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NJ Army Vet Competes For Love On 'The Bachelorette' NJ Army Vet Competes For Love On 'The Bachelorette'
NJ Army Vet Competes For Love On 'The Bachelorette' A New Jersey resident is one of 29 contestants competing on this season of "The Bachelorette" on ABC. This season, starring Charity Lawson, premiers Monday, June 26 at 9 p.m. EST. Nick "Nic" Barber, 31, of Bayonne, is humble and ready to find love, according to his bio on the show. "He’s traveled the world and is looking for a life partner to adventure with, so Charity, get your passport ready," the bio reads.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nic Barber (@nicbarber97) Nic is looking for a relationship where he and his future w…

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by Cecilia Levine
Legal
Former NFL Great From NJ Al 'Bubba' Baker Battles It Out With 'Shark Tank' Star Daymond John Former NFL Great From NJ Al 'Bubba' Baker Battles It Out With 'Shark Tank' Star Daymond John
Former NFL Great From NJ Al 'Bubba' Baker Battles It Out With 'Shark Tank' Star Daymond John The dismissal by a federal judge in Newark of a complaint by a former Garden State-grown NFL star against “Shark Tank” regular Daymond John hasn’t slowed an ongoing battle between them. John is seeking both a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction against Al “Bubba” Baker and his daughter, Brittani, to stop them from trashing him over what they say has been a “nightmare” experience since their appearance on the ABC reality show. The Bakers -- including Bubba's wife, Sabrina -- contend that John and some of his cronies fleeced them after they cut a deal on “Shark Tank” to …

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by Jerry DeMarco
Obituaries
'General Hospital' Star Jacklyn Zeman, North Jersey Native, Dies At 70 'General Hospital' Star Jacklyn Zeman, North Jersey Native, Dies At 70
'General Hospital' Star Jacklyn Zeman, North Jersey Native, Dies At 70 Jacklyn Zeman, who portrayed nurse Bobbie Spencer on "General Hospital" for more than 40 years, has died, executive producer Frank Valenti announced on Twitter On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved @JackieZeman. Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and true professional that brought so much positive energy with her to work. pic.twitter.com/DxGdjYavab — Frank Valentini (@valentinifrank) May 11, 2023 Zeman was born in Englewood and raised in Bergenfield, graduating from Bergenfield High Sc…

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by Sam Barron
Business
This NJ Spot Has Best Cheesesteaks In Philly — Wait What? This NJ Spot Has Best Cheesesteaks In Philly — Wait What?
This NJ Spot Has Best Cheesesteaks In Philly — Wait What? Philadelphia has no shortage of great cheesesteaks, but for the best of the best, you might have to drive across the river.  That's according to "Bon Appetit" magazine, which ranked Donkey's Place of New Jersey in its list of the Best Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia last Tuesday, April 11.  Geographical concerns aside, fans of the family-run chain say Donkey's holds its own with Philly's best. In addition to cracking "Bon Appetit's" list, the Jersey eatery holds the number 20 slot for best Philly-area cheesesteaks on Yelp.  As well, Donkey's distance from Philly proper might actually be a bl…

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by Mac Bullock
Lifestyle
Can You Read Clifton Native Rachel Zegler's Lips On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live?' Can You Read Clifton Native Rachel Zegler's Lips On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live?'
Can You Read Clifton Native Rachel Zegler's Lips On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live?' New Jersey's Rachel Zegler appears to be in complete shock as she walks on the set of "Jimmy Kimmel Live." Wearing a little black dress and a great, big smile, the Clifton native appears to mouth "What is happening?" as she makes her way toward the host on the March 14 taping. The 21-year-old actress had her big Hollywood break at just 16 years old, when she was cast as Maria in Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story." Seems like the reality of stardom is still sinking in for Zegler. View this post on Instagram A post shared by rachel zegler (…

