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Ocean City BYOB Up For Vote [AUDIO]

Ocean City has been a dry town, by law, since 1984. That could change today.

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Christie Gets A "D" For Environmental Policy [AUDIO]

After more than two years in office, Governor Chris Christie received a pathetic report card from an environmental group that endorsed him in 2009.

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Peace Index Ranks NJ Area Near Top [AUDIO]

The annual United States Peace Index ranked New Jersey 28th out of 50 for “peacefulness,” defined in the survey as “absence of violence.”

Water Conservation Encouraged Across NJ [AUDIO]

Where are the April showers? A lack of significant rainfall has prompted the state Department of Environmental Protection to encourage residents across New Jersey to take steps to conserve water, both inside and outside the home.

Governor Christie's office has responded to more than 98 percent of the letters and emails received since January 2010. (Dino Flammia, Townsquare Media) Governor Christie's office has responded to more than 98 percent of the letters and emails received since January 2010. (Dino Flammia, Townsquare Media)

Governor’s Office Responds to Most E-mails and Letters [AUDIO/VIDEO]

If you’ve wanted to reach out to the Governor with a concern or for advice on a certain issue, but figured it would be a waste of time, think again. Governor Chris Christie shared some staggering numbers with a town hall crowd Thursday in Springfield.

Teens Getting Drunk on Hand Sanitizer [AUDIO]

If there’s alcohol in it, somebody’s going to drink it. That’s the warning from local health experts, as a growing number of teenagers across the country have been getting drunk by guzzling hand sanitizer.

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Tax Cut Plans – Which One Does the Public Like Most? [AUDIO]

A poll released by the New Jersey Association of REALTORS revealed that high property taxes remain the top concern for Garden State residents, yet when forced to choose among the dueling tax cut plans, most voters would choose Governor Chris Christie’s income tax cut proposal.

‘Death Race’ Investigation Leads to Trooper Suspensions [VIDEO]

Two members of the New Jersey State Police have been suspended without pay, and another has been transferred from his command post, as authorities investigate the unauthorized escort by state troopers of a group of sports cars down the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway.

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Tax Freedom Day for NJ Is May 1 [AUDIO]

It’s the middle of April, but you still haven’t earned enough to pay all of your tax obligations for 2012. On May 1, you will finally start earning money for yourself, not the government.

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New Car Prices Spike, Trend Expected to Continue [AUDIO]

New car prices have reached a record high, despite the struggling economy and a nationwide spike in gas prices. In fact, higher prices at the pump could be blamed for the “sticker shock.”

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Teens Continue to Text While Driving, Survey Says

According to a survey conducted for State Farm, just 43% of 16 and 17 year old drivers say they have never texted while driving. That is the same percentage as 2010.

NJ Veterans to Benefit With New Program [AUDIO]

Legislation signed into law Thursday by Acting Governor Kim Guadagno helps post-9/11 veterans find employment through an expedited teacher certification program.