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NEW BOOK, 'WE WERE STRANGERS ONCE, TOO' SHOWCASES MIGRANT VOICES, OFFERS RARE, FIRST-HAND INSIGHT INTO IMMIGRANT JOURNEY AND EXPERIENCE

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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"I'm inspired by the extraordinary Newark students who shared their stories of immigration with courage and vulnerability," shared Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ).

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  • "I'm inspired by the extraordinary Newark students who shared their stories of immigration with courage and vulnerability," shared Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ).
  • "Each journey reflects a conspiracy of love—loved ones and countless others seen and unseen propelling them towards a better future—and each journey speaks to the strength, beauty, and enduring promise of this great city."
  • "In 'We Were Strangers Once Too', the courageous voices of our students illuminate the pages with their tales of resilience and vulnerability.
  • "These young authors inspire us all to embrace diversity, celebrate difference, and recognize the beauty in every individual narrative."

Lyons & Associates, P.C. Attorneys Selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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SOMERVILLE, N.J., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Founder and Managing Partner Terry Lyons, Esq. is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a matrimonial attorney, holds a Master's in Social Work, and is Chair of the firm's Matrimonial and Family Law Practice. Terry has earned an outstanding reputation as a top-rated divorce lawyer and has been featured in over 250 national and international news and media outlets. She is a frequent guest lecturer, instructor, and an accomplished author, publishing numerous articles and the bestseller Sticks and Stones, Life Lessons from a Lawyer. Terry serves on the New Jersey Board of Continuing Legal Education, the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County, and the Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) and Legislative and Social Action (LASA) Committees. She has been named a "Top 10 Best Female Attorney" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and a "Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneurs." She has been selected to the Super Lawyers list each year since 2021.

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  • is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have been selected to the 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
  • She has been selected to the Super Lawyers list each year since 2021.
  • She has been selected to the Rising Stars list each year since 2019.
  • Mr. Marcy was selected to the Super Lawyers list from 2006 to 2009 and each year since 2017.

From Steve Dnistrian for NJ Senate: DOJ Report Renews Focus on How Murphy and Gopal Failed Veterans

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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It's painfully clear that leadership failures occurred across the board -- within the Murphy administration, in the state legislature and in the facilities themselves. People at all three levels need to be held accountable.

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  • But that can't happen until these questions are answered: Who is accountable for the deaths of more than 200 veterans?
  • It's painfully clear that leadership failures occurred across the board -- within the Murphy administration, in the state legislature and in the facilities themselves.
  • Instead, Covid-positive patients were sent directly into veterans' homes in Paramus and Menlo Park, where the virus would spread like wildfire and claim at least 200 veterans' lives.
  • Compounding the problem with the veterans' homes, Senator Vin Gopal, then chairman of the Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee, refused to investigate the state's failings.

Savvas Learning Company Named a 2023 New Jersey Top Workplace

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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PARAMUS, N.J., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company, a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, announced today that for the third year in a row it has been named a top workplace in New Jersey.

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  • PARAMUS, N.J., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company , a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, announced today that for the third year in a row it has been named a top workplace in New Jersey.
  • Headquartered in Paramus, New Jersey, Savvas was named to New Jersey's 2023 Top Workplaces list, published in partnership by NJ.com, The Star-Ledger, and Jersey's Best, and produced by Energage, an employee engagement technology company.
  • "Savvas is honored to be named a New Jersey Top Workplace as it underscores our commitment to fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace where employees feel engaged, appreciated, and fulfilled," said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company.
  • Organizations named as a 2023 New Jersey Top Workplace were selected based on anonymous survey responses from their employees on 15 aspects of workplace culture, such as appreciation, direction, values, and leadership.

Jennifer Murray of Stonebridge Joins Modera Wealth Management

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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WESTWOOD, N.J., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modera Wealth Management, LLC, a fee-only comprehensive financial planning firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Jennifer Murray, founder of Stonebridge Financial Advisors, LLC to its advisory team.

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  • WESTWOOD, N.J., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modera Wealth Management, LLC, a fee-only comprehensive financial planning firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Jennifer Murray, founder of Stonebridge Financial Advisors, LLC to its advisory team.
  • Jennifer Murray, Principal and Wealth Manager at Modera, previously Founder of Stonebridge Financial Advisors.
  • Modera provides fee-only, comprehensive wealth management for individuals, families, retirement plan sponsors and non-profit institutions.
  • Modera Wealth Management, LLC ("Modera") is an SEC registered investment adviser.

