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June 11, 2021

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Abuse plagued N.J.’s women’s facility for years. How will state protect prisoners moving forward?

Gov. Phil Murphy announced this week his decision to eventually close Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women.

By Joe Atmonavage | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Coronavirus

The pandemic might be waning. But these N.J. residents aren’t taking off their masks.

The virus is on the run. Restrictions have been lifted. But many, still wary, have decided to keep their faces covered.

By Spencer Kent | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Burlington

4 teenagers asleep in N.J. hotel touched inappropriately after stranger enters room, cops say

Two 17-year-old and two 18-year-olds were part of a group from Utah en route to New York City, according to police.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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6.8 tons of illegal drug Khat worth $3.8M seized at Port Newark, feds say

Khat is a green leafy plant that is chewed for stimulant effect.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

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Pride parade marches through South Jersey town for the first time (PHOTOS)

Spectators lined Haddon Avenue in support of the LGBTQIA+ community.

By Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Opinion

The deafening rattle of the cicadas in Princeton - and Beijing | Opinion

Brood X is exiting the world stage in the most flamboyant way. Instead of waiting for an ordinary death, they wake up the Earth with their raucous mating song.

By Star-Ledger Guest Columnist

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Shopping Tips And Deals

Father’s Day 2021 ideas, subscription boxes and gifts for under $100

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20, and there is still time to purchase a gift. Here are some ideas.

By Nicolette Accardi | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

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4 Yankees under-the-radar pitching prospects turning heads | Braden Bristo, more

Here are four New York Yankees pitching prospects who are opening eyes while under the radar.

By Brendan Kuty | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Jets

Jets need veteran backup QB for Zach Wilson. Will it be ex-Eagles Super Bowl hero Nick Foles?

Will the New York Jets land former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles before training camp opens?

By Darryl Slater | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

East Carolina vs. Vanderbilt Game 1 FREE LIVE STREAM (6/11/21): Watch NCAA baseball super regional online | Time, TV, channel

Vanderbilt faces East Carolina in Game 1 of the Nashville Super Regional at Hawkins Field in Nashville, Tennessee, on Friday, June 11, 2021 (6/11/21).

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Barden, Jefferson

Jefferson Barden Jefferson Barden of Newark, born on March 25, 1932, passed away on June 6, 2021. Service is at 10 a.m. Saturday, June .....

D'Aries, Gary

Gary D'Aries Business co-founder, sports enthusiast, active member of the community, beloved husband and loving father Gary D'Aries, 69, of Brookside, NJ, passed away ......

Freda, Louis Allen

Louis Allen Freda Retired Army Reserve major, educator & administrator Louis A. Freda, 84, of North Caldwell, N.J., passed away on Wednesday, June 9, .....

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