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June 24, 2021

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Here’s what N.J.’s $46.4B budget could mean for you and your wallet

The state budget would provided expanded property tax relief, new tax deductions and $500 income tax rebates.

By Samantha Marcus | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Police lieutenant who claimed supervisors called him racial slurs settles lawsuit for $375K

Lt. Michael Geary of the Caldwell Police Department claimed in court papers he had to change his name from Michael Fung when he learned superiors were calling him racist slurs behind his back.

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

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Business

Pep Boys to close several N.J. stores, reports say

The automotive service chain is shifting several locations away from retail operations

By Christopher Burch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

Key evidence in notorious murder case was not withheld from killer, N.J. Supreme Court rules

In a 4-3 ruling, justices say Craig Szemple had long been aware of an incriminating letter and made almost no effort to uncover evidence that police interviewed his ex-wife.

By Ted Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Yankees

Ex-Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez’s Hamptons rental has nothing to do with Jennifer Lopez, report says

Former New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez and singer/actress Jennifer Lopez ended their relationship in April.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Shopping Tips And Deals

Prime Day 2021 is over, but there are still big discounts on Amazon

Plenty of deals can still be found across every category including electronics, home goods, apparel and home tech

By Nicolette Accardi | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Coronavirus in N.J.: What’s reopening, what concerts, festivals and shows are rescheduled, canceled. (June 23, 2021)

Entertainment venues continue to broaden their offerings throughout the state, with outdoor and internet options still a popular alternative

By Patrick O'Shea | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

A hero again, Gary Sanchez wishes ‘tough’ Yankees fans always cheered him

By Randy Miller | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Ranking Giants’ 25 most important players: Is No. 24 good enough to replace Dalvin Tomlinson?

By Zack Rosenblatt | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

D-backs’ Ketel Marte, possible Yankees trade target, is 1 of MLB’s best bounce-back stories

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Anton, Sara Jane

Sara Jane Anton Formerly of South Orange, cherished grandmother Sara Jane Anton of Louisville, KY, died peacefully on June 17, 2021. Born on January .....

Blackmon, Denese Darcell Miles

Denese Darcell Miles Blackmon Wife, Sister, Aunt, Daughter, 66 Denese Darcell Miles Blackmon, 66, died unexpectedly on June 15, 2021, at Morristown Hospital. She .....

DeSando Sr., Anthony J.

Anthony J. DeSando Sr. Anthony J. DeSando Sr. was called to be with his heavenly father on June 20th, 2021 after a short illness .....

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