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May 2, 2025

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Teen is second person charged in massive N.J. wildfire

The teen faces charges of arson, aggravated arson and hindering apprehension in connection to his alleged role in starting the fire, prosecutors said.

By Eric Conklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

Rutgers defends commencement speaker after lawmaker says pick is ‘deeply hurtful’ for Jewish students

Comedian Ramy Youssef, who is scheduled to speak at Rutgers-Newark's graduation, has been a vocal advocate for Palestinians.

By Rob Jennings | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Weather

Eta Aquarids meteor shower to light up May sky with shooting stars. Here’s when to see them.

It's known as one of the best meteor showers of the spring season, and it will be peaking in early May.

By Len Melisurgo | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Education

Jersey Shore school district approves massive 33% tax hike

Without the huge tax increase on homeowners, the school district said the average class size would balloon to 50 students in some classrooms.

By Liz Rosenberg | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Entertainment

Marvel star says he turned down season 2 of hit show due to massive pay cut

A Marvel star shed some light on why he didn't return for season 2 of a hit Disney+ show

By Sara Donnellan | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Monmouth County

Beloved dog-friendly ‘Yappy Hour’ at Jersey Shore bar gets new leash on life

“I think City Council has done what it can do to safely assure that yappy hour can happen this summer, unless safety requirements dictate otherwise,” said attorney Joanne Vos of Maraziti Falcon in Cedar Knolls, a spokesperson for the City on Thursday

By Stephanie Loder | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Nina Simone’s grandson among N.J. talent fostered by North 2 Shore fest

New Jersey artists and organizations awarded up to $10,000 for June arts events.

By Deion Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Giants

Giants’ Malik Nabers hints at ‘definitely’ still being a diva in Year 2: ‘We all feel the same way’

Giants receiver Malik Nabers spoke on the question of whether wide receivers are divas.

By Bridget Hyland | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

‘I ain’t no snitch’: Popular ESPN host leaves live show when Bill Belichick and his girlfriend come up

A prominent ESPN host quasi-left the set during a segment when the discussion turned to a recent interview involving former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick.

By Chris Franklin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Pro And College Sports

Kentucky Oaks 2025 FREE LIVE STREAM (5/2/25): Time, TV Channel for 151st running

The 2025 Kentucky Oaks takes place on Friday, May 2, 2025 (5/2/25) at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.

By Joey Chandler | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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