What NJ lawmakers are doing to help businesses affected by I-80 sinkholes

What NJ lawmakers are doing to help businesses affected by I-80 sinkholes

WHARTON, N.J. (PIX11) -- Tensions are high in this part of Morris County, with the chokehold of sinkholes and subsequent Interstate closures in the area proven to be merciless. The sinkholes have upended the lives of many small business owners in Wharton, some of which are running out of runway to survive. More Local News "I have no income for my family," said Arledy Arroyade, owner of Colossal Mexican restaurant in Wharton. "This is my in…

Route 80 sinkhole closures crushing Wharton businesses as customers can't reach shops

The Route 80 sinkholes are crushing the Wharton business district as customers avoid the detoured highway traffic now flooding the downtown streets.

Lawmakers seek 'Road to Relief' for sinkhole-impacted businesses

Following the latest – and third – sinkhole on Interstate 80 that has caused the highway’s closure in both directions, Morris County lawmakers unveiled the “Road to Relief” bills. Republicans from the 25th District Senate GOP Leader Anthony Bucco and Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, who represent the affected area in Wharton, introduced the measures to support those impacted. The legislative package includes: Senate Bill 4369/Assembly Bill 5554 – “Road…