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Manasquan HS Sues NJSIAA To Overturn Basketball Playoff Loss On Blown Call: 'We Want Answers' Manasquan HS Sues NJSIAA To Overturn Basketball Playoff Loss On Blown Call: 'We Want Answers'
Manasquan HS Sues Njsiaa To Overturn Basketball Playoff Loss On Blown Call: 'We Want Answers' After its last-second playoff win was taken away by a referee mistake, a Jersey Shore high school boys basketball team is in another race against the clock. Manasquan High School has filed a lawsuit to block the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) from holding its Group 2 state championship game at noon on Saturday, Mar. 9.  @dailyvoicenewjersey Manasquan High School has filed a lawsuit to block the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) from holding its Group 2 state championship game at noon on Saturday, Mar. 9. The …
Seton Hall Student, 21, ID'd As Person Fatally Struck By Train In South Orange: NJ Transit Seton Hall Student, 21, ID'd As Person Fatally Struck By Train In South Orange: NJ Transit
Seton Hall Student, 21, ID'd As Person Fatally Struck By Train In South Orange: NJ Transit A 21-year-old man was identified as the person fatally struck by a train in South Orange on Wednesday, Dec. 13, NJ Transit officials said. Joseph DeBari, a junior accounting major at Seton Hall University, was struck by a train not in passenger service, west of the South Orange station around 7:35 p.m., NJ Transit officials said. The train was being moved eastbound on the Morris and Essex Line and no customers were on board and no crew were injured, NJ Transit said. A lifelong Bridgewater resident, DeBari was an avid sports fan, who rooted for the Mets and Seton Hall basketball, editing th…
Seton Hall Basketball Star Safe After Hamas Attacks Seton Hall Basketball Star Safe After Hamas Attacks
Seton Hall Basketball Star Safe After Hamas Attacks Isaiah Whitehead, who played two seasons for the Seton Hall University Pirates, said he was safe following the Hamas attacks on Israel. Whitehead is overseas playing for Ironi Ness Ziona in the Israeli Basketball League. Made It Out Of Israel Safely! I Continue To Pray For Those Impacted By What’s Going 🙏🏾🇮🇱 — Isaiah Whitehead (@isaiahwhitehead) October 8, 2023 "This is crazy," Whitehead said during the attacks. "Prayers to Israel." Hamas, which controls Gaza, launched a surprise attack on Israel, wounding thousands and killing hundreds in the longtime conflict. “Citizens of Israel,"…
Mom, 73, Son Found Shot Dead In NJ Home Mom, 73, Son Found Shot Dead In NJ Home
Mom, 73, Son Found Shot Dead In NJ Home A 73-year-old grandmother and her 33-year-old son were found shot dead in her Clifton home, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. Investigators said Peter Koc apparently fired the shots that killed him and Zofia Koc in the 3rd Street home that she and his late father bought when was a toddler. However, they have more work to do before officially determining whether it was a murder-suicide or an incident that may have begun with an unintentional shooting, Daily Voice has learned. Police found the bodies, and the gun, while conducting a requested welfare check at the family’s home near Hadley …
Best Colleges In NJ: Website Releases 2024 Rankings Best Colleges In NJ: Website Releases 2024 Rankings
Best Colleges In NJ: Website Releases 2024 Rankings The grades have been posted. Just in time for the 2023-24 school year, Niche.com has released its list of best colleges in New Jersey. In fact, several universities in the Garden State also made the popular ranking site's list of best colleges in America — with Princeton coming in at No. 5 (click here to read up on how the list was compiled). The top 10 universities in New Jersey according to Niche are: No. 1. Princeton University No. 2. Rutgers University New Brunswick, Piscataway No. 3. Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken No. 4. The College of New Jersey, Ewing No. 5. Rutgers Univ…
Mahwah Swears In New Police Chief Touted For Professionalism, Communication, Dedication Mahwah Swears In New Police Chief Touted For Professionalism, Communication, Dedication
Mahwah Swears In New Police Chief Touted For Professionalism, Communication, Dedication A highly decorated and widely respected law enforcement veteran was sworn to office as Mahwah’s 9th police chief in the township’s nearly 80-year history. Timothy O'Hara was sworn in Thursday night, July 20, by Mahwah Municipal Court Judge Richard Brady, who also happens to be a retired chief of police from Waldwick. Mayor Jim Wysocki's nomination of O'Hara was unanimously approved by the Township Council last month. Wysocki, who’s a former Mahwah police officer, cited O’Hara’s professionalism, among other strengths. The new chief understands the value of communicating with the community…
Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise
Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise A highly decorated and widely respected law enforcement veteran was unanimously approved as Mahwah's new police chief Monday night. Timothy O'Hara was chosen by Mayor Jim Wysocki as the 9th police chief in Mahwah's nearly 80-year-history. The Township Council approved the appointment of O'Hara at the June 19 public meeting to succeed four-year Police Chief Stephen Jaffe, whose retirement becomes effective July 1. The vote was 7-0. Wysocki said O'Hara is an excellent choice because of his professionalism, among other strengths. The mayor should know -- he's a retired police township polic…
Good Boy! Service Dog Gets Diploma From Seton Hall University Good Boy! Service Dog Gets Diploma From Seton Hall University
Good Boy! Service Dog Gets Diploma From Seton Hall University Seton Hall University awarded 2,337 students with diplomas at its commencement ceremony on Monday, May 22. And one very special dog. Justin, a service dog for student Grace Mariani, received his own special diploma at the ceremony held at the Prudential Center in Newark after accompanying her to all of her classes. Mariani, a Mahwah resident, earned a Bachelor of Science in Education degree. After Mariani received her diploma, Seton Hall President Dr. Joseph Nye had a special treat for Justin. The six-year-old yellow lab/golden retriever mix, who was wearing his own cap for the occasion, sn…
