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April 6, 2023

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

Essex

N.J. teacher suspended after holding 4-year-old with autism upside down by his ankles, family says

The incident allegedly occurred just before dismissal in a pre-K classroom at Montrose Early Childhood Center in the South Orange-Maplewood School District.

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

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N.J. man sent to prison for selling fentanyl-laced heroin that led to death

Wyzier Peterson, 25, was one of 17 alleged drug dealers arrested in a federal crackdown on gang members and associates selling heroin in 2019.

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

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Essex

Pop-up museum in Newark highlights civil rights struggles, urges residents to vote

The free Power of Voting Experience museum will open Friday through June 30

By Steve Strunsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Middlesex

N.J. urgent care doctor charged with groping patients faces another sexual contact charge

Dr. Gurvindra Johal, who worked at an urgent care facility in Perth Amboy, was previously charged with five counts of criminal sexual contact and one count of sexual assault, officials said.

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

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Entertainment

Entertainment

American Idol 2023: Why 2 contestants quit during Hollywood Week

Sara Beth Liebe and Kaya Stewart each left the stage in the span of two days

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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20 N.J. arts/entertainment events to check out this weekend and beyond (April 7-13)

Here's a small sample of upcoming music, theater, art, comedy and other happenings.

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

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Chaotic Chinese fusion restaurant spices up one of N.J.’s toughest foodie towns | Review

Come for the peking duck, not the service at this Michelin-rated spot

By Stephanie Rizzolo | For NJ Advance Media

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Pro And College Sports

Mets call up top prospect after Omar Narvaez injury

New York Mets catcher Omar Narvaez suffered a calf injury in Wednesday's 7-6 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Rutgers Sports

Where does Rutgers rank against football powers in recruiting spending?

The answer may be surprising.

By Patrick Lanni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Jets

NFL star, former Jets target shares shocking plans

A star in the NFL announced his retirement plans in a recent podcast.

By Brian Fonseca | 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 .....

Howarth, Rose Ann Mary

Lifelong teacher and principal, created Rutgers Prep's first Pre-K program, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, 85 Rose Ann Mary Howarth (nee Borichewski) of E...

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