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April 12, 2023

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

Monmouth

Controversial cross-shaped pier at Jersey Shore opens to the public this weekend

The Methodist organization that funded the pier said it makes “no apologies” for the Christian symbolism of the new structure in Ocean Grove.

By Jackie Roman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pa. mom strangled sleeping 11-year-old to death before driving SUV into ocean in N.J., cops say

Ruth DiRienzo-Whitehead was charged with murder after she allegedly strangled her son to death with a belt and fled to the Jersey Shore.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

N.J. wildfire grows to more than 3,800 acres, but is 50% contained, officials say

Firefighters have made 'substantial progress' in controlling the massive blaze in Manchester and Lakehurst.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Weather

N.J. weather: Early taste of summer continues with record warm temperatures in reach

A dome of high pressure is making early April feel more like June in the New Jersey region.

By Len Melisurgo | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Live Entertainment

Bruce Springsteen in Newark, New Jersey: Where to buy last-minute tickets

Bruce Springsteen is making his last stop in the U.S. before heading to Europe. Here is how to get tickets.

By Nicole Iuzzolino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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All 14 roller coasters at Six Flags Great Adventure, ranked for 2023

Medusa is iconic, Nitro is legendary and Kinda Ka is a record-breaker. But which is best?

By Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com

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Hudson

JC actor is ‘Unlucky in Love’ for Easterseals Disability Film Challenge ‘23

This year Handler and a crew put together “Unlucky in Love,” a musical which filmed in Jersey City and co-stars Lachi, a singer and disability advocate who is legally blind, and features Imani Barbarin, a disability advocate with cerebral palsy.

By David Menzies | The Jersey Journal

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Sports

Pro And College Sports

When will Mets’ Justin Verlander make debut? | Buck Showalter gives injury update

New York Mets starter Justin Verlander began the season on the injured list.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Giants

Giants won’t see Saquon Barkley at off-season workouts until he signs franchise tender

Saquon Barkley does not plan to sign his franchise-tag offer from the Giants, according to a Newsday report.

By Bob Brookover | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Giants

NFL Draft prospect involved in fatal car crash

An NFL Draft prospect was involved in a fatal car crash over the weekend.

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Abadir, Sami A. M.

Devoted man of faith, beloved husband, father, grandfather Sami A. M. Abadir, 87, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus .....

Allen, Deacon James

Great-great-grandfather; service is on Thursday Deacon James Allen of Franklin Park was born on November 6, 1925, and passed away on March 31, 2023. .....

Beverley, Mark Alexander

Loving father, grandfather, son, brother, nephew, and uncle Mark Alexander Beverley made his heavenly transition home to be with the Lord on April 5, .....

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