Guest Column
By EDDIE DONNELLY
July 24, 2025
On Wednesday, Governor Phil Murphy put his signature on the “Bill Ricci Eligibility Extension.” Thanks to this new law, even more New Jersey first responders, including members of the NJFMBA, will be granted the opportunity to receive accidental disability retirement allowance for participation in ...
Just across the harbor from the Statue of Liberty and a short light rail ride from downtown Jersey City, Bayonne stands as an enduring paradox: a city that is physically close to the heart of one of the most progressive regions in America, yet socially, remains mired in deep-rooted prejudice. Last ...
Gas-fired power plants. Warehouses. Office complexes. Industrial developments. What do these projects have in common? They don’t just shape our environment; they shape our health, our neighborhoods, and our futures. And yet, too often, communities don’t know they’re happening until it’s too late.
In our fast-paced, interconnected world, it's easy to overlook the silent giant that keeps America moving: maritime transportation. Here in the New York and New Jersey region, home to the East Coast’s busiest port, we see firsthand the unmatched scale and complexity of the infrastructure that ...
In 2020, following the tragic death of George Floyd and subsequent nationwide protests, a group of minority coaches came together through Zoom meetings to address concerns of discrimination in New Jersey sports. We discussed challenges such as biased officiating, limited job opportunities in ...
America is a kaleidoscope of incredible cities and states, each with its unique flavor and identity. The beauty and dry heat of Arizona, along with the magnificent Grand Canyon; beignets and coffee on a humid morning in New Orleans; the breathtaking Big Sky landscape of Montana; the hearty dairy ...
It’s pretty ironic when you think about it - The United States of America, land of the free, home of the brave, is lagging far behind in one major way: a female President. The recent election in 2024, which marked the second time in 8 years that a major-party female candidate – Kamala Harris – fell ...
As we reflect on the outcome of the recent presidential election, our nation stands at a pivotal moment. While elections can sometimes magnify our differences, they also highlight our shared values and collective goals. Now, more than ever, we must move forward together, united in purpose and ...
New Jersey, long hailed as the “Medicine Chest of the World,” boasts a thriving life sciences community and is a beacon of global medical innovation. It's a source of pride that the treatments and cures saving lives worldwide are being discovered here in our state.But often overlooked is that the ...