New Jersey: One of the Worst States for Job Hunting Without a Degree

A recent study has found that New Jersey is one of the worst states for job hunting without a college degree. The study, conducted by Stacker, looked at the number of entry-level jobs advertised for high school graduates as the maximum educational level required in the 300 most populated cities in the U.S. and the top five most populated cities and urban areas in each U.S. state. They then calculated the local ratio of high school graduates per available entry-level job to rank the most and least competitive cities and states for job hunters without college degrees.

The study found that New Jersey is one of the most competitive states for non-degree holders, with New York City and Jersey City being the worst cities for job hunting without a degree. The best city in New Jersey for people without a degree is Fort Lee.

First Choice Plumbing and Heating Provides Free HVAC System to Senior Citizen in Need

A 71-year-old woman named Penny received a free HVAC system and installation from First Choice Plumbing and Heating after her previous system broke down. The company’s service manager, Ryan, reached out after hearing Penny’s story on a radio show and offered the system and installation at no cost. The owner of First Choice, Ed, also paid Penny’s HOA fees for the rest of the year. Penny expressed her gratitude to the company and said that she was thrilled to have a new HVAC system.

Bear Sightings on the Rise in Ewing Township, New Jersey

Spring has arrived in Mercer County, New Jersey, and with it comes the increased activity of bears. Ewing Township has reported a bear sighting this morning in the area of Sussex Street and Somerset Street, prompting officials to issue a warning to residents. This is one of the first bear sightings of the season, and residents are urged to be cautious and report any sightings to the authorities.

New Jersey High Schools Shine in National Rankings

New Jersey’s high schools have once again proven their excellence by placing prominently in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. With 42 of the state’s public high schools landing in the top 5% nationally, New Jersey has secured its position among the nation’s academic leaders. This achievement marks an upward trend from recent years, with 37 and 29 New Jersey schools making the list in 2023 and 2022, respectively.

Spotted Lanternfly Invasion Looms for New Jersey in 2024

Millions of spotted lanternflies are expected to emerge in New Jersey in early May, following a decrease in sightings in the western part of the state in 2023. The invasive insect, native to Asia, has established populations in every county in New Jersey, with officials expecting the infestation to continue moving eastward. While eradication is not feasible, the state is focusing on managing the population through treatments at seaports and transportation corridors, as well as reimbursements for local treatment programs. Residents are encouraged to stomp out spotted lanternflies and scrape off egg masses, which can harbor 30-50 nymphs each.

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