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January 17, 2023

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Pennsylvanians just rejected Dr. Oz for U.S. Senate. New Jerseyans don’t want him either.

Dr. Mehmet Oz was plagued accusations of carpetbagging when he moved to Pennsylvania from N.J. to run for U.S. Senate.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Hudson

11-year-old in critical condition after stabbing, Jersey City police say

The boy suffered multiple stab wounds.

By Ron Zeitlinger | The Jersey Journal

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Entertainment

Embattled actor Kevin Spacey lauded in Italy. He thanks the presenters for ... well, courage.

The South Orange native received a lifetime achievement award from an Italian cinema museum.

By The Associated Press

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Middlesex

Vandals ripped apart retaining wall with heavy machinery at N.J. construction site

Authorities have offered a $1,000 reward for information about the extensive damage at a site in Sayreville.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Eagles

Giants-Eagles not expected to get FOX Sports’ A-team for Divisional Playoffs

The New York Giants visit the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday for an NFC Divisional Playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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27 New Jersey bands and artists you need to hear in 2023

Unbelievably talented musicians are stashed all over New Jersey. Here's who you need to check out this year.

By Bobby Olivier | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

N.J. native gets new assignment with NBC Sports after Sunday Night Football snub

NBC Sports will begin its new prime-time package with the Big Ten in the fall.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

Eagles

Ex-Eagles coach is ‘obvious’ Chargers offensive coordinator candidate, NFL insider says

The Los Angeles Chargers announced Tuesday that they have parted ways with offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Rutgers Basketball

Rutgers basketball’s future is bright: Ace Bailey’s commitment, Big Ten title run just the start (PODCAST)

The Rutgers Rant discusses one of the greatest days in Rutgers athletics history and what it means for the men's basketball program moving forward. We also touch on the football program's four-star commit and introduction of offensive coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca.

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com, Patrick Lanni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Steve Politi | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

Washington Commanders sale: Sixers, Devils owner trusts the process but billionaire-backed celebrity bid fizzles

Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder is preparing to sell his team, or at least a minority share in it. The Commanders went 8-8-1 this season and finished in last place in the NFC East.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Ashe, Mary G. "Trudie"

On January 13, 2023, Mary G. "Trudie" Ashe of Colonia, NJ, peacefully transitioned from labor to reward. Funeral services will take place, Wednesday, January .....

Beighley, Neil A.

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, of Califon Neil A. Beighley, 76, of Califon, passed away on January 14, 2023. Relatives and friends are invited .....

Bembenek, Kenneth Adolph

Retired chemist, loving husband, father and grandfather Kenneth Adolph Bembenek died at home in Dayton, NJ on January 11, 2023. Mr. Bembenek was born .....

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