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December 17, 2021

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Coronavirus

N.J. reports 6,260 COVID cases, 16 deaths - more than 6,000 positive tests on back-to-back days for 1st time

New Jersey reported 6,271 positive tests Thursday bringing the two day total to 12,531 confirmed cases.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Ocean

Wild, wrong-way pursuit on Route 70 ends with crash, attempted carjacking, cops say

The chase began about 2 p.m. Thursday in Brick Township in Ocean County. Two men from Brooklyn, New York, face several charges.

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

High School Sports

N.J. high school coach fired after he was found allegedly half-naked while trespassing

The athletic director and two other coaches, who were subject to an investigation after the incident, have been reinstated.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

News

December ‘cold moon,’ final full moon of 2021, to shine this weekend

The full December moon will arrive shortly before the official start of winter.

By Len Melisurgo | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

News

43 festive and fun things to do at the Jersey Shore this weekend

A variety of events are happening along the Jersey Shore the weekend of Dec. 17-19, 2021, and beyond.

By Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Entertainment

Miss Alaska, Emma Broyles, wins Miss America 2022 at 100th anniversary pageant. She shared her ADHD diagnosis.

Broyles was also open about her dermatillomania diagnosis.

By Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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The 10 best N.J. spots for espresso martinis, the cocktail craze dominating 2021

2021 was the year of the espresso martini. Here's where to sip 'em in New Jersey.

By Stephanie Rizzolo | For NJ Advance Media

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Sports

Yankees

MLB insider pitches Yankees trading Jasson Dominguez to plug huge hole in lineup | Analysis

Outfielder Jasson Dominguez is the New York Yankees No. 2 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Eagles

How Washington’s Taylor Heinicke being placed on COVID-19 list impacts the Eagles

The Washington Football Team could be without both of their top quarterbacks Sunday when they face the Philadelphia Eagles.

By Chris Franklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Giants

Why Giants should trade for Russell Wilson when offseason arrives

If Russell Wilson wants to come to the Giants, trading for the future Hall of Famer should be an easy decision for John Mara’s franchise.

By Joe Giglio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Forte, Marie

Always put her family first Marie (Checchetto) Forte, of Somerset, NJ, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. She was 86 years old. .....

Geletta, Russell Joseph

U.S. Navy veteran, owner of Geletta Drywall Construction, 76 Russell J. Geletta, 76, of Forks Twp., PA, formerly of Monmouth Junction, NJ, died peacefully .....

George, Varughese

Beloved husband & father, of Sayreville, 69 Varughese George, age 69 of the Parlin section of Sayreville passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 .....

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