New Jersey may become the fourth state in the nation to outlaw a short-term pet ownership, or pet leases, which advocates say are deceptive to owners and unfair to animals. Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney has called pet leases predatory and deceitful, saying they aim to tug on the emotional heartstrings of pet owners to set […]
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TIP: 10 Things You Can Do to Avoid Fraud
Crooks use clever schemes to defraud millions of people every year. They often combine new technology with old tricks to get people to send money or give out personal information. Here are some practical tips to help you stay a step ahead. Spot imposters. Scammers often pretend to be someone you trust, like a government official, a family […]
TIP: Cold Weather Reminders
The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management has provided these tips to keep in mind in the cold and during severe weather events: Be prepared! Visit ready.nj.gov for information on how to prepare for: home, work, and your vehicle. Have an emergency kit/go-bag for all three locations. Pets are family too! Remember to include them in your […]
TIP: Keep Electronics Warm In the Winter
Most people are aware of hot weather being a danger to consumer electronics, but they don’t realize that the colder times of year can be just as difficult to our electronic helpers. To make sure that your devices survive the cold this winter, here are some tips to keep them safe when the weather gets […]
PRESS RELEASE: Governor approves Rooney bill expanding the pool of certified nurse aides
TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill Thursday sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney allowing prior work experience to be considered for out-of-state certified nurse aides who want to work in New Jersey. “The shortage of critical front-line caregivers is a major underlying factor for patient care throughout the state,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “Now […]
TIP: Driving in below freezing temperatures
Here are a few tips from Car Care Council to help keep your car in tact during the winter weather: 1) Keep the gas tank at least half full; this decreases the chance of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing. 2) Check the tire pressure, including the spare, as tires can lose […]
SCAM ALERT: American Express ‘Primary Cardmember Message’ Phishing
According to this email, which purports to be from credit card provider American Express, errors were encountered during a recent security analysis. The email, which has the subject line, “A concern that requires your action”, and is addressed to the “Primary Cardmember” claims that you need to confirm your account information by opening an attached file. However, […]
PRESS RELEASE: Republicans blast Democrats for soaking residents with ‘rain tax’
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jerseyans are inundated with taxes, some of which are among the highest in the country, and now they could be taxed based on how much it rains. Republicans blasted Democrats for considering the proposal at an Assembly session Thursday. Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips was strongly opposed to raising taxes on people based on […]
WATCH: Rooney laments Democrats negating minimum wage by raising taxes
PRESS RELEASE: New Jersey takes first step to continue Wyckoff soccer star’s legacy
TRENTON, N.J. – Benjamin Landel inspired everyone during his nine-month battle with NUT midline carcinoma, an extremely rare and aggressive cancer. In his honor today, the state Assembly passed a joint resolution (AJR103) designating January of each year as NUT Carcinoma Awareness Month. The resolution is sponsored by Assemblymen Kevin J. Rooney and Christopher P. DePhillips. […]