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Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Somerville

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NJDEP Closes Pinelands Sections Amid Severe Flooding Crisis

Heavy rains have swamped New Jersey's ecologically vital Pinelands Preserve, prompting the Department of Environmental Protection to issue urgent flood warnings and shutter key areas. Protected wetlands face imminent threats, underscoring the state's vulnerability to intensifying climate-driven deluges. Closures aim to safeguard this unique ecosystem spanning seven southern counties.

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Murphy Signs $50M EV Rebate Bill for NJ Transit, School Buses

Governor Phil Murphy has signed landmark legislation injecting $50 million in rebates to electrify public transit and school buses across New Jersey, targeting diesel emissions in urban hubs like Newark and Camden. The move accelerates the state's zero-emission goals, shielding schoolchildren from soot while expanding charging networks. Local districts stand to gain up to $350,000 per bus amid rising EV costs.

Saturday, May 2, 2026

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