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Radiation Readings Bring HazMat Response In Elizabeth Radiation Readings Bring HazMat Response In Elizabeth
Radiation Readings Bring HazMat Response In Elizabeth An Elizabeth firetruck on a medical call detected high radiation levels early Friday, Jan. 6, bringing the county's HazMat trucks to the scene. No evacuations were necessary as readings of manholes turned up low radiation levels for Engine 5 around 9 a.m., city spokeswoman Ruby Contreras said. All agencies were at the scene for approximately two hours.

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Devoted Union County Dad With Terminal Brain Cancer Prompts Wave Of Community Support Devoted Union County Dad With Terminal Brain Cancer Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Devoted Union County Dad With Terminal Brain Cancer Prompts Wave Of Community Support Support is on the rise for the family of a beloved Union County dad diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. Victor Vilela was diagnosed with a brain tumor through scans after a car accident 16 years ago, according to a GoFundMe launched for his end-of-life care. The scans led to an official diagnosis of Glioblastoma Astrocytoma Multiforme, an “extremely aggressive form of cancer,” the campaign says. Since then, the dedicated dad has had a nonstop treatment journey, undergoing two invasive surgeries, as well as chemotherapy, radiation, and physical therapy. Still, Victor’s tumor continued t…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Support Surges For Longtime NJ Diner Employee Battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer Support Surges For Longtime NJ Diner Employee Battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer
Support Surges For Longtime NJ Diner Employee Battling Stage 3 Colon Cancer Support is surging for a beloved Morristown Diner employee battling Stage 3 colon cancer. Francisco “Franco,” 39, has been a server at Morristown Diner for many years. With all of his family overseas, his coworkers are rallying to support him emotionally and financially after his difficult diagnosis with Stage 3 colon cancer. “Many of you know Franco as the friendly face that served you at the Morristown Diner, whether it was a late night or early morning, he was always there and ready to work,” reads a post on the diner’s Facebook page. “Now, it’s time for us to help him!” “As his extende…

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by Valerie Musson