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March 29, 2022

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Monmouth

N.J. man’s confession to raping, killing 11-year-old girl thrown out on appeal

Andreas Erazo, now 23, who was sentenced to life in prison for killing 11-year-old Abbiegail Smith, will have a chance to seek a trial without his confession used against him.

By Anthony G. Attrino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

Lottery

N.J. mans hits $3M scratch-off lottery jackpot with 3rd winning ticket in 1 day

Earlier in the day, the man won $50 and then $100 before hitting it big on the Ultimate Riches scratch off lottery game, New Jersey officials said.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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News

N.J. town sues woman, 82, for ‘voluminous’ and ‘burdensome’ public records requests

Elouise McDaniel, of Irvington, said she has a “legal right” to know the information she has requested from the town.

By Steven Rodas | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

Integrating schools in a diverse state: As desegregation lawsuit proceeds, what models work?

Education experts describe ways to make school districts more diverse, while the state's pupils continue to attend some of the most segregated schools in the nation.

By Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Live Entertainment

Chris Rock ticket prices, sales soar following Will Smith slap

Rock’s tour begins this week and includes two shows in New Jersey, at the Borgata Casino Event Center in Atlantic City

By Matt Levy | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Wordle answer March 29: Today’s word hints, clues, solution

Looking for a hint on how to solve today’s Wordle puzzle? Look no further.

By Katherine Rodriguez | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Subscriber Exclusive

15 new N.J. restaurants you need to try this spring

The weather's warming, time for some new dining!

By Stephanie Rizzolo | For NJ Advance Media

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Sports

Giants

Giants’ Brian Daboll has simple (but smart) plan for how to highlight Kenny Golladay, Kadarius Toney, Saquon Barkley

New York Giants coach Brian Daboll is trying to figure out the best way to use his most talented offensive players — something Jason Garrett failed at before him.

By Zack Rosenblatt | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Giants

N.J. native who’s replacing Joe Buck on FOX Sports’ NFL coverage is ‘overwhelmed’ by support

Joe Buck and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman left FOX Sports for ESPN to call Monday Night Football.

By Mike Rosenstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Eagles

Eagles’ Nick Sirianni talks wide receivers and ‘love’ of Derek Barnett | 5 takeaways

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni spoke Tuesday morning during the coaches availability at the NFL Annual League Meeting.

By Chris Franklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Bier, Robert D.

Business owner, 'most proud role was as father & grandfather,' 73 Robert D. Bier, of Warren, died peacefully on Friday, March 25, 2022 at .....

Blue, Sara J.

Great-grandmother of 17, known for her 'caring and fun-loving nature'; centenarian, formerly of Milltown and East Brunswick, 104 Sara J. Blue passed away peacefully ........

Bucchignano, Steven C.

Loving father and grandfather; AT&T retiree, proud Army veteran Steven C. Bucchignano, 73, passed away at the Venetian Care Center in South Amboy, NJ, .....

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