Fundraising is an important part of any nonprofit organization and, according to a Star-Ledger article posted on NJ.com, the North Jersey chapter of Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure surpassed their fundraising goal in 2011 by raising approximately $1.5 million to aid in the fight against breast cancer. Unfortunately, in 2012 the organization did not achieve their
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Falling Wooden Plank Kills NJ Construction Worker
According to a report posted on Ridgewood-GlenRockPatch.com, a 71-year-old construction worker died after succumbing to head injuries he suffered after a wood plank fell and struck him directly on the head at a construction site on Sunset Avenue in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The construction worker was a self-employed contractor from Sussex who was working on washing
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General Motors Recalls Chevrolet Cruze Vehicles Due to Fire Risk
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced the General Motors (GM) recall of 413,148 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles due to a defect in the engine and engine cooling system, which may cause dripping or spilled oil (such as after an oil change) to collect in the engine shield near the exhaust system or
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Fire and Shock Hazards Prompt Recall of Thomas Lighting Ceiling Mounted Light Fixtures
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of approximately 83,750 Thomas Lighting ceiling flush mount light fixtures due to an increased risk of fire and/or electric shock. The wire insulation of the fixture’s socket may degrade, exposing the charged wires, and causing electricity to pass to the fixture’s metal canopy. The company has received reports
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Lawrence Doctor Illegally Prescribing Painkillers, Medical License Suspended
According to an article posted on NJ.com, a cardiovascular specialist practicing at the Advanced Urgent Care in Lawrence, New Jersey has had his medical license suspended after admitting to prescribing painkillers to patients without the appropriate registration. Improperly dispensing controlled dangerous substances, such as narcotics, is in violation of the terms of a medical license. This
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