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May 17, 2023

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A.C. Expressway takes the first step to ending cash toll collection in N.J.

A contract was approved to install equipment to make the Atlantic City Expressway the first N.J. toll highway to end cash toll collection.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

Prince Harry, Meghan involved in ‘near catastrophic’ 2-hour car chase in N.Y.

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were followed for more than two hours by a half-dozen vehicles with blacked out windows

By The Associated Press

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Camden

Shooter who killed man trying to leave following argument pleads guilty

Angel Torres, 33, of Glassboro faces up to 20 years in prison for the 2021 shooting in Camden.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Business

Diner-style eatery announces plans for 4th N.J. spot

The eatery features a diner-style menu including omelettes, pancakes, waffles, sandwiches, burgers and more

By Christopher Burch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Hudson

Some fresh faces performing and one farewell as Pushing Up the Daisies returns for its 12th year

The 12th annual Pushing Up the Daisies benefit returns to the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

By David Mosca | The Jersey Journal

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Entertainment

Vince Vaughn spotted in N.J. city eating pizza, posing with fans

Even movie stars need a good Jersey slice!

By Lauren Musni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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I’ve lived in N.J. for 1 year. Here’s what still surprises me every day.

After a full year, I am crazy about the wonderful Garden State. But I'm still shocked all the time!

By Karim Shamsi-Basha | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

Yankees

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner explains what it would take to fire Aaron Boone

The Yankees, off to a rocky start, are near the bottom of the AL East standings

By Kevin Manahan | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

Former Mets catcher could be looking for a new job…again

The former New York Mets catcher has exercised his opt-out clause.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

Mets’ Justin Verlander responds to getting booed off mound: ‘I understand’

New York Mets starter Justin Verlander gave up six runs over five innings in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Abate, Dr. Mario Anthony

Cultural aficionado, 81, was an avid and accomplished gardener, furniture maker, and world traveler; 'true Renaissance man' Mario Anthony Abate, age 81, passed away ........

Abati, Paul

Councilman in Piscataway, Business Administrator for both Piscataway and Middlesex County Paul Abati, a lifelong resident of Piscataway, passed away on Saturday, May 13, ...

Albanese, Catherine Theresa

Teacher in Belleville, loving mother, proud grandmother Catherine Theresa Albanese, 88, of Saddle Brook passed away on Friday May 12th, 2023. Born in Newark, .....

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