Program aims to fill growing demand for automotive technician jobs
The national Race to 2026 Program partners with local technical training schools to offer opportunities for students looking to get into the automotive industry.
Leah Mishkin is a multimedia journalist who received a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism at Emerson College. She completed her Masters in Criminal Justice from Boston University.
Leah was raised in New York City but holds dual citizenship from the United States and Belgium. She is fluent in French. Her passion is meeting new people and telling their stories.
Leah reported for News 12 Long Island for two years and most recently anchored for the channel in Connecticut. She was also a reporter for WBTW the CBS affiliate in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. And she worked as an Associate Producer and Website Producer for WCTV the CBS affiliate in Tallahassee, Florida.
Leah covered the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac. She has also extensively covered the ten-year anniversary of 9/11, a family whose son was killed as a result of PTSD from the Iraq war, and ongoing coverage of the Occupy Boston movement. She has done in-depth story coverage of the Middle East conflict, while studying at a Communication school in Israel.
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Peregrine falcons continue to nest on Union County Courthouse roof
For years, the Union County Courthouse has been a favorite place for female peregrine falcons to nest.
Child care workers fear effects of increase in minimum wage
The first round of minimum wage increases kicks in July 1. It's a victory for many workers in the state, but the child care industry fears the approaching deadline could force them to close their ...
Pallone holds roundtable to discuss federal infrastructure bill
Congressman Frank Pallone hosted a roundtable with community leaders Wednesday to discuss his Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s America Act -- a major federal infrastructure package.
Trenton celebrates comedian and television pioneer Ernie Kovacs
The Mayor of Trenton proclaimed Jan. 23, the comedian's birthday, Ernie Kovacs Day.
A positive forecast at the annual ‘State of the Shore’ event
The report looked at wave heights, water levels, and storm duration from September to April -- three key factors in beach erosion.
Grief support center expands to help Newark residents
The free, year-round grief support center groups children and young adults by age -- providing services to participants from 3 to 30 years old.
Culinary program alums share taste of home with Paterson
Marco Rivero and his wife Juana Rivas are graduates of Eva's Village culinary program. Now they are sharing Peruvian dishes with New Jerseyans by way of their new restaurant — Wasiyki.
Overdose survivors face challenges of brain injury
Dr. Brian Greenwald with the JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute says he’s seeing an increase of patients who survive an opioid overdose but suffer brain trauma because of a lack of oxygen to the ...
Women’s Health Symposium focuses on infant mortality among women of color
At the 4th Annual Women's Health Symposium, the discussions focused on the high infant mortality rate among women of color.
Assembly committee considers campus sexual assault bills
The Assembly Committee on Higher Education took a look at two bills aimed at preventing sexual assault on New Jersey college campuses.
New food and entertainment hub developing in Atlantic City
New businesses in the city's Orange Loop look forward to a successful summer season.
Why aren’t more eligible NJ seniors using federal food assistance?
Recently released data by the Food Research and Action Center shows that in 2015, only 48% of eligible New Jersey seniors participated in SNAP.
How immigration rules are creating barriers for NJ’s international students, faculty
New Jersey colleges and universities say international students and faculty face long waits and uncertainty in the current visa process.
Program brings disabled artists’ visions to life
The Matheny Arts Access Program provides the means for disabled artists to bring to fruition works of creativity that are limited by physical impediments.
