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Sgt. J. Cosme performed the Heimlich maneuver and saved the child's life. A Newark police officer is being hailed as a hero for saving the life of a choking baby.
By: Matt Trapani
Officials say it happened off campus near Liberty high and middle schools. A stabbing incident involving students in the Liberty Central School District is under investigation, officials say.
The event featured Elvis the Elf, a live performance by the Hoboken Youth and Goldenrod Chorale and even Santa Claus himself.
The fire started just after 6 p.m. Monday on Lawton Avenue and Abbot Boulevard.
Officials say the preferential treatment even extended to drivers suspected of dangerous offenses like drunk driving.
Officials say the crash happened just before 4 p.m. Thursday on Cedarbridge Avenue in Lakewood
The governor addressed the issue on News 12 New Jersey’s Ask Gov. Murphy program.
Jersey Shore Whale Watching Tours in Belmar launched its inaugural Drone Spotting Tour Thursday night.
By: Matt Trapani
The recall impacts 29 states, including New York and New Jersey. The Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall of millions of cans of coconut water.
The 76-year-old Neptune native says he wants to focus on managing ongoing health issues.
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