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Storms, Downpours To Target Northeast In Separate Rounds: Timing Storms, Downpours To Target Northeast In Separate Rounds: Timing
Storms, Downpours To Target Northeast In Separate Rounds: Timing A stubborn summer setup is keeping outdoor plans on a short leash. Separate rounds of scattered thunderstorms will target parts of the Northeast on Thursday, July 9, and Friday, July 10, as humid air remains locked in place, according to the National Weather Service. Most of Thursday will be dry for many areas, but warm, muggy conditions will help trigger isolated to scattered storms during the afternoon and evening. The highest risk on Thursday is expected farther south, especially from New Jersey and Pennsylvania into Maryland and Virginia.  Locations most likely to see the …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where New Jersey Ranks Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where New Jersey Ranks
Best, Worst States For Well-Being Revealed: Here's Where New Jersey Ranks A new state-by-state report says the map of American well-being shows clear winners, troubling warning signs, and one big national disconnect. The State of the Nation Project released its "State of the States" report as the US approaches its 250th anniversary. StudyFinds reported on the rankings on Friday, July 3. Minnesota ranked first overall, followed by New Hampshire, Iowa, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Louisiana ranked last among the 51 jurisdictions measured, including all 50 states and Washington, DC. New Jersey ranked 11th, Maryland ranked 15th, Connecticut ranked 18th, Virginia rank…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Bonnie Tyler Dies: Singer With One Of Pop's Most Unmistakable Voices Bonnie Tyler Dies: Singer With One Of Pop's Most Unmistakable Voices
Bonnie Tyler Dies: Singer With One Of Pop's Most Unmistakable Voices One of pop-rock's most unmistakable voices is being remembered across generations. Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer best known for "Total Eclipse of the Heart," died at age 75, her family announced Thursday, July 9, according to multiple reports. Multiple reports said Tyler died in a hospital in Portugal following an illness. The BBC reported that she had been treated after emergency intestinal surgery in May. The death closes a career that stretched more than 50 years, from Welsh clubs to US and UK chart glory. Tyler, born Gaynor Hopkins in Wales, became known for a raspy, powerful voice th…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Apple Releases Security Fixes For iPhone, iPad Users Apple Releases Security Fixes For iPhone, iPad Users
Apple Releases Security Fixes For iPhone, iPad Users The kind of Apple update that does not bring shiny new features may be the one users should not ignore. Apple released iOS 26.5.2 and iPadOS 26.5.2 on Monday, June 29, with security fixes for supported iPhones and iPads, according to Apple Support. The update applies to iPhone 11 and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 8th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later. Apple said the update includes security fixes that were first made available in the iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 b…

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by Joe Lombardi
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A-Rod's New Mystery Flame Is Fitness Coach, Former D1 Athlete A-Rod's New Mystery Flame Is Fitness Coach, Former D1 Athlete
A-Rod's New Mystery Flame Is Fitness Coach, Former D1 Athlete Alex Rodriguez's mystery woman has been identified as a fitness model with Greenwich, CT roots and a background in Division I soccer. The former Yankees star was spotted kissing New York City fitness coach and model Meghan Hayden at Michael Rubin's annual party in the Hamptons, as first reported by Page Six.  Hayden is originally from Greenwich, according to her Florida Gulf Coast University women's soccer roster, where she played Division I soccer. She appears to be 33 years old. Hayden also shared photos from the weekend on Instagram, including one showing her standing beside R…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Bergen County Rocket Scientist Enters 'Big Brother' House Bergen County Rocket Scientist Enters 'Big Brother' House
Bergen County Rocket Scientist Enters 'Big Brother' House Three New Jersey residents are among the 16 strangers moving into the "Big Brother" house as Season 28 premieres Thursday, July 9, on CBS and Paramount+. Representing the Garden State are La Trice Verrett of Maplewood, Mallory Aurichio of Washington Township (Bergen), and Yash Patel of Monroe Township (Middlesex), each hoping to outlast the competition and claim the $750,000 prize. Verrett, a boutique salesperson originally from Kankakee, Illinois, says she's entering the game with kindness in mind: "I don't want any enemies. I'm a sweet mama of 4. I try to make people feel good." Aur…

