Walmart Cutting 271 Jobs in New Jersey As it Opens State for New Fulfillment Center in Pennsylvania

In a nod to tradition and community spirit, the first paw print has been placed at the Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School (CRS), marking the beginning of what promises to be a cherished annual event.

This initiative not only symbolizes the pride and unity of the CRS community but also sets a precedent for future celebrations.

Alongside the paw print, CRS plans to purchase a banner with the inspiring message, “Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat.” This banner is intended to remind all students and staff of their enduring connection to the CRS community, reinforcing a sense of belonging and pride.

The introduction of these traditions at CRS aims to strengthen community bonds and inspire current and future students.

In an intense matchup, the JLL 50/70 All Star Team secured a narrow 3-2 victory against Toms River East. The game showcased strong performances both on the mound and in the field, contributing to the team’s success.

Nathan Fellmann kicked off the game as the starting pitcher for JLL, delivering an impressive stint by allowing just one run and two hits over two innings while striking out three. Jake Urlton took over in relief, pitching for five innings. He surrendered one run and four hits, striking out seven and issuing four walks.

Behind the plate, Antonio Fiorilli played a crucial role, maintaining a solid defense throughout all seven innings. His efforts were pivotal in keeping the team organized and focused under pressure.

A key moment came in the top of the fourth inning when Chayse Santucci daringly stole home, tying the game at one. Later, in the fifth inning, pivotal RBIs from Will Bernstein and Jake Urlton gave JLL the lead they needed to secure the win.

The team also excelled in baserunning with a total of eight stolen bases and maintaining a flawless defensive performance with no errors committed throughout the game.

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JACKSON, NJ—This summer, Jackson residents can grab their lawn chairs and a cooler and bring them to Johnson Park to enjoy the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park.

The township is sponsoring a summer full of diverse music for all tastes. Whether you prefer Reggae, Latin, Rock, Country, or Folk, Jackson has a concert for you this summer. The concerts will start at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. on selected Wednesday nights at Johnson Memorial Park.

Next Wednesday night is Latin night at Johnson Park. Xol Azul, a five-piece Latin-themed band, will perform as part of the Latin Night festivities. This event promises a lively evening filled with engaging Latin rhythms.

Each concert will also feature a lineup of food trucks.

Here is the summer schedule:

June 19: Latin Night – Xol Azul Band

July 3: Variety Night – Shore Syde Band

July 17: School of Rock

August 8: Country Music Night

August 21: Folk Night – Williams Boy

TRENTON, NJ – A new legislative measure in New Jersey aims to support homeless students by mandating state coverage of certain transportation costs. The bill specifies that the state is responsible for any transportation expenses exceeding the average per-pupil cost in the student’s district of residence.

Under existing regulations, the district where a homeless child is officially registered must fund transportation to and from school, even if the child temporarily resides in another district. This new bill extends state financial support to cover costs that surpass the district’s average transportation expenditure per student.

Additionally, current legislation allows students displaced by acts of terrorism or natural disasters to stay in their original school districts for up to two years, provided they remain homeless. The responsibility for transportation in such cases falls to the district of the parent or guardian’s last residence. The introduced bill further requires the state to shoulder any transportation costs exceeding the average in that district.

This initiative is designed to alleviate financial pressures on local districts and support the educational stability of students facing homelessness.

TRENTON, NJ – New legislation has been passed in New Jersey expanding the state’s bias intimidation crimes to include the act of creating a false public alarm. Previously, the law covered offenses such as terroristic threats, assault, and murder, specifically targeting actions intended to intimidate based on race, religion, gender, and other protected characteristics.

The inclusion of false public alarms under N.J.S.2C:33-3 aims to address scenarios where such acts are used to stoke fear or hostility against particular groups. This adjustment follows the removal of a problematic provision that was struck down by the New Jersey Supreme Court in 2015 due to its vague nature and the issues it posed concerning due process.

In the legal framework of New Jersey, bias intimidation is considered a fourth-degree crime when linked to lesser offenses. However, it escalates to a degree higher than the most serious underlying crime committed, except when the primary offense is already a first-degree crime.

Penalties for committing bias intimidation can vary significantly. A fourth-degree offense may result in up to 18 months in prison and fines up to $10,000. In more severe cases, where the bias intimidation is classified as a first-degree crime, offenders face 10 to 20 years in prison and fines as high as $200,000.

Furthermore, under certain conditions, sentencing for a first-degree bias intimidation crime could lead to imprisonment for 15 to 30 years, deviating from standard penalties to emphasize the severity of the crime.

GREENCASTLE, PA—Walmart has announced plans to open a new 1.5 million-square-foot fulfillment center in Greencastle, PA, designed with advanced ergonomics to enhance employee comfort. This development comes as the retail giant prepares to close an existing center in Pedricktown, NJ, in June.

The new site is several hours away from the New Jersey location and according to a New Jersey WARN notice, 271 employees will be losing their jobs in New Jersey.

The new facility in Pennsylvania will require about 1,000 workers, though the company currently faces a shortfall in meeting this staffing requirement. To encourage relocation, Walmart is offering employees from the New Jersey center a $7,500 bonus along with covered relocation expenses.

At the Greencastle location, employees will benefit from ergonomically designed workstations, reducing the need for physical exertion by having products come to the workers. This innovative system contrasts sharply with the old center, where workers reportedly walked up to nine miles per shift.

The facility will incorporate robotics and machine learning to boost order fulfillment speed and efficiency, which Walmart claims will help keep consumer prices low.