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by Cecilia Levine
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NJ's Kelly Ripa Getting New Co-Host On Morning Talk Show — Her Husband NJ's Kelly Ripa Getting New Co-Host On Morning Talk Show — Her Husband
NJ's Kelly Ripa Getting New Co-Host On Morning Talk Show — Her Husband New Jersey native and longtime television personality Kelly Ripa will be getting a new co-host on her morning ABC talkshow. Ryan Seacrest announced on the Thursday, Feb. 15 episode of "Live with Kelly and Ryan" that he'll be departing the show. His replacement? Mark Consuelos.  Seacrest called the move a "tough, tough decision," and noted he initially planned for a three-year stint. But, that turned to six years of co-hosting alongside Camden County's Ripa. Seacrest promised he'll be back to fill in when needed. Kelly was raised in Camden County where her father serves as the Democr…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Emmy-Nominated Producer Charged In Child Porn Scandal: Feds Emmy-Nominated Producer Charged In Child Porn Scandal: Feds
Emmy-Nominated Producer Charged In Child Porn Scandal: Feds A former ABC employee and Emmy Award-nominated journalist is facing federal charges for transporting photos that show the sexual abuse of children, said officials who noted he had been corresponding with others who “expressed enthusiasm for the sexual abuse of children.” James Gordon Meek, who resigned from ABC in April 2022 the day his Virginia home was raided, had several devices that contained images depicting children engaging in sexually explicit conduct, the US Department of Justice announced. Meek also had engaged in multiple conversations over apps and other platforms with…

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by Zak Failla
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Jersey City Model Revealed Contestant On 'The Bachelor' Jersey City Model Revealed Contestant On 'The Bachelor'
Jersey City Model Revealed Contestant On 'The Bachelor' A model and business owner from Jersey City will be competing for love on the upcoming season of ABC's "The Bachelor." Brianna Kay, 24, is among the 32 women featured on the upcoming season with Zach Shallcross as The Bachelor, the network announced Wednesday, Jan. 4. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BRIANNA KAY (@iambriannakay) View this post on Instagram A post shared by BRIANNA KAY (@iambriannakay) Kay is the founder of BourneBeautyCo, which sells a USB-powered makeup blending b…

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by Cecilia Levine
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NJ Men Competing On 'The Bachelorette' NJ Men Competing On 'The Bachelorette'
NJ Men Competing On 'The Bachelorette' A pair of New Jersey bachelors will be competing on Season 19 of ABC's "The Bachelorette," which aired Monday, July 11. Erich Schwer and Tyler Norris are looking for love with two women featured on this season, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia. Windey and Recchia, who competed are doubling up for Season 19 of the show. WARNING: The following story contains spoilers. Both Garden State natives reportedly made it to the hometown date portion, as reported earlier this year by entertainment news reporter Reality Steve. Schwer was spotted in Bedminster with Windey, while Norris was seen in Wild…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
NJ Teacher Saves Student Choking On Water Bottle Cap (VIDEO) NJ Teacher Saves Student Choking On Water Bottle Cap (VIDEO)
NJ Teacher Saves Student Choking On Water Bottle Cap (Video) The moment a New Jersey math teacher came to the rescue of a 9-year-old student choking on a bottle cap was captured in an action-packed video clip making headlines across the state. Robert, a third-grade student at the East Orange Community Charter School, had gotten the cap stuck in his throat after trying to remove it from a water bottle with his mouth during a lesson on Wednesday, April 6, News12 Bronx reports. The clip first shows Robert running to the sink and attempting to “cough it out,” as he describes in an interview with ABC. When that failed, he ran to his teacher, JaNiece Jen…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
NJ Singer Sheds Tears As 'American Idol' Run Ends NJ Singer Sheds Tears As 'American Idol' Run Ends
NJ Singer Sheds Tears As 'American Idol' Run Ends Cole Hallman's "American Idol" run has come to a tearful end. The 22-year-old Manasquan resident performed "How Sweet It Is" with Cadence Baker of Alabama as a duet in Sunday night's show. The judge's noticed Hallman was slightly hoarse and opined his performance was "underwhelming." “Cole, you have a tremendous amount of talent to build on," judge Luke Bryan said. "But for right now it’s the end of the road." American Idol on ABC | Season 5 | Hollywood Week 2 #AmericanIdol #TalentRecap #Audition Watch our weekly @Talent Recap Talent Recap Hallman shed some tears and reflected on…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
TONIGHT: Don't Miss North Jersey Native, Princeton Student On 'Jeopardy!' TONIGHT: Don't Miss North Jersey Native, Princeton Student On 'Jeopardy!'
Tonight: Don't Miss North Jersey Native, Princeton Student On 'Jeopardy!' A North Jersey native and Princeton University student is participating in Tuesday night’s round of the Jeopardy National College Championship on ABC. The lucky and talented contestant is Ella Feiner, a chemical engineering major from Ridgewood, according to an Instagram post from Princeton wishing her well. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Princeton University (@princeton) Feiner, a senior, says she first bonded over the trivia show and yearned to become a contestant while watching with her friends during her freshman year, acco…

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by Valerie Musson