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May 20, 2020

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

CORONAVIRUS

5,368 dead and counting: An investigation of state failures as crisis rampaged through N.J. nursing homes

Facing the biggest public health crisis in more than a century, New Jersey failed to slow the rampage as the virus preyed on the state’s most vulnerable residents.

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Ted Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

CORONAVIRUS

Senior prom was canceled? We want to hear your story.

NJ Advance Media is looking for New Jersey high school students willing to talk about losing an opportunity to experience a traditional rite of passage.

By Evan Slavit | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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CORONAVIRUS

Six Flags Safari drive-thru to open May 30. Here’s what to know.

Online reservations are now open for the anticipated return of a unique New Jersey experience.

By Michael Sol Warren | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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CORONAVIRUS

Should I wear a mask while jogging? One expert weighs in.

Turns out there are some pros and cons.

By Nestor F. Sebastian | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

CORONAVIRUS

N.J. balloon festival rescheduled to October because of the coronavirus

The 38th annual New Jersey balloon festival has been pushed from August to October because of the coronavirus pandemic.

By Caroline Fassett | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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MONMOUTH

This Raritan Bay waterfront was named one of America’s top 5 restored beaches

Keansburg's post-Hurricane Sandy beach replenishment and dune project protects the borough, provides recreation and looks good, too, according to the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

By Steve Strunsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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SHOPPING TIPS AND DEALS

Coronavirus face masks: Where to get patriotic face masks for Memorial Day and Independence Day

Help flatten the coronavirus curve and show some American pride at the same time.

By Nicolette Accardi | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

ESPN renews ‘Peyton’s Places’ for second season | How to watch Peyton Manning’s NFL docuseries

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

An empty Big House because of the coronavirus? Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh is OK with that

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

NFL rumors: Ex-Jets LB Jonathan Vilma leaving ESPN?

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Today's Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition Obituaries

Ambrose, Mary V. "Doll Doll"

Mary 'Doll Doll' Ambrose Mary V. "Doll Doll" Ambrose, 95, a lifelong resident of Newark, N.J., passed away Sunday, May 17, 2020. Mary is .....

Campbell, Jeffrey A.

Jeffrey A. Campbell Elizabeth resident, 49 Jeffrey A. Campbell, 49, of Elizabeth, N.J., departed this life on May 12, 2020. A memorial celebration will .....

Cary, Elvira "Vera"

Elvira 'Vera' Cary Elvira "Vera" Cary, prior resident of the Oranges of N.J., passed away in her home in Durham, N.C., on Monday, May .....

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