Stahl Criminal Defense Lawyers' Andrew Olesnycky Earns Best Lawyers® Listing for Criminal Defense: General Practice

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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And as Certified NJ Criminal Defense attorney, Olesnycky is among 1% of criminal defense lawyers who have been certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court.

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  • And as Certified NJ Criminal Defense attorney, Olesnycky is among 1% of criminal defense lawyers who have been certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court.
  • In addition to his criminal defense work, Mr. Olesnycky serves on the Criminal Justice Act Panel of Private Attorneys in the District of New Jersey.
  • Stahl Criminal Defense Lawyers have successfully defended hundreds of individuals targeted by investigations or formally accused of state and federal crimes.
  • Founded in 1997, the firm's criminal defense attorneys have more than 60 years of combined criminal law experience for both defense and prosecution.

Millennium Systems International Named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for 2022

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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In the survey, Millennium Systems International's employees celebrated the company's culture citing the following as the top driving attributes:

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  • In the survey, Millennium Systems International's employees celebrated the company's culture citing the following as the top driving attributes:
    "Being named a Top Workplace in New Jersey is an incredible achievement that further highlights our company's dedication to our employees and culture," says Sebastian Vos, CEO of Millennium Systems International.
  • 2022 has been a busy year for Millennium Systems International, with the company announcing in late 2021 the addition of Serent Capital to accelerate growth along with key additions to the executive ranks.
  • For more information on Millennium Systems International, including how to join our team, please visit https://www.millenniumsi.com/ .
  • Millennium Systems International is the leading business management software provider for the beauty and wellness industry, built on over three decades of insight, innovation, and disruption.

N.J. Cannabis Industry to Celebrate Business Excellence With 1st-Ever Awards Banquet

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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"For years, we've been documenting the progress the state has made in creating this new industry," said Enrique Lavin, publisher and editor of NJ Cannabis Insider.

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  • "For years, we've been documenting the progress the state has made in creating this new industry," said Enrique Lavin, publisher and editor of NJ Cannabis Insider.
  • "Now it's time to recognize and document the achievements made by individuals and companies in the space."
  • NJ Cannabis Insider is a weekly subscriber-based online trade journal and events group produced by NJ Advance Media, which also publishes NJ.com , The Star-Ledger and other affiliated papers.
  • Are you interested in the N.J. cannabis industry?

Savvas Learning Company Named a New Jersey Top Workplace for 2022

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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PARAMUS, N.J., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company, a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, announced today that for the second year in a row it has been named a top workplace in New Jersey.

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  • PARAMUS, N.J., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company , a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, announced today that for the second year in a row it has been named a top workplace in New Jersey.
  • Headquartered in Paramus, New Jersey, Savvas was named to New Jersey's 2022 Top Workplaces list, published in partnership by NJ.com, The Star-Ledger, and Jersey's Best, and produced by Energage, an employee engagement technology company.
  • Last month, Savvas earned the 2022 Top Workplaces USA award, which recognizes companies nationally for their strong workplace culture and its positive impact on business.
  • Organizations named as a 2022 New Jersey Top Workplace were selected based on anonymous survey responses from their employees on 15 aspects of workplace culture, such as appreciation, direction, values, and leadership.

N.J. Legal Weed Business Leaders to Speak, Network at Major Industry Event on March 16

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Friday, March 11, 2022
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CARTERET, N.J., March 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Jersey commission that governs cannabis is accepting applications for legal weed retailers next week, and the industry is readying itself for the market to open to adult consumers.

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  • CARTERET, N.J., March 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Jersey commission that governs cannabis is accepting applications for legal weed retailers next week, and the industry is readying itself for the market to open to adult consumers.
  • To help the business community harness that excitement, NJ Cannabis Insider, the state's only cannabis business trade journal and events group, is hosting the year's biggest cannabis business information forum and networking event on March 16.
  • Speakers include John Harmon, president of the African American Chamber of Commerce; Art Hance, Hance Construction; Chris Reid, Cova; Marissa Mastroianni, Cole Schotz PC; Ellie Siegel, Longview Strategic; and many more.
  • Are you interested in the N.J. cannabis industry?