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November 20, 2023

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Get rid of basic skills tests for N.J. teachers, union urges Gov. Murphy

One former state teacher of the year has called the basic skills tests “painful and laborious,” and irrelevant to the classroom.

By Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Failed N.J. offshore wind farm leaves unfinished construction and uncertain clean energy future

Now, the Jersey Shore may not see offshore wind turbines fully up-and-running until 2028.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Guilt over PTO isn’t just generational. For kids of immigrants, it’s complicated. | Calavia-Robertson

Growing up I rarely saw my Latino parents take days off from work. Now, I struggle with feelings of guilt whenever I do.

By Daysi Calavia-Robertson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Woman, 77, struck and killed by SUV while walking to bus stop in Bridgewater

The woman was hit on Route 28 in Bridgewater on Sunday morning.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Is Taylor Swift going to Chiefs game on Monday Night Football against Eagles?

The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Philadelphia Eagles on "Monday Night Football."

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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These new edible weed caramels are perfect for sharing this holiday season. My review

I tried the melt-in-your-mouth Encore cannabis caramels, available in N.J. just in time for the holidays. Here's what you should know.

By Gabby Warren | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Santa Claus photo season starts early at N.J. malls. See schedule of events, pet times, how to book.

New Jersey malls have planned multiple events for Santa photos including pet photo sessions, sensory-friendly times and concert.

By Linda O’Brien | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Ex-Jets coach to Sauce Gardner: Suck it up! Better corners get beat on plays

Jets All-Pro tweeted criticism of team before deleting post

By Manuel Gómez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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What the experts are saying about Rutgers’ bowl destination with 1 game remaining

You can call it a consensus.

By Patrick Lanni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

High School Sports

Final group-by-group girls soccer season stat leaders for 2023 season

Check out the group-by-group playmakers who led the state in goals, assists and saves in 2023.

By Brandon Gould | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Brewster, Margery

Margery Brewster, 93, of Westfield, NJ, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 16th. Marge was born in East Orange, NJ, to Marion .....

Lubetkin, Rebecca L.

Early champion for girls' equity Rebecca L. Lubetkin, who revolutionized education to eliminate bias based on gender, race, and national origin, died on November .....

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