BusinessRetail New Electronic Shopping Firms Created Jobs

New Electronic Shopping Firms Created Jobs

The retail industry supports over a quarter of U.S. jobs, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook, 18% of retail salespeople in 2023 were employed by firms that sold clothing, accessories, shoes and jewelry. How has this industry been faring? The 2022 Economic Census shows that the number of U.S. Clothing and Clothing Accessories retail firms…

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Business Circulate NJ Supporting State’s Logistics Industry

Circulate NJ Supporting State’s Logistics Industry

The logistics industry is vital to the economic strength of New Jersey. Despite its necessity, the industry frequently faces criticism and blame. Initial conversations among NAIOP New Jersey, David Greek of Greek Real Estate Partners, and leading members of the state’s logistics industry resulted in a new approach to defending and recognizing the logistics industry’s…

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BusinessWorkforce NJDOL Announces Statewide Apprenticeship Degree Initiative

NJDOL Announces Statewide Apprenticeship Degree Initiative

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has announced a $5 million investment to support a statewide Apprenticeship Degree Initiative through a memorandum of understanding with Thomas Edison State University (TESU).  This three-year initiative aims to develop college-credit pathways for registered apprenticeship programs, integrating workforce training with academic credentials such as an…

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HistoryTourism Morristown Marks 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour

Morristown Marks 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour

Weeklong Events Celebrate Revolutionary War Hero’s Legacy Morristown will play a key role this week in a national commemoration of General Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 Farewell Tour, hosting a series of public events, reenactments and tributes from July 8–14 to mark the bicentennial of his return visit to the United States and honor his legacy in the fight…

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Uncategorized Local Students Honored As 'Outstanding Jazz Musicians' By MPAC

Local Students Honored As ‘Outstanding Jazz Musicians’ By MPAC

The students were nominated by their music instructors based on “their commitment to and excellence in the performing arts.” MORRISTOWN, NJ — Several talented students were recently recognized as the Mayo Performing Arts Center’s (MPAC) Music Students of the Month for their extraordinary musical skill. Nine Morris County students were recognized as “Outstanding Jazz Musicians”…

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