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May 24, 2024

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N.J. town backs off plan to kill geese fouling its park after animal lovers intervene

Drones and bird-repellent are being used to get the geese out. If those fail, they will be relocated to an animal snactuary.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Lottery

Jersey Cash 5 jackpot worth $679K split by 2 winning tickets

The Jersey Cash 5 tickets that hit the jackpot were sold in separate stores about 6 miles apart in Monmouth County.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Here’s when Playland, a Jersey Shore staple, will reopen its famous boardwalk arcade entrance

The owner of Playland's Castaway Cove is spending millions to build a new arcade and main entrance following a devastating fire.

By Eric Conklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. special education teacher now accused of sexually assaulting 14 students

Vincent Root, who was initially charged with assaulting 7 students October, has been indicted on 28 sexual assault and child endangerment charges.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Another state says it’s the pizza capital of America. On what planet?

This. Is. War.

By Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com

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The Rolling Stones N.J. concert review: An inhuman display, no farewells here

The band's new Hackney Diamonds tour was an age-defying romp at MetLife Stadium

By Bobby Olivier | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Legendary classic rock star’s children say widow committed ‘elder abuse’

The rock star's children claim their father's widow forced him to sign documents he couldn't understand

By Christopher Burch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Jets

Aaron Rodgers ‘seriously considered’ walking away from Jets, leaving unanswered questions

Aaron Rodgers could've destroyed the Jets with one deciscion.

By Jimmy Hascup | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Mets’ rival throws shade at team’s struggling stars: ‘Gotten away from what made him good’

The Mets are 21-28 and not looking like a playoff contender.

By Jimmy Hascup | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Here’s Mets’ internal timeline on turning season around

The Mets fell to 21-28 on Wednesday after getting swept by the Cleveland Guardians.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Adams, Elma Dolores

Elma Dolores Adams (nee Alexander), pianist, choir director and graduate of Juilliard School of Music, passed away on May 22, 2024. Loving mother of .....

Babiasz, Anne E.

Anne Elizabeth Babiasz, age 91, passed away on May 9, 2024. Anne was the daughter of Karol (Charles) Rostkowski and Stefania Czerwinska Rostkowski, immigrants .....

Barnette, Marian

Marian Barnette Marian Barnette Marian Anne (née Pinto) Barnette, 95, of North Caldwell, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024. She .....

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