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December 28, 2021

Right Now in New Jersey: P.M. Edition

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In stunning move, court overturns Michelle Lodzinski’s murder conviction, setting stage for her release

The N.J. Supreme Court ruling vacating her 2016 guilty verdict came more than 30 years after Timothy Wiltsey's death.

By Ted Sherman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Coronavirus

More COVID testing sites opening as cases climb. Here are 9 places to go.

The demand for testing has increased around the holidays and over-the-counter tests are nearly impossible to find.

By Vashti Harris | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Coronavirus

COVID upsurge quashes New Year’s Eve and other events

More shows being canceled at venues around the state

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

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Coronavirus

Among rising COVID cases, another N.J. city will require masks indoors

The mask mandate goes into effect on Dec. 29 at 6 a.m.

By Chris Sheldon | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Entertainment

The best places to watch New Year’s Eve 2021 fireworks in N.J.

Here is a roundup of the best places in New Jersey to watch fireworks on New Year's Eve 2021.

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Coronavirus

Shakespeare theater’s big Christmas show perseveres through COVID — and now an omicron wave

A vaccine card or a negative test is required for entry at most theaters. Booster shot proof may soon be as well.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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The 50 best N.J. food photos of 2021

Pete Genovese and Jeremy Schneider ate their way around New Jersey in 2021. Here are their favorite photos from a filling year.

By Peter Genovese | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com

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Sports

Rutgers Sports

Hells bells! With a Gator Bowl upset, Rutgers can ring in the New Year by ending a curse | Izenberg

Rutgers will play Wake Forest in the 2021 Gator Bowl on New Year's Eve.

By Jerry Izenberg | For The Star-Ledger

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Giants

NFL rumors: Tom Brady praises ‘brave’ reporter who asked Patriots’ Bill Belichick awkward question after loss

Tom Brady is a fan of the reporter who asked his former head coach an ill-timed question on Sunday.

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

Houston vs. Auburn FREE LIVE STREAM (12/28/21): Watch Birmingham Bowl online | Time, TV, channel

Auburn faces Houston in the Birmingham Bowl on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 (12/28/21) at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama.

By Brian Fonseca | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Barry, John T.

Nutley Police Detective and Decorated Vietnam War Veteran John T. Barry, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2021, at his home in .....

Deryce, Fabrice

Fabrice Deryce , 34, of Scotch Plains, NJ departed this life on December 19, 2021. A private celebration of his life will be held .....

Edwards, Eleanor

Danced with Prudential Insurance Co. traveling show, entertaining WWII service men; 'music and dance were a very big part of her life' Eleanor Edwards .....

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