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August 16, 2022

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

Business

Friendly’s closes another N.J. restaurant

The eatery is popular for its wide variety of ice cream offerings

By Christopher Burch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

News

Business

Here’s how to get $1K for taste testing Trader Joe’s fall foods

FinanceBuzz is offering $1,000 cash and $500 in Trader Joe's gift cards for people who agree to taste test the grocery chain's fall foods

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Ocean

Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle at busy intersection near Jersey Shore

The person was hit in Toms River at a busy intersection on Route 37 early Tuesday, according to police.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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A father’s pain and a relentless crisis. ‘Dopesick’ author chronicles a N.J. man’s tragedy in new book.

Ed Bisch, who lost his son to a drug overdose in 2001, helped inspire Beth Macy to write 'Dopesick' and her follow-up, 'Raising Lazarus.'

By Keith Sargeant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Pro And College Sports

‘Narco’ musicians want to perform Mets’ Edwin Diaz’s intro song live at Citi Field

When New York Mets Edwin Diaz steps out on the field to take the mound at Citi Field, "Narco" by Blasterjaxx and Timmy Trumpet blares through the speakers.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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A play was lost in the Holocaust. A N.J. playwright has revived it, bringing it to TV.

The absurdist comedy has a clear anti-Nazi message that survives the loss of its cast, audience and creator.

By Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Entertainment

Inside the iconic Holiday Snack Bar, a Jersey Shore restaurant like no other

The Long Beach Island legend has been serving generations of locals and vacationers for nearly three-quarters of a century

By Peter Genovese | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

Politics

Events like recent Saudi-backed LIV golf tournament at Trump’s club could soon be banned in N.J.

A pair of state lawmakers introduced a bill just weeks after President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course hosted a controversial event.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Giants

Giants to induct 7 in 2022 Ring of Honor class

The New York Giants announced Tuesday seven people would be inducted in the team's 2022 Ring of Honor class.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Rutgers Sports

Rutgers to debut Jersey Shore-themed boardwalk before football games

Fans can enjoy the boardwalk before the Scarlet Walk at Rutgers home games outside SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J.

By Patrick Lanni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Johnson, Dr. Delores Y.

Dr. Delores Y. Johnson transitioned from this life Fri. Aug. 12,2022 at her residence in Edison. Her viewing is Wednesday 6-8pm and Thursday 10-11am .....

Lynch, June Borneman

Loving mother and grandmother June Borneman Lynch passed away on Sunday, August 14, after a brief illness. June was surrounded by her family at .....

Moore, Regina E. (Jean)

Regina Elizabeth Moore (Jean), passed away peacefully at Brighton Gardens in Florham Park surrounded by her loving family. She was 86. Jean previously resided .....

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