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February 2, 2024
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Groundhog Day 2024 results: Punxsutawney Phil, Lady Edwina, Staten Island Chuck and more
The results are in, with many groundhogs — and at least one hedgehog — making predictions on whether we will face a long winter or early spring.
By Len Melisurgo | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Health
Big spike in N.J. syphilis cases part of concerning national trend, CDC says
Syphilis cases have hit their highest levels since the 1950s amid nationwide increases in cases, the CDC says.
By Katie Kausch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Atlantic
Heroin dealer who ran drug operation from N.J. jail sentenced to 22 years
The 44-year-old Pleasantville man also sold heroin that later killed a man.
By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Business
Owners of troubled N.J. nursing home finally sell facility before they are forced to shut it down
State officials say the long-anticipated sale of Limecrest Subacute and Rehabilitation Center in Andover has finally closed.
By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Ted Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Entertainment
Weather
Did the groundhog see his shadow? Groundhog Day 2024 prediction from Punxsutawney Phil
Groundhog Day has finally arrived, and we have our prediction from the one and only Punxsutawney Phil.
By Sean Adams | sadams@pennlive.com
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Food And Dining
I tried Burger King’s candied bacon Whopper so you don’t have to. Here’s my review.
Burger King got sweeter — but did it get better? Here's my take on the new Whopper.
By Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com
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Valentine’s Day date ideas in N.J.: 15 special foodie experiences to try
Finally, some legitimately cool Valentine's Day date ideas!
By Stephanie Rizzolo | For NJ Advance Media
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Sports
Pro And College Sports
Red Sox bring back familiar face to get back into contention
The Red Sox are bringing back a former front office member.
By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Giants
Giants’ Saquon Barkley is coveted by AFC team with new coach, ex-QB says
The Giants running back could be headed out elsewhere if he's not franchised
By Manuel Gómez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Pro And College Sports
Yankees’ minor-league criticism ‘tad overblown,’ new rankings show
Baseball America has ranked all the farm systems in MLB.
By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
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Obituaries
Anton, Elizabeth Flower
Grandmother of 10, Board Member & Volunteer in Short Hills, 94 Elizabeth Flower Anton passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, at the age ..... CTA
Binder, Ralph John
Retired Union Firefighter, Church Deacon, Father & Grandfather Ralph John Binder age 88, of Union, NJ, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. ..... CTA
Ferrone, Carmen
Beloved Aunt, Longtime Dover Resident, 68 Carmen Ferrone, age 68, died on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Golden Hill Healthcare Center in Kingston, New ..... CTA
 
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