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by Cecilia Levine
Traffic
30+ Evaluated In Mass Casualty Incident After MTA Bus Plows Into Maryland Building (UPDATED) 30+ Evaluated In Mass Casualty Incident After MTA Bus Plows Into Maryland Building (UPDATED)
30+ Evaluated In Mass Casualty Incident After MTA Bus Plows Into Maryland Building (Updated) A routine evening commute turned into chaos in Maryland. An MTA bus slammed into a building in Baltimore County on Wednesday evening, July 8, triggering a mass casualty incident that left more than 30 people injured and at least one person critically hurt, according to fire officials. The crash happened around 6:10 p.m. in the 1500 block of Reisterstown Road in Pikesville. The Baltimore County Fire Department said the bus crashed into a building, trapping at least one person inside. Crews immediately declared a second-alarm mass casualty incident as firefighters, paramedics, and rescue tea…

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by Zak Failla
Events
Justin Bieber Coming To NJ: Here's Who Else Is Performing At FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Justin Bieber Coming To NJ: Here's Who Else Is Performing At FIFA World Cup Halftime Show
Justin Bieber Coming To NJ: Here's Who Else Is Performing At FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Never say never: Justin Bieber is coming to New Jersey after being announced as the newest co-headliner of the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on Sunday, July 19. The Canadian superstar joins Madonna, Shakira, and ever-popular K-pop band BTS for the historic performance, proving there's still plenty of Purpose behind one of pop music's biggest names. Bieber won't be lonely on stage. Burna Boy, New York Philharmonic Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay will also perform during the 1…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Sleeping Driver Drops Crack When Woken In Bergen County: Cops Sleeping Driver Drops Crack When Woken In Bergen County: Cops
Sleeping Driver Drops Crack When Woken In Bergen County: Cops A man found asleep behind the wheel of a car blocking an apartment complex entrance was arrested after suspected crack cocaine fell from his vehicle in Bergen County Tuesday evening, July 7, police said. Edgewater officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 7 p.m. reporting a man sleeping inside a vehicle in an apartment complex, according to Edgewater Police Chief Donald Martin. Patrol Officers Muntaser Hajjaj and Nicholas Diaz found a 2024 Hyundai Elantra stopped in the roadway, blocking access to the parking lot, Martin said. The driver, Kevin Negit, 37, of Fairview, was aslee…

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
Final Words Of Former Rutgers Star Shared By Twin Brother Final Words Of Former Rutgers Star Shared By Twin Brother
Final Words Of Former Rutgers Star Shared By Twin Brother Former Rutgers defensive lineman Jamil Merrell has died, his twin brother announced in an emotional social media post Tuesday, July 7. He was 36 years old. "As I write this, I'm sitting beside my twin brother, surrounded by our family, knowing that we're witnessing one of the hardest moments we'll ever have to face," Jamal Merrell wrote. "With tears in our eyes and love in our hearts, I want everyone to know that my twin brother, Jamil, is peacefully transitioning to be with God." Before his death, Jamil shared one final message with his family, according to his brother. "It's time fo…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Bergen Man Smashes Beer Bottle Into Liquor Store Clerk's Face: Cops Bergen Man Smashes Beer Bottle Into Liquor Store Clerk's Face: Cops
Bergen Man Smashes Beer Bottle Into Liquor Store Clerk's Face: Cops A Bergen County man is accused of striking a liquor store clerk in the face with a glass beer bottle after being asked to leave the business, police said. The incident happened just before 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, when 24-year-old Frederic Aryafar tried to purchase alcohol at a local liquor store, Palisades Park Police Chief George Beck said. After Aryafar dropped the beer bottles, a store clerk asked him to leave the establishment, according to police. An argument followed before Aryafar struck the clerk in the face with a glass beer bottle, the chief said. Officers Salvatore …

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Trump-Backed 'Freedom Fuel' Touts Cheap Gas In NJ As Company Questions Swirl Trump-Backed 'Freedom Fuel' Touts Cheap Gas In NJ As Company Questions Swirl
Trump-Backed 'Freedom Fuel' Touts Cheap Gas In NJ As Company Questions Swirl President Donald Trump is backing "Freedom Fuel" stations, promising cheaper gas despite rising oil prices amid the Iran war and unanswered questions about the business behind the effort. The White House celebrated the first "Freedom Fuel Network" gas station in a Facebook reel on Tuesday, July 7. A website for the initiative claims to have 25 locations in the greater Philadelphia area and South Jersey. The gas stations advertise regular unleaded gas for $3.47 per gallon. That's about 30 to 40 cents lower than the countywide averages in Freedom Fuel's purported coverage area, according…

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by Chris Spiker