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Bus driver shortage has schools changing schedules, putting teachers behind the wheel

A nationwide school bus driver shortage is forcing N.J. school districts to change opening and dismissal times and putting teachers and coaches with licenses behind the wheel.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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16-year-old Jersey Shore lifeguard in critical condition after boat capsizes in rough surf

The lifeguard was paddling the boat off Philadelphia Avenue in the city of Cape May when the vessel capsized about 11 a.m., officials said.

By Anthony G. Attrino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Coronavirus

N.J. reports 9 COVID deaths, 2,407 cases (the most since April) as Murphy to announce N.J. teachers must be vaccinated

It’s the highest number of new cases since April 24 when the state reported 2,465 positive tests.

By Matt Arco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Health

J&J CEO to step down, company veteran to lead in 2022

Gorsky, 61, has served as chairman and CEO since 2012

By The Associated Press

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The greatest thing about every single Jersey Shore town

The final part of our epic series visits Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth and Ocean counties

By Peter Genovese | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J.’s Coi Leray has only just begun her superstar moment

The blazing rapper, singer and Hackensack native plays Summer Jam Sunday at MetLife Stadium

By Bobby Olivier | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Entertainment

Mike Richards resigns: Who else has been a ‘Jeopardy!’ guest host?

Jeopardy! executive producer Mike Richards will no longer be the permanent replacement for Alex Trebek due to derogatory comments in the past.

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Yankees

MLB insider: Yankees’ Brian Cashman had change in mindset before trade deadline

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman traded for five players before the July 30 deadline, including sluggers Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Rutgers impressed top-flight 4-star Florida WR Hykeem Williams during July visit

The Scarlet Knights have some strong recruiting leads for the class of 2023, one of which leads to Stranahan high school in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

By Todderick Hunt | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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As Giants try to become playoff contender again, can they mimic Browns’ successful rebuild? Here’s what it’ll take

The Cleveland Browns finally got over the hump last season and made the playoffs.

By Darryl Slater | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Allen Jr., George E.

George E. Allen Jr. WWII veteran, AT&T retiree, 'tinkerer, builder, craftsman,' 98 George E. Allen, Jr., 98, formerly of Bloomsbury, NJ, passed away August .....

Berensmann, Madelyn Joan

Madelyn Joan Berensmann Beloved sister and aunt; worked as therapist for many years Madelyn Joan Berensmann, age 79, passed away on July 21, 2021. .....

Bersch, Christopher Eugene

Christopher Eugene Bersch Volunteer fireman and EMT in Bound Brook, Hillsborough Christopher Eugene Bersch, 82, died early on Sunday July 18th, at home from .....

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