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Clifton, NJ
Obituaries
Clifton Native, Grandfather Robert Takacs Dies Suddenly At 45 Clifton Native, Grandfather Robert Takacs Dies Suddenly At 45 Clifton Native, Grandfather Robert Takacs Dies Suddenly At 45
Clifton Native, Grandfather Robert Takacs Dies Suddenly At 45 Support is on the rise for the family of a Clifton native following his sudden death. Robert "Bobby" Takacs, a New Jersey native who later settled in Dingmans Ferry, PA, died on Tuesday, Nov. 18, according to his obituary on the Shook Funeral Home website. He was 45 years old. Takacs worked as an auto mechanic for many years and loved animals, fishing, and hunting, his obituary said. He was the devoted father of Kyle, Alexia and Evalynne Takacs, and the cherished grandfather of William Smith, according to his obituary. He was the son of Robert and Anneliese Takacs, and the brother…

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National Interest
Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show
Dark Moment Hits Simon Cowell Mid-Filming For New Netflix Show Simon Cowell is stepping back into the spotlight this winter in a brand-new Netflix docuseries that follows his search for the next global boyband sensation.  “Simon Cowell: The Next Act” will premiere Dec. 10 and give viewers an all-access look as the longtime judge travels from raw casting calls to the launch of a new group’s debut single. While Cowell is known for his brutally honest comments on "American Idol," he told The New York Times’ Lulu Garcia-Navarro that he now regrets some of his most vicious remarks.  Garcia-Navarro listed examples of his past critiques, inclu…

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National Interest
Viral Maplewood YouTuber's App Hit Number 1 — So Why Is It Shutting Down? Viral Maplewood YouTuber's App Hit Number 1 — So Why Is It Shutting Down? Viral Maplewood YouTuber's App Hit Number 1 — So Why Is It Shutting Down?
Viral Maplewood YouTuber's App Hit Number 1 — So Why Is It Shutting Down? New Jersey tech megastar Marques Brownlee is officially powering down his expensive and highly controversial wallpaper app called Panels after what he called a rollercoaster of a year. Brownlee, who is known professionally as MKBHD and has 20.6 million YouTube subscribers, made the announcement in an unlisted video on Nov. 30, telling fans: “After a lot of deliberation, I’ve decided to sunset the Panels app this week.” The idea started as a simple fix for the nonstop question fans asked him: "Where’d you get that wallpaper?" What began as a small utility “grew into something that could…

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by Cecilia Levine
Trenton, NJ
Breaking News
Trenton Shooting Suspect Flips BMW, Runs From Cops In PA, Police Say Trenton Shooting Suspect Flips BMW, Runs From Cops In PA, Police Say Trenton Shooting Suspect Flips BMW, Runs From Cops In PA, Police Say
Trenton Shooting Suspect Flips BMW, Runs From Cops In PA, Police Say A Trenton man wanted in a shooting investigation was arrested after police say he fled to Pennsylvania and then crashed his car on Monday night, Dec. 1 Falls Township Police were assisting Trenton Police, who were pursuing a red BMW believed to be involved in a shooting investigation as it crossed into Pennsylvania. The vehicle was lost from view before a passing motorist reported that it had overturned over an embankment near Woolston Drive and Stony Hill Road, police said. According to police, officers arrived and found the BMW unoccupied, and an AR-15 style rifle was found outside of the…

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National Interest
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House For Using Her Song In ICE Video Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House For Using Her Song In ICE Video Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House For Using Her Song In ICE Video
Quakertown's Sabrina Carpenter Slams White House For Using Her Song In ICE Video The White House and pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter are trading blows after the pop star blasted the administration for using her music in a video promoting immigration enforcement. The clip, released Monday, Dec. 1, was set to Carpenter’s song “Juno,” but instead of her usual onstage “arrests” of celebrities for “being too hot,” the White House video featured repeated scenes of ICE officers detaining multiple people. Carpenter didn’t mince words. “This video is evil and disgusting,” she said. “Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda.” The White House wasted no …

