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June 16, 2022

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As violence on sports fields escalates, new bill proposes stiff fines, jail time

The legislation is in response to a rash of violent incidents across the country

By Matthew Stanmyre | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Monmouth

Man charged in connection with death of woman found in vehicle

An 28-year-old has been charged with desecration of human remains.

By Jeff Goldman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Mercer

Feds seek prison for Jan. 6 rioter who gave TV interview with blood on hand

Thomas Baranyi, of Mercer County, pleaded guilty in February. His lawyer is seeking home detention at his sentencing Friday.

By Kevin Shea | For NJ.com

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See photos of hundreds of students from 6 N.J. high school graduations

Dozens of high school graduations are happening this week.

By Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Entertainment

Why Snooki won’t get ‘RHONJ’ cast invite. Andy Cohen dashes hopes for ‘Jersey Shore’ crossover.

Fans have been 'shipping' the Jersey reality franchises for years.

By Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Entertainment

Today’s Wordle June 16 answer: Clues, hints (6/21/22)

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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Where to find recreational weed in N.J.

With many dispensaries set to open their doors in the coming months, here is a list of where you can buy adult-use weed in the garden state now.

By Gabby Warren | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Sports

Pro And College Sports

World Cup in MetLife Stadium? How to watch the FIFA 2026 World Cup US host cities announcement (6/16/22)

FIFA will announce the host cities for the 2026 World Cup, which is set to take place primarily in the United States, on Thursday, June 16, 2022 (6/16/22).

By Ryan Novozinsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Rutgers Sports

Rutgers extends contract for baseball coach Steve Owens after best season yet

The Scarlet Knights skipper is now under contract through 2027.

By Patrick Lanni | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Yankees

Yankees react to being 30 games over .500 already | ‘A lot of confidence’

The New York Yankees are 46-16 just 62 games into the regular season.

By Brendan Kuty | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Obituaries

Armstrong, Julius F.

Julius F. Armstrong, 85, of East Orange, peacefully passed from this life on April 26, 2022. Funeral services were Thursday, May 5, 2022, 11am .....

Chanowski, Thomas F.

Army Veteran, member of Bloomfield Athletic Hall of Fame Thomas F. Chanowski, 83 of Edison, died on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at JFK Hospital, .....

Cosentino, Salvatore

WWII Veteran Salvatore Cosentino, 98, passed away on June 2, 2022 in Morristown Medical Center. He was born in Paterson, NJ and lived in .....

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