{"id":1922,"date":"2026-07-02T11:38:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T11:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corporate-movers-usa.com\/?p=1922"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:38:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T11:38:34","slug":"south-jerseys-budget-winners-and-losers-inquirer-south-jersey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corporate-movers-usa.com\/?p=1922","title":{"rendered":"South Jersey\u2019s budget winners and losers | Inquirer South Jersey"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Good morning, South Jersey. <\/p>\n

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Gov. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday signed the highest budget in state history at $60.7 billion. Some South Jersey entities will benefit, while others \u2014 including high-income seniors \u2014 are losing out. <\/p>\n

Read more \ud83c\udf2e Let\u2019s talk \u2018Walking Tacos\u2019 | Down the Shore<\/a><\/p>\n

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And three new spots are entering the local restaurant scene this month. <\/p>\n

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Plus, 31 people accused of running a drug ring in Camden County were arrested, and more news of the day.<\/p>\n

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\u2014 Taylor Allen (<\/i>southjersey@inquirer.com<\/i>)<\/i><\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udcb0 You win some, you lose some<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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The city of Camden<\/b> and the county will benefit from a $9 million influx for a county-run program to demolish dangerous or unstable properties in the city.<\/p>\n

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Rowan University ended up with $135 million \u2014 less than last year but more than the $125 million Gov. Sherrill originally proposed. In the end, it received enough money to reverse possible cuts. <\/p>\n

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And high-income seniors will lose their claim to the Stay NJ property tax program. Those who earn between $200,000 and $500,000 will no longer qualify. <\/p>\n

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The Inquirer\u2019s Aliya Schneider details more winners and losers of the state budget.<\/p>\n

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New month, new food options<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Three new restaurants are coming to South Jersey this month: <\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Banjara Indian Bistro is expected to open soon in Sicklerville<\/b> after it passes final inspections. Vaneet Chopra, whose family owns Cross Culture in Haddonfield<\/b>, is behind the eatery. <\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Home Team Tavern in Mount Ephraim <\/b>aims to be a neighborhood sports pub with a menu of pizzas, burgers, and other game-day essentials. <\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Thirsty Turtle Tavern in Barrington <\/b>opened this week at the former Chuck Lager, as noted in Monday\u2019s newsletter. The new spot has an updated dining room, an open kitchen, a sushi station, and more.<\/p>\n

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For more openings in the greater Philly area, reporter Michael Klein has the rundown. <\/p>\n

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What to know today<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Thirty-one people were arrested for running a drug ring of fentanyl and other illegal substances inside the Camden County Jail, authorities said Wednesday.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    The former township manager of Medford<\/b>, Daniel Hornickel, is suing to nullify his firing and get his job back. The lawsuit alleges that the township denied the former employee of due process.<\/p>\n

    Read more A year ago, Matt Turnbull was watching BKFC from the crowd. Now, he\u2019s ready to bring \u2018controlled chaos\u2019 into the ring.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    The Washington Township <\/b>school board once again rejected Superintendent Eric Hibbs\u2019 request for $27,000 in merit pay. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Due to the extreme heat, Burlington County is hosting an emergency fan distribution for eligible residents.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Goodwill opened a new medical equipment store this week in Woodbury Heights<\/b>. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    A new FringeArts musical, The Sound of America<\/i>, features a version of Benjamin Franklin as the country\u2019s first rock star. The musical soundtrack is in part influenced by Jersey son Bruce Springsteen. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f The best things to do this week<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Mount Laurel\u2019s Fourth of July Fireworks<\/b>: <\/b>Mount Laurel\u2019s Independence Day is also its First Responders Night. Free features include bounce houses, face painting, balloon animals, glitter tattoos, and sand art. There also will be a variety of food trucks. \u23f0 Thursday, July 2 \ud83d\udcb5 Pay-as-you-go \ud83d\udccd Laurel Acres Park, 1045 S. Church St., Mount Laurel<\/p>\n

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    Medford\u2019s Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Display<\/b>:<\/b> Enjoy various food and merchandise vendors, children\u2019s games, live music, and a professional fireworks show. \u23f0 Thursday, July 2, gates open at 6 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Pay-as-you-go \ud83d\udccd Freedom Park, 86 Union St., Medford<\/p>\n

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    Downtown Haddonfield\u2019s Borough Block Party & Drone Show<\/b>:<\/b> Peruse food trucks, inflatables, games, and community exhibits while listening to live entertainment. Get your face painted before finishing the evening with a drone show. \u23f0 Friday, July 3, 5-9 p.m. \ud83d\udcb5 Pay-as-you-go \ud83d\udccd Kings Highway from Haddon Avenue to the PATCO bridge<\/p>\n

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    Check out The Inquirer\u2019s full list of the Philly area\u2019s Fourth of July fireworks.<\/p>\n

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    See more general event listings in South Jersey here.<\/p>\n

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    \ud83e\udde0Trivia time <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Battleship New Jersey is 877 feet long and weighs how many tons? <\/p>\n

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    A) 36,000<\/p>\n

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    B) 38,600<\/p>\n

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    C) 45,000 <\/p>\n

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    D) 4<\/p>\n

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    Think you know? Check your answer. <\/p>\n

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    What we\u2019re… <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    \ud83c\udfc1 Watching:<\/b> NASCAR as South Jersey native Lavar Scott breaks barriers. <\/p>\n

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    \ud83e\udd6f Craving:<\/b> A bagel with cream cheese from Westmont<\/b> Bagels. <\/p>\n

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    \u274c Avoiding:<\/b> The heat (as much as possible) this week. <\/p>\n

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    Enjoy your holiday weekend. There won\u2019t be a newsletter tomorrow in observance of the Fourth of July, but I\u2019ll be back in your inbox Monday. See you then! \u2600\ufe0f<\/p>\n

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    Correction: Yesterday\u2019s newsletter noted the incorrect date for when the construction of the Ben Franklin Bridge began. The correct date is Jan. 6, 1922.<\/i><\/p>\n

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    By submitting your written, visual, and\/or audio contributions, you agree to The Inquirer\u2019s <\/i>Terms of Use<\/i>, including the grant of rights in Section 10.<\/i><\/p>\n

    Read more Goodwill opens new medical equipment store in South Jersey<\/a><\/p>\n

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