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April 6, 2023

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N.J. spike in gun carry permit requests ‘significant,’ but full scope unclear, A.G. says

Thousands have sought gun carry permits in New Jersey following a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision. But no one knows how many.

By S.P. Sullivan | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

School taxes are going down in this N.J. town. Here’s how they’re doing it.

While other school districts are announcing layoffs and cuts, the Bound Brook school district plans to add new teachers and cut taxes for homeowners.

By Rob Jennings | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Weather

N.J. weather: Severe thunderstorm threat increased for today with hail, 60 mph winds in forecast

Thunderstorms are expected, particularly in southern New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon between 4 and 8 p.m.

By Matt Dowling | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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14K cars were stolen in N.J. last year. Feds need to help nab theft rings, lawmaker says.

With a slight reduction in car thefts in January, Rep. Josh Gottheimer called for more resources to help cops.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Food And Dining

Italian disco fries! This restaurant is elevating N.J.’s favorite spuds.

A popular Italian restaurant in North Jersey is home to the dish.

By Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com

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Debut Newark LGBTQ Film Festival remembers Sakia Gunn 20 years after teen’s murder

Gunn's death moved local leaders to create a safe space for the LGBTQ community. Now that center is hosting its first film festival.

By Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Renovated section of Wildwood boardwalk reopens ahead of schedule

The five-block area is the latest in the multi-phase project to be refurbished.

By Allison Pries | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

NFL Draft Analysis: Jets, Giants selected well last season | Eagles got little from rookie class

By Bob Brookover | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Somerset Patriots unleashing Yankees’ surging pitching prospect on Opening Day

By Randy Miller | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Augusta National should honor the Black caddies who carried Masters history | Politi

By Steve Politi | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Hally, John Leonard

USMC veteran, Summit police officer of 17 years, family man John Leonard Hally, 81, of Toms River, NJ passed away peacefully in his home .....

Herbert, Christine (Stumpf)

Educator for over four decades, loving wife and mother, 74 Beloved friend and dedicated teacher, Christine Stumpf Herbert, 74, of Brielle, NJ passed away .....

Purnell, Dale Robert

Dale Robert Purnell, 76, passed away peacefully at the Green Knoll Care Facility on March 31, 2023. A celebration of Dale's life will be .....

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