The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs announces that the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now accepting applications for the upcoming heating season, which runs from November 1, 2011 through April 30, 2012.

Disaster recovery officials continue to urge anyone affected by Hurricane Irene to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011, is the last day for residents to register to vote for the General Election in the Stage of New Jersey on November 8, 2011.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging residents to be alert for and report potential fraud during rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Irene.