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C. Robert Sarcone, former senator and gubernatorial candidate, dies at 94

January 13, 2020 6:30 pm

Former State Sen. C. Robert Sarcone (R-Newark), the former Minority Leader of the New Jersey State Assembly and a candidate for the GOP nomination for Governor in 1977, died on January 12. He was 94. A talented trial lawyer and...

Giblin wants ‘bloodless fight’ in race between Currie, Jones

November 11, 2019 6:50 pmNovember 11, 2019 6:51 pm

A former Democratic State Chairman wants the fight for his old job between John Currie and LeRoy Jones, Jr. to end quickly and quietly — maybe without forcing Democrats to hold a vote. “It would be in the party’s best...

Labor Leader: John J. Giblin served as State Senator, Essex County Freeholder

September 2, 2019 1:05 amSeptember 2, 2019 1:06 am

John J. Giblin (1909-1975) was one of New Jersey’s most powerful labor leaders, serving as president of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 68, chairman of the national union, Essex County Freeholder and State Senator. Giblin was the patriarch...

Giblin, Timberlake win in 36th

June 4, 2019 8:01 pmJune 3, 2019 11:28 pm

The New Jersey Globe is calling the Democratic primary for State Assembly in the 34th district for incumbents Thomas Giblin (D-Montclair) and Britnee Timberlake (D-East Orange). They have defeated their primary opponent, Simone Jelks-Bandison. Giblin and Timberlake will face Republicans...

Key Essex Dems commit to backing Murphy’s millionaires tax

April 5, 2019 4:31 pmApril 5, 2019 6:36 pm

Gov. Phil Murphy appears to be gaining support for his proposed millionaire’s tax among the Essex County legislative delegation, according to four sources who attended a closed-door meeting for elected officials on Thursday. Two state senators – Richard Codey (D-Roseland)...