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SNOW WATCH (UPDATE): Nor’easter Now Expected To Drop Up To 18 Inches In Some Counties SNOW WATCH (UPDATE): Nor’easter Now Expected To Drop Up To 18 Inches In Some Counties
Snow Watch (Update): Nor’easter Now Expected To Drop Up To 18 Inches In Some Counties UPDATE: Forecasts of the coming snowfall leaped to 18 inches, with blizzard-like conditions, for several New Jersey counties beginning Sunday night. That means travel will be “very difficult to impossible” beginning with the arrival of a prolonged nor’easter around 7 p.m. Sunday and continuing through 1 p.m. Tuesday, the National Weather Service said Sunday morning. Morris, Sussex and Warren counties are expected to get the worst of it, with 15 to 19 inches of snow expected. Most of the snow there will fall during daylight Monday at a projected clip of an inch an hour during its height. Th…

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by Jerry DeMarco
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Pennsylvania Resort Where 'The Bachelor' Was Filmed Makes For Enchanting Winter Getaway Pennsylvania Resort Where 'The Bachelor' Was Filmed Makes For Enchanting Winter Getaway
Pennsylvania Resort Where 'The Bachelor' Was Filmed Makes For Enchanting Winter Getaway Your vacation doesn't have to be as drama-filled as this season of "The Bachelor," but it can be just as fun.  The Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, where Matt James' season of the ABC reality dating show filmed last fall, has plenty to offer. James and the nearly 30 women vying for his love had to follow strict COVID-19 guidelines while filming -- and the resort expects the same for any new visitors. The 2,000 acre getaway sits 70 miles from Pittsburgh with 320 bedrooms, and multiple buildings with their own style. The Chateau is the massive castle-like building that was shown o…

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by Nicole Acosta
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COVID-19: Overwhelming Majority Of New Jerseyans Staying Home For Thanksgiving, Survey Says COVID-19: Overwhelming Majority Of New Jerseyans Staying Home For Thanksgiving, Survey Says
Covid-19: Overwhelming Majority Of New Jerseyans Staying Home For Thanksgiving, Survey Says An overwhelming majority of New Jersey residents questioned for a recent survey said they won’t be traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday, and nearly half blame COVID-19. “Given the recent surge in COVID-19 and the strong urging of Governor Murphy and public health officials for everyone to stay home for the holiday, the Thanksgiving travel landscape continues to change,” says Robert Sinclair Jr., the senior manager of public affairs for AAA Northeast. Of nearly 800 New Jersey residents who responded to a new AAA survey several days ago: 88% say they’ll be staying home for the Thanksgivin…

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by Jerry DeMarco
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COVID-19: CDC Updates Thanksgiving Guidelines COVID-19: CDC Updates Thanksgiving Guidelines
Covid-19: CDC Updates Thanksgiving Guidelines The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has updated previously released guidelines for Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic. "Unfortunately, the COVID-19 epidemic is worsening, and small household gatherings are an important contributor to the rise in COVID-19 cases," the agency said in a statement released Monday, Nov. 9. "Traditional Thanksgiving gatherings with family and friends are fun but can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu." The CDC says "the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving this year is with people in your household." 'If you…

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by Joe Lombardi
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INSTANT MILLIONAIRE: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing INSTANT MILLIONAIRE: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing
Instant Millionaire: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing New Jersey Lottery picked another "million dollar replay millionaire" on Friday in Asbury Park. James Wood of Little Egg Harbor in Ocean County won $1 million. Wood was speechless as he grabbed a giant replica of his check before asking, "Can I take it home?" Wood was selected from 15 million entries, "second chance" losing instant lottery tickets. Woods told Lottery officials he is still in shock, and feels like his wildest dreams have finally come true.  When asked if they had any plans for the big prize, James mentioned his family was hoping to take a vacation to Hawaii this s…

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by Jon Craig
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Soon You'll Be Able To Fly Nonstop From Newark To New Zealand, Airline Says Soon You'll Be Able To Fly Nonstop From Newark To New Zealand, Airline Says
Soon You'll Be Able To Fly Nonstop From Newark To New Zealand, Airline Says Air New Zealand announced Wednesday it will offer nonstop service from Newark Liberty International Airport to the island nation beginning next year.  The new route was announced by the airline's CEO, Jeff McDowall, who said the airline was awaiting final regulatory approval and other agreements.  The airline plans to fly its 275-seat  787-9 'Code 2' three times a week year-round beginning in October 2020. The flight to Auckland will take nearly 18 hours and will be the fifth-longest route in the world, at about 8,700 miles. The trip back clocks in at a shorter 15 hours and 4…

