Raritan to hold 34th annual John Basilone Memorial Parade
Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone, who was raised in Raritan, is the only U.S. Marine awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, the Navy Cross and the Purple Heart. SOMERSET -- Despite the nationalism that...
View ArticleRutgers football player Leonte Carroo pleads not guilty to assault
He was released on $1,000 bail. PISCATAWAY -- Leonte Carroo, the star Rutgers University wide receiver, pleaded not guilty to charges that he slammed a woman onto concrete after a football game. His...
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1 dead, 2 hurt in South Plainfield traffic accident, report says
One person was pronounced dead at the scene while one other in the same vehicle was taken to the hospital in serious condition, according to the report. One person was pronounced dead at the scene...
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Elderly man crossing Route 27 with walker struck, killed by car
The victim, who is an Elizabeth resident, attempted to cross the highway near Wood Avenue against the traffic lights and outside of the crosswalk, police said. The victim, who is an Elizabeth...
View ArticleRutgers football coach Kyle Flood suspended 3 games
Kyle Flood has been suspended as Rutgers football coach after a university investigation. PISCATAWAY -- Kyle Flood has been suspended for three games as Rutgers football coach and fined $50,000...
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Criss Angel on New Brunswick show: "These magicians are the best of the best"
"It's the greatest magic show out there right now," swears the "Mindfreak" star. "I've seen them all and nothing compares to this." Watch video NEW BRUNSWICK -- Criss Angel performs his dazzling Las...
View ArticleEx-Sayreville star Myles Hartsfield putting up TDs at Mass. prep school
Myles Hartsfield, whose college plans were derailed after news of the Sayreville High School hazing scandal broke last fall, has found a new home at East Coast Prep in Barrington, Mass. The 6-0,...
View ArticleGlimpse of History: Perth Amboy's Parker Castle predates American Revolution
PERTH AMBOY — This undated photo shows a side view of the Parker Castle at Front and Water streets in Perth Amboy. Information from the Library of Congress states that the stone portion of the...
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Recapping the coverage of Rutgers coach Kyle Flood's suspension
Find all of Wednesday's stories on Flood's three-game suspension in one spot. NJ Advance Media had Rutgers' investigation into football coach Kyle Flood covered from start to finish. NJ Advance Media...
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In case you missed it: Key points from Rutgers report on coach Kyle Flood
Highlighting some of the most notable information revealed in the report. PISCATAWAY -- The report released Wednesday on the investigation of Rutgers coach Kyle Flood's improper contact with a...
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Nearly 1M people live in poverty in N.J., new Census data shows
New Census data shows that poverty rate is around 11 percent and significantly higher than it was 10 years ago. Nearly one million people live in poverty in New Jersey, an increase of just short of...
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N.J. doctor seeks out veterans for recognition and critical care
At Saint Peter's University Hospital, Dr. Peter N. Fish has a unique but powerful informal protocol -- every patient admitted is asked: Are you a veteran? Thinkstock INSIDE JERSEY'S 2015 TOP DOCTORS...
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'Homeless' man stole pastor's credit card during church service, police say
Nigel Barnes, 24, was charged with burglary and theft in connection with the theft of a purse and an American Express card belonging to a pastor at Christ the King Church on Route 27, police said...
View ArticleRutgers' Leonte Carroo domestic violence accuser speaks: 'I remember that slam'
The alleged victim broke her silence late Wednesday night. The woman who accused Rutgers football wideout Leonte Carroo of slamming her head into concrete outside of the university's football...
View ArticleNew Brunswick man pleads guilty to role in home invasion
One of six people charged in a 2013 home invasion and robbery pleaded guilty to robbery Tuesday in state Superior Court NEWTON -- One of six people charged in a 2013 home invasion and robbery pleaded...
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2 dead, 1 injured after cars collide in South Plainfield
The accident occurred about 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, in the area of West End Avenue and Hamilton Boulevard. File photo SOUTH PLAINFIELD - A second person has died of injuries following a...
View ArticleFather of Leonte Carroo's alleged victim wants Rutgers to protect his daughter
Rutgers police have not said whether there is surveillance footage. PISCATAWAY -- The father of the woman who was allegedly slammed to the pavement by Rutgers University football player Leonte Carroo...
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Saved a day before death, kitten needs a home
WOODBRIDGE — Orange Soda is a 5-month-old orange kitten in the care of Angel Paws Rescue. He was saved from a municipal shelter one day before he was to be euthanized. Orange Soda has been described...
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A stark change in demeanor for ex-Rutgers football player accused of robbery
At his first court appearance, Andre Boggs grinned widely for news cameras. On Friday, that grin was replaced by tears. Watch video NEW BRUNSWICK -- Andre Boggs' first court appearance on robbery...
View ArticleEdison Animal Shelter shuttered after ringworm scare
The shelter could be closed for up to a week. EDISON -- The town-run Edison Animal Shelter will close temporarily and some cats and dogs will be quarantined after several pets showed symptoms of...
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