Franklinite as the state mineral. From left are Phil Crabb, a former Sussex County freeholder, and state Sen. Parker Space, R-24. (Photos by Kathy Shwiff) Community credited with state mineral designation The community, especially local schoolchildren, deserve credit for winning passage of legislation making Franklinite the... Home 18 Jun 2024 | 05:47
Former state Sen. Steve Oroho, R-24, poses with his wife, Rita, on the day he became Senate Republican Leader. (Photo provided) Oroho most proud of helping businesses State Sen. Steve Oroho, R-24, retired early this year after serving 16 years in the New Jersey Senate. During his time as... Local News 17 Mar 2024 | 05:20
Maverick Brendli was recognized for his Eagle Scout accomplishments at the May 23 Vernon Township Council meeting. With Maverick, from left to right, are Councilman Brian Lynch, Councilwoman Natalie Buccieri, Council President Patrick Rizzuto, James Brendli, Maverick Brendli, April Brendli, Senator Steve Oroho, and Historical Society Trustee Rich Carson. ( Vernon Township Historical Society) Vernon Eagle Scout Maverick Brendli applauded for highlighting town’s scenic byway State Senator Steve Oroho attended the May 23 Vernon Township Council meeting to recognize Vernon Eagle Scout Maverick Brendli... Local News 17 Jun 2022 | 10:49
Byram Township municipal building (File photo by Vera Olinski) Byram council complains about state mismanagement and overreach The Byram Township Council expressed displeasure with the New Jersey state government at its Dec. 7 meeting, especially pension... Local News 14 Dec 2021 | 08:33
District 24 lawmakers blast Murphy's state aid cut Senator Steven Oroho and Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths (all R-24) reacted to news that Governor Murphy’s proposed... Columns 23 Mar 2020 | 11:19
Bill to strengthen labor law enforcement progresses Bipartisan legislation targeting illegal labor practices, sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho and Senator Troy Singleton, cleared... Business 10 Mar 2020 | 12:30
Vernon Township Council President Harry Shortway speaks with Mayor Howard Burrell and U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer while PAID chairman Martin O'Donnell talks to Assemblyman Hal Wirths. ( PHOTO: MIKE ZUMMO) Officials look to cleanup of Wallace property With the dumping stopped at 3 Silver Spruce Drive, officials have turned their attention to cleaning up what they call the... Local News 20 Feb 2020 | 05:06
Oroho: Governor’s energy master plan creates more uncertainty for business, families Senator Steven Oroho said a new executive order signed by Governor Phil Murphy in conjunction with the release of his new... Columns 18 Feb 2020 | 11:40
Workers to lose hundreds from paychecks this year to fund Murphy’s progressive agenda Senator Steve Oroho warned New Jersey workers that they should expect smaller paychecks in the New Year due to the governor’s... Columns 24 Jan 2020 | 01:05
Oroho bill targeting state's shortcomings approved Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho that would establish the New Jersey Economic and Fiscal Policy Review... Local News 16 Jan 2020 | 03:52
Horse boarding bill goes to governor Senator Steve Oroho’s legislation that would clarify horse boarding services are exempt from state sales tax passed the Senate... Business 16 Jan 2020 | 03:35
The moral hazard of sanctuary state policies The New York Times ran a disturbing story in 2017. The piece, “A Path to America, Marked by More and More Bodies,” highlighted... Columns 23 Dec 2019 | 02:46
Food hubs bill goes to governor With a unanimous vote in the Assembly, legislation, sponsored by Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths, establishing food... Local News 23 Dec 2019 | 02:14
Dirty Dirt bill passes committee The Assembly Appropriations Committee advanced a bill, sponsored Assemblymen Hal Wirths and Parker Space, to expand New Jersey’s... Local News 20 Dec 2019 | 05:29
Bill would make veterans eligible for special plates Honorably discharged veterans will be eligible for special license plates under a bill sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho and... Local News 06 Dec 2019 | 03:23