Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
NJEDA board approves up to $400M in Aspire tax credits to MMC
Project relocates Monmouth Medical Center from Long Branch to Tinton Falls
New eight-story hospital will include 252 acute care beds
Construction expected to begin in March, last about 84 months
RWJBarnabas Health‘s Monmouth Medical Center relocation project took another major step [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 8:24:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill nominates Raynard as New Jersey health commissioner
Susan Ochs selected to lead the Department of Banking and Insurance
Appointees bring extensive public- and private-sector experience
Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill announced her latest cabinet picks Jan. 15.
The incoming governor tapped Raynard Washington to serve as New Jersey’s next commissioner of the [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 8:16:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
Rutgers-Eagleton poll shows New Jersey residents give Murphy C average grade
Lowest marks on affordability and taxes, both in the D+ range
Murphy exits with steady approval, favorability ratings
Gov. Phil Murphy’s time in office is rapidly coming to a close, and a new poll out Jan. 15 from Rutgers-Eagleton reveals the [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 8:11:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen is readying its newest outpost in New Jersey.
Located at 353 Springfield Ave. in Summit, the fast-casual Mexican concept is scheduled to begin welcoming customers Jan. 16.
Founded a decade ago in New Brunswick by four Rutgers alumni, the eatery serves tacos, burritos and other Mexican items prepared [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 8:00:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of an ongoing turnaround effort, Red Robin is reducing its footprint in New Jersey.
After closing its Rockaway location in November 2025, the Colorado-based casual dining chain expects to shutter its Clifton outpost by Jan. 25, according to a media representative.
Founded in 1969, the brand is known for its [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 7:57:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
NJDOE files Order to Show Cause, first step toward full state intervention
Move follows appellate ruling citing constitutional violations
State superintendent to assume control for up to three years
Action comes days before Gov. Murphy leaves office
As the Murphy administration nears its conclusion, the New Jersey Department of Education has initiated a [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 6:12:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: Jersey City – Jersey Digs
The 336-unit The Devan has nabbed a financing deal just about a year after launching lease operations. Image courtesy BlueGate Partners.
A recently completed residential complex along the Hoboken and Jersey City border has a permanent deal in place as the neighborhood around it continues to grow.
BlueGate Partners has announced a [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 4:05:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
NJEDA, Rowan University partner to support AACCNJ Transformation Center
26,800-square-foot business incubator planned in downtown Trenton
NJEDA commits $1.5M to Rowan for planning and implementation
Center will provide mentorship, workforce development, technical support
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority and Rowan University have joined forces to support the African American Chamber of Commerce [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 3:45:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
16 Superior Court judges confirmed, leaving 11 vacancies statewide
17 of 21 counties now have zero judicial vacancies
Judicial appointments under Murphy reach 458, over half initially appointed by him
Reduction in vacancies improves trial scheduling, court operations statewide
New Jersey continues to chip away at a shortage of Superior Court judges that [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 12:52:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
Tropical Cheese acquires Rockaway-based Cibao Meat Products
Acquisition adds meat products to Tropical Cheese’s Hispanic foods portfolio
Strengthens Meats Division, expands distribution across the US
Both family-built companies bring legacy brands like Campesino and Induveca
Tropical Cheese is adding some more meat to its market-leading portfolio of Hispanic foods.
The Perth Amboy-based company announced [...]

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 12:28:00 AM, Continue reading at the source