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August 15, 2023

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

Atlantic

Explosion that killed 4 in N.J. home caused by fireworks-making materials, cops say

The incident killed two children and two men at a home in Buena.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Lottery

Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $1.17M sold at N.J. deli

The lucky ticket was bought in Middlesex County.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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NJ Transit just won the Academy Award of transportation systems

It was especially for work moving essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Don’t get scammed donating to Maui wildfire relief, N.J. authorities warn

How to tell a charity is legit? 'Investigate before you donate,' officials say.

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

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Entertainment

Entertainment

Vanna White absent from ‘Wheel of Fortune’ for surprise reason

Vanna White, the longtime cohost of "Wheel of Fortune," will be temporarily absent in the upcoming week of shows. Here's why

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Food And Dining

Al Roker visits popular N.J. ice pop shop appearing soon on ‘Today’ show

The family-run shop will be highlighted later this week

By Kurt Suchman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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These 2 N.J. towns are among the best 100 small towns in America, national website says

Known for their charm, this two Jersey favorites making the list is no surprise

By Lauren Musni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

Pro And College Sports

Little League World Series makes major change for player safety

Little League has made a change for the 2023 World Series after a player injury last year.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Mets

Could Mets be interested in former top prospect who was recently DFA’d?

The outfielder has endured a bumpy and even controversial ride since being a top prospect.

By Jimmy Hascup | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Ex-Knicks coach opens Hawaiian rental homes to Lahaina fire victims

Hall of Fame NBA coach Don Nelson offering up short-term rental properties to those displaced after devastating wildfires

By Joey Chandler | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Anderson, Rita

Founding member of the North American Quilling Guild, 87 We sadly announce the passing of our beloved Rita (Searfoss) Anderson, 87, formerly of Toms .....

Bianco, Marina Del

Enjoyed cooking, baking and crocheting for family and friends Marina Del Bianco (nee Pinelli), of Caldwell, NJ, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2023 .....

Harcarik, Michael

Loving husband and father; U.S. Air Force veteran, 'enjoyed motorcycles, music, friends' and traveling, formerly of Somerville, 73 Michael Harcarik, age 73, of Laceyville...

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