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THE GARDEN EDIT / STATEWIDE

Across New Jersey.

Original articles and explainers for readers in every town edition.

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Weather & coast

Nor’easter leaves steep beach cuts from Manasquan to Brigantine as towns assess losses

Four days of surf stripped sand from several shore communities. Recently widened beaches helped protect some southern towns, officials say.

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Health & finances

Final medical debt relief round clears $90 million for nearly 20,000 N.J. residents

State health officials say notices are arriving by mail and recipients need not apply; the funding for this program is exhausted.

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Energy

Balcony solar law opens a path for N.J. renters, with rules taking effect in March

Qualifying plug-in systems of up to 1,200 watts gain a simpler route under a law signed September 1; notice and safety limits still apply.

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Environment

New Jersey seeks $1.07 million penalty over generators at Vineland data center

DEP says 62 natural-gas generators operated without required air permits; the company disputes the state’s determination.

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Weather & safety

Nor’easter prompted emergency declaration in eight N.J. counties as coastal risks linger

New Jersey activated a coordinated emergency response for the storm; residents should check current local flood and travel alerts.

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Transportation

Five weeks of rail changes ahead as Portal North Bridge reaches its final track transfer

Most NJ TRANSIT rail lines will use adjusted schedules starting October 11 as crews move the final track to the new bridge.

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Infrastructure

A renewed ferry gateway at Liberty State Park is built for visitors and emergencies

A $51.1 million terminal upgrade in Jersey City adds ferry capacity while restoring a key waterfront access point.