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April 23, 2024

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These are N.J.’s 42 top high schools, U.S. News says

New Jersey ranks third in the nation in the percentage of high-ranking high schools, the new rankings say. See the full list.

By Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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The 19 best N.J. animal attractions for an epic day trip

Feed a giraffe, walk with an alpaca, ride a pony, snuggle with a bunny or play with a cat – the choice is yours.

By Lauren Musni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Karim Shamsi-Basha | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Retired teacher admits sex with student 2 decades ago, will not serve time

Joseph DePuglio taught physics at Steinert High School in Mercer County.

By Kevin Shea | For NJ.com

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N.J. man arrested for trashing Rutgers Islamic center, feds say

The man broke into the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers, stole a Palestinian flag and caused an estimated $40,000 in damage, authorities alleged.

By Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. ‘Roboburger’ company appears on ‘Shark Tank.” Did they land a deal?

Did this Newark-based company get a deal of lifetime or walk away with nothing?

By Lauren Musni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Beloved ‘Harry Potter’ actor’s wife dies at age 53, leaving ‘huge hole’ in his family

An actor known for his role in the "Harry Potter" film series announced on April 19 the passing of his wife, who also appeared in the series. She was 53 years old.

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. rock legend thanks Taylor Swift for shout-out on new album ‘Tortured Poets’

Swift hugely popular 11th album dropped on Friday

By Saleah Blancaflor | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Former Yankees trade bust lands on injured list

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Down 0-2, Sixers’ Joel Embiid guarantees series win over Knicks

By Adam Zagoria | For NJ Advance Media

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Zach Wilson’s 10 most memorable Jets moments prove he had to go

By Andy Vasquez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Brunet, Helen Tower

Helen Tower Brunet, age 89, formerly of Mendham, NJ, died peacefully on April 20, 2024, at Freedom Village retirement community in Coatesville, PA, surrounded .....

Cozzarelli, Helen Juanita

Beloved Wife and Sister Helen Juanita Cozzarelli, 77, of Forked River, formerly of Nutley, NJ and West Long Branch, NJ passed away Tuesday, April .....

Hoffman, Barnett E.

Army veteran, Superior Court Judge, instructor and educator, beloved husband, father, and grandfather Honorable Barnett E. Hoffman, a man of tremendous integrity and wit,...

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