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by Cecilia Levine
Wayne, NJ
Breaking News
Passaic County Dad Wins $1M At Jets Game In NJ Lottery’s ‘Another Millionaire’ Event Passaic County Dad Wins $1M At Jets Game In NJ Lottery’s ‘Another Millionaire’ Event Passaic County Dad Wins $1M At Jets Game In NJ Lottery’s ‘Another Millionaire’ Event
Passaic County Dad Wins $1M At Jets Game In NJ Lottery’s ‘Another Millionaire’ Event A Passaic County father walked out of MetLife Stadium a millionaire after winning the top prize in the New Jersey Lottery’s “Another Millionaire” second-chance drawing on Sunday, Dec. 1, officials said. Hector Torres won the $1 million prize during halftime of the New York Jets game against the Atlanta Falcons in East Rutherford, according to lottery officials. Lottery officials said Torres earned his entry by purchasing Jersey Cash 5 tickets with the XTRA add-on in October. From those entries, 20 finalists were selected and brought to the game for the grand-prize drawing. Torres told offi…

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by Cecilia Levine
West New York, NJ
Breaking News
4 Arrested For Prostitution In West New York Following Complaints: Cops 4 Arrested For Prostitution In West New York Following Complaints: Cops 4 Arrested For Prostitution In West New York Following Complaints: Cops
4 Arrested For Prostitution In West New York Following Complaints: Cops Four people were arrested on prostitution-related charges following a slew of complaints from community members in Hudson County, authorities said. Detectives with the West New York Police Department began an investigation after community members described frequent behavior consistent with prostitution on the 5200 block of Bergenline Avenue, local police said. Officers with the Anti-Crime Unit responded to the complaints and made four arrests, according to the report. Miriam Perez-Bailon, 36, of Queens, was charged with prostitution. Karen Correa, 32, of Newark, was charged with pros…

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Mendham-Chester, NJ
On Your Side
Mendham's Sammy's Ye Old Cider Mill Closing Under Current Owners Mendham's Sammy's Ye Old Cider Mill Closing Under Current Owners Mendham's Sammy's Ye Old Cider Mill Closing Under Current Owners
Mendham's Sammy's Ye Old Cider Mill Closing Under Current Owners A legendary Morris County steakhouse with roots stretching back nearly a century will close under its current owners on Wednesday, Dec. 31, the family announced in a letter to customers dated Nov. 29. Located on Mendham Road in West Mendham, Sammy’s Ye Old Cider Mill, is known for its speakeasy origins, dry-aged steaks, and its famously unmarked exterior that offered no sign out front to indicate “this is the place.” The Fornaro family said they made the decision to sell after 30 years and much consideration, according to the letter. “We would like to express our deepest gratitude for …

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Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
NJ School Closures, Delays: Snowstorm Shuts Down Dozens Of Districts NJ School Closures, Delays: Snowstorm Shuts Down Dozens Of Districts NJ School Closures, Delays: Snowstorm Shuts Down Dozens Of Districts
NJ School Closures, Delays: Snowstorm Shuts Down Dozens Of Districts A fast-moving winter storm forced widespread school closures and delays across Northwest Jersey on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Districts in Passaic, Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Somerset counties announced schedule changes as snow moved into the region. Passaic County Delayed: Ringwood Wanaque Morris County Closed: Chester Township School District Mendham Borough School District Mendham Township School District Morris County Vocational School District Washington Township School District West Morris Regional High School District Delayed: Boonton Township School District Butler Public School Distri…

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by Cecilia Levine
Verona, NJ
Obituaries
Verona Dad Who Cheered For Every Kid Dies Suddenly At 57: Remembering John Auriemma Verona Dad Who Cheered For Every Kid Dies Suddenly At 57: Remembering John Auriemma Verona Dad Who Cheered For Every Kid Dies Suddenly At 57: Remembering John Auriemma
Verona Dad Who Cheered For Every Kid Dies Suddenly At 57: Remembering John Auriemma Shock and sadness spread following the unexpected death of Verona father, John Auriemma. He was 57 years old. A Belleville native, John died peacefully at home Saturday, Nov. 29, according to his obituary on the Prout Funeral Home website. He leaves behind his wife of 21 years, Janet, and their two teenage sons, Jaye and Jarrett. John worked as a Corrections Officer for Essex County in North Caldwell prior to starting with Verizon as a Fiber Splicer in the Woodbridge area where he has worked for the past 20 years, according to his obituary. He loved spending time at the Jersey Shore with h…

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