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May 6, 2024

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N.J. to pay $6.75M to woman raped as a child in foster homes decades ago

N.J. also just paid $25M in damages after jury find the state liable in rape of another child in foster care in the 90s

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Man, 23, dies in apparent drowning on Jersey Shore beach

The victim, who was from Belleville, was found floating face down in the water Saturday, police said.

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

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This celebrity chef is selling his N.J. home, and the price was just reduced

The custom ranch owned by celebrity chef “Bobby Chez” sits on 4 acres.

By Allison Pries | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Unlicensed driver sentenced to prison for crash that killed N.J. man

The 18-year-old driver was sentenced for a December 2023 crash that killed a 69-year-old New Brunswick resident, authorities said.

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

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The 1 joke Tom Brady wouldn’t allow at his roast. ‘Don’t say that s--- again.’

Netflix's "The Greatest Roast of All Time" Tom Brady" aired Sunday

By Christopher Burch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Legendary rock singer unsure he’ll perform at Rock Hall induction, gives health update

His surgeon is reportedly taking his time granting permission

By Saleah Blancaflor | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. professor mixed up in Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef. Here’s what happened.

Because there's always a Jersey connection, even to rap beef!

By Jeremy Schneider | NJ Advance Media For NJ.com

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Ex-Mets outfielder who just got a job will soon be a trade chip again, insider says

The outfielder spent time with the Mets in 2023 before he was traded at the deadline.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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WNBA accused of racism for Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese decision

The polarizing Bird-Magic-like rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese has carried over into the WNBA.

By Todderick Hunt | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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St. John’s remains in full pursuit of Seton Hall transfer Kadary Richmond

Rick Pitino and St. John's remain in hot pursuit of Seton Hall transfer Kadary Richmond.

By Adam Zagoria | For NJ Advance Media

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Obituaries

Dougherty, Ann M.

Attorney & Specialist in Elder Law, Dearly Loved Wife & Mother Ann M. Dougherty, 64, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 11, .....

Forsyth, Kathryn A.

Kathryn A. Forsyth, 73, of Toms River, NJ, passed away on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 in Toms River. A Funeral Mass will be held .....

O'Brien, Sister Gloria

Dedicated educator in many schools throughout New Jersey Sister Gloria O'Brien, 82, a Sister of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, died May 2nd, 2024, at .....

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