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The basics: ABC and Meta are investing $115M in workforce development Program will train workers for data center construction projects Participants receive scholarships, support services and job offers Academy launches in Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio and Texas Mount Laurel-headquartered Associated Builders and Contractors is partnering with Meta Platforms on a $115 million initiative designed to train [...]

The basics: NJEDA approved $79M through the RETROFIT NJ program Funding supports 10 energy-efficiency, decarbonization initiatives Projects include solar, battery storage, building electrification More than $54M will benefit overburdened communities The New Jersey Economic Development Authority Board approved $79 million in grants for 10 large-scale building decarbonization and energy-efficiency projects across the state. The funding [...]

The basics: Philadelphia Fed reopens redesigned Money in Motion exhibit Exhibit features nearly 400 historic currency, coin artifacts Visitors can explore interactive displays on banking, monetary policy Free attraction located near Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia unveiled a redesigned version of its “Money in Motion” exhibit June 4. [...]

Freehold Raceway Mall is kicking off the summer with a wave of store openings, expansions and renovations. In a June 8 announcement, the Macerich-owned property touted the flurry of changes as part of an ongoing push to “meet the needs of its shoppers.” According to the Route 9 shopping mall, the following [...]

Upscale food hall chain Wonder is evolving its recently launched Indian comfort food concept to include a half dozen new items. Dabba is set to begin a phased rollout of the following dishes this month: Cauliflower tikka roll Tandoori chicken panini Tandoori paneer panini Tandoori cauliflower panini Chicken tikka pizza Paneer tikka pizza According to a Wonder spokesperson, [...]

This article is brought to you by Patrick Southern of SERHANT. Want a building featured? Contact hello@jerseydigs.com. A new boutique condominium development by Academy Capital is coming soon to 262–266 New York Avenue in Jersey City. Planned for 10 residences plus 1 live-work unit, this elevator building will offer a limited collection [...]

Jersey City has approved a plan to bring a 47-story tower to several properties on Lott Street that includes affordable housing and retail space. Image courtesy C3D Architecture. The high-rise development party in Jersey City’s Journal Square neighborhood is about to get a new entry as a tower that will preserve [...]

A New York-based nonprofit is expanding an initiative to help under-resourced small business owners in six additional regions, including South Jersey.  The Acceleration Project will offer the Economic Development & Growth for Entrepreneurs (EDGE) Program to 500 low- to moderate-income small business owners in South Jersey as well as Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and [...]

The basics: Business leaders generally support Sherrill’s early economic development agenda Samsung, ExxonMobil moves highlight competitive pressures facing NJ Site selection expert Boyd cites taxes, housing costs, regulations as key challenges Energy, permitting, business reforms remain critical to growth Four-plus months into Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s administration, business leaders have offered generally favorable reviews on her [...]

Insomnia Cookies is bringing its late-night treats to Jersey City. According to the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District, the Philly-born concept is taking space at 244 Bay St. The 180-plus year-old building is a former firehouse Wayne Development Co. is redeveloping into a mixed-use property with ground-level retail and two upper-story residential [...]