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by Paul Milo
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Remember Sabrina Ferrara Of River Vale, 27, When You See A Butterfly Flutter By Remember Sabrina Ferrara Of River Vale, 27, When You See A Butterfly Flutter By
Remember Sabrina Ferrara Of River Vale, 27, When You See A Butterfly Flutter By The next time you see a butterfly, remember Sabrina Ferrara. That's what the 27-year-old's family has kindly requested in a heartfelt obituary they penned in her memory, following her death on Sept. 29. Scroll down for service information. Animals, traveling and obstacle racing were some of the things that the River Vale resident loved. "Sabrina had a wonderful smile that would light up a room," they wrote.  "She was creative, artistic and displayed an unrelenting enthusiasm for any endeavor she set her mind to." Animals, traveling and obstacle racing were some of the things that Sab…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Nutley Man Hits 21 Million Frequent Flier Miles, Sets Record Nutley Man Hits 21 Million Frequent Flier Miles, Sets Record
Nutley Man Hits 21 Million Frequent Flier Miles, Sets Record A Nutley man who already held the record for most miles flown outdid himself this month, breaking his own record by reaching the 21 million-mile mark.  "I'm a flying junkie," Tom Stuker, 65, told The New York Post.  “If I spend more than a week in one place, I’m like, ‘I gotta get back in the air.’ I’m more afraid to be on the ground than in the air.” Today we celebrated United’s #1 flyer for achieving 21 million miles!!! Congrats Tom! @united @mcgrath_jonna @MikeHannaUAL #unitedglobalservices pic.twitter.com/TH49nUebsj — Tim Rakowiecki (@TimRakowiecki) July 23, 2019  Ruker, who racks…

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by Paul Milo
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It Adds Up: Fliers Left More Than $41K At Newark Airport Security In '18 It Adds Up: Fliers Left More Than $41K At Newark Airport Security In '18
It Adds Up: Fliers Left More Than $41K At Newark Airport Security In '18 The nation's airports recovered nearly $1 million in unclaimed money in 2018, including $85,930 in foreign currency, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration Agency reported.  Newark Liberty International Airport was fifth in the country, with $41,026 in cash left behind. The money was left at security checkpoints, TSA said.  John F. Kennedy led the nation in unclaimed cash, with $72,392, while LaGuardia reported $17,906 found.  Most of the money was in the form of loose change and wallets containing cash that was placed in checkpoint bins before travelers passed thro…

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by Paul Milo
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Clifton Couple Instant Millionaires In New Jersey Lottery Clifton Couple Instant Millionaires In New Jersey Lottery
Clifton Couple Instant Millionaires In New Jersey Lottery A couple from Clifton became millionaires Friday at the New Jersey Lottery's Million Dollar Replay Grand Prize drawing in Asbury Park. Sal Farino watched his wife Debby jump for joy when his name was called at the event, winning $1 million. Sal says the greatest relief is the comfort this will bring him in his recent retirement after 45 years. The couple had joked about purchasing an RV if they won, but they say it may not be a joke anymore. They plan on traveling and enjoying retirement. Englewood's Erwin Killip won $25,000 at the event.

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by Cecilia Levine
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Clifton Native Christine Moschella Benavente 'Taught Grace Under Pressure' Clifton Native Christine Moschella Benavente 'Taught Grace Under Pressure'
Clifton Native Christine Moschella Benavente 'Taught Grace Under Pressure' Christine Benavente of Pequannock died on Feb. 21 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 48 years old. The Clifton native was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer in June 2017.  She lived her life with velocity, her husband Michael said in a Facebook tribute "and she literally did not stop until she could no longer physically move. "Christine taught all of us the true meaning of grace under pressure." Christine's passion for travel began her junior year of high school when she landed her first job at Travel World, her obituary says. She began a corporate travel job at VTS (Direc…

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by Cecilia Levine
Weather
March Roars In Like A Lion: Get Set For 1-2-3 Punch Of Storms March Roars In Like A Lion: Get Set For 1-2-3 Punch Of Storms
March Roars In Like A Lion: Get Set For 1-2-3 Punch Of Storms The light snow that ushered in the first day of March on Friday morning caused slippery travel and delayed school starts. But it was just a preview of coming attractions with three -- yes, three -- more storms expected the next three days. Did we mention yet that March has come roaring in like a lion? After a cloudy day Friday with a high temperature in the upper 30s, another round of snow moves in after 1 a.m. Saturday, March 2. Expect at least 1 to 3 inches of snowfall before the snow tapers off around 10 a.m. Saturday. Saturday's high temperature will climb to nearly 40 with wind…

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by Joe Lombardi