N.J. pimp who beat, threatened women sentenced to 23 years in prison
Christopher DeGrasse's crimes were 'particularly harsh,' a Pennsylvania judge said. A New Jersey man who used violence and drugs to control women he recruited to work as prostitutes was sentenced in...
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Money magazine ranks Edison among 4 best places to live in N.J.
Edison was named one of the top places to live in the country. File Photo EDISON -- Money Magazine has named the Edison one the top four places to live in New Jersey, and gave the town its highest...
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2nd fatal crash slowing Turnpike traffic Tuesday
One person was killed in a fatal crash in South Brunswick near the New Jersey Turnpike. New Jersey Turnpike file photoRobert Sciarrino/The Star-Ledger SOUTH BRUNSWICK -- Police are investigating a...
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N.J. home nurse aide allegedly stole from dementia patient
A home nurse aide has been charge with allegedly stealing from an elderly client. Caitlyn Burton, 21, of SomersetCourtesy of the South Brunswick Police Department SOUTH BRUNSWICK -- A home nurse aide...
View ArticleFormer school nurse gets $2M in disability lawsuit, attorney says
The New Brunswick Board of Education has tentatively agreed to a settlement with a retired elementary school nurse who said the district failed to accommodate her vision disability. NEW BRUNSWICK_A...
View ArticleHome price growth in NYC, North Jersey lags rest of U.S.
Real estate values in the region increased but slower every other major metropolitan areas, according to a report released Tuesday. Home prices in the New York area ticked up slightly over the last...
View ArticleCheese sandwiches in hand, school cafeteria workers demand $15 an hour
In a gesture underscoring meager funding for school lunch programs, food service workers tried to present the sandwiches to the Essex County superintendent of schools. NEWARK -- Cheese sandwiches in...
View ArticleCheck your town's 2015 violent crime rate with our lookup tool
FBI data released this week shows that even though the murder rate in New Jersey is slightly up, overall crime rates continue to nosedive. FBI data released this week shows that even though the murder...
View ArticleVOTE for top Week 3 football highlight, including a big run from a top recruit
A look at the best plays of the past week in New Jersey football.
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96-year-old man killed in South Brunswick crash
A 96-year-old man was killed in a crash South Brunswick on Tuesday. SOUTH BRUNSWICK -- A 96-year-old man was killed in a car crash Tuesday near the intersection of Route 535 and Route 32, police said....
View ArticleThese 10 N.J. schools earn Blue Ribbon honors
The award winners were announced by the U.S. Department of Education. TRENTON -- The U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday announced that 10 New Jersey schools have been named National Blue Ribbon...
View ArticleBomb suspect Ahmad Rahami again barred from seeing daughter in Edison
The ex-girlfriend of bomb suspect Ahmad Rahami received another court ruling give her sole custody of their daughter. NEW BRUNSWICK -- A Family Court judge issued a ruling reinforcing an early court...
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Vintage photos of N.J. Americana
These photos represent a small sampling of what could be called Jersey Americana. According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, "Americana" is defined as "materials concerning or characteristic of America,...
View ArticleAfter 3,000 hours, artist's murals unveiled at Edison Municipal Complex
Ceramic-tiled murals were unveiled at the Edison Municipal Complex on Wednesday. EDISON -- Glossy colorful tiles, each with flowing brush strokes, come together to tell a story about the founding of...
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Swing into fall with music at library
The free program will feature music from the swing/big band era. Gordon JamesGreg Hatala | The Star-Ledger OLD BRIDGE -- Jazz musician Gordon James returns to the Old Bridge Public Library on Oct. 8...
View ArticleGoing strong: N.J.'s 15 active football coaches with the most wins
There are three coaches with at least 300 wins and 14 with at least 200. To make this list, it takes more than a good game plan.
View ArticleWoodbridge High School teacher removed from class over 9-11 conspiracy links
Jason Ali, a history teacher, was removed the classroom this week over this matter, the superintendent confirmed. WOODBRIDGE -- A Woodbridge High School history teacher was removed from the classroom...
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Expert to offer tips on saving heirlooms
Attendees are invited to bring a treasure or two to discuss. NEW BRUNSWICK -- The New Brunswick Free Public Library will present a free workshop for people who would like to learn about caring for...
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