Former Lyndhurst HS Football Captain Nick Cimicata Dies, 20 Former Lyndhurst HS Football Captain Nick Cimicata Dies, 20
Former Lyndhurst HS Football Captain Nick Cimicata Dies, 20 Former Lyndhurst High School Varsity Football Captain Nick Cimicata died on Thursday, March 16. He was 20 years old. Nick played basketball and football at Lyndhurst High School (Class of 2021), where he was also the vice president of Future Business Leaders of America, his obituary says. Affectionately known as "Nicky Blue," he also served as the coach of Savino's in the township's Little League program, and as a 10U travel coach. At the time of his death, Nick was working toward a degree in accounting at Seton Hall University, where he made Dean's List. Nick Cimicata and Rich Tuero.…
These New Jersey Colleges Ranked Among Best In America These New Jersey Colleges Ranked Among Best In America
These New Jersey Colleges Ranked Among Best In America New Jersey boasts one of the highest college graduation rates in America, and with top-rated small and large, public and private universities, it's no surprise since there seems to be a school to fit every sort of student— 30 of which have ranked among the top 1,500 on the US News & World Report's 2022-2023 Best Colleges.  Princeton was the highest ranking overall in both the state and the country. The first place status has it outranking MIT, Harvard, Stafford, Yale — the latter three of which tied— the University of Chicago, and the University of Pennsylvania— which tied…
Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32 Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32
Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32 Support is on the rise for a heartbroken family following the unexpected death of a beloved videographer from Jersey City. Michael J. Cruz died on Thursday, May 26 at the age of 32. Michael graduated from Seton Hall University, where he served as a National Stroll Captain and was a devoted member of the Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, his obituary says. A dedicated videographer, Michael was described as an upbeat man full of passion and creativity and was known for his love of skateboarding and movies. Michael is survived by his loving mother, Venus Banguela; father, Luis Alvarez …
These Are The Best Colleges In New Jersey, Website Says These Are The Best Colleges In New Jersey, Website Says
These Are The Best Colleges In New Jersey, Website Says Niche has released its 2022 rankings of the best colleges in New Jersey. Princeton University was ranked first among the top 10 in the state. The calculations were based on "an analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students and alumni." Niche said. "The ranking compares more than 1,000 top colleges and universities in the U.S. This year's rankings have reduced the weight of ACT/SAT scores to reflect a general de-emphasis on test scores in the college admissions process," the website added…
Seton Hall Student Dies In Dorm, University Says Seton Hall Student Dies In Dorm, University Says
Seton Hall Student Dies In Dorm, University Says A Seton Hall University student died after suffering a medical emergency in a dorm room Monday, school officials said. The unidentified student was in Neumann Hall at the time of the incident, according to SHU President Joseph E. Nyre. The cause of death was not released, pending a medical examiner's report. The residence hall where the incident occurred was being used as quarantine housing for out-of-state students in the Spring 2021 semester. “We are anguished at the loss of any member of our university family, but especially at the death of a student,” Nyre said.  “We ache w…
NJ College Student Aims To Inspire On TikTok After Video In Mom's Classroom Goes Viral NJ College Student Aims To Inspire On TikTok After Video In Mom's Classroom Goes Viral
NJ College Student Aims To Inspire On TikTok After Video In Mom's Classroom Goes Viral A North Jersey college student is hoping to be one of the brighter lights in the TikTok community. Liam Cassidy first downloaded the video-sharing app during quarantine as a way to pass the time, and began filming his own videos shortly thereafter. It wasn't long before they starting going viral.  "Everything that happens in my head I try to capitalize on," said Cassidy, a 21-year-old Montville native, and bio major at Seton Hall University. "I keep a note page in my phone and I just keep adding to it with whatever funny things come in my head." And later, he translates those ideas into…
Hackensack City Manager, Retired Police Chief Ted Ehrenberg Dies Suddenly Hackensack City Manager, Retired Police Chief Ted Ehrenberg Dies Suddenly
Hackensack City Manager, Retired Police Chief Ted Ehrenberg Dies Suddenly Hackensack City Manager Ted Ehrenberg died unexpectedly overnight Wednesday, ending a long history of public service. The 64-year-old Hackettstown resident was with the Washington Township, Morris County, police department for 28 years before retiring as chief in 2006. He later worked as the borough administrator in Bloomingdale and business administrator in Bloomfield. Ehrenberg also was the CEO of Blue Shield Consulting, a New Jersey-based firm that specialized in municipal government advisory and consultancy services. The East Orange native was graduated from the County College of Morr…
UPDATE: Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted UPDATE: Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted
Update: Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted GoFundMe has deleted a campaign launched by a Hudson County man who authorities said was arrested earlier this month when he tried to meet a 14-year-old child for sex. The page was created Friday by Adamovic, 48, of North Bergen. It hadn't received any donations when Daily Voice published a story about it on Saturday. Soon after, it was removed. Adamovic's social media accounts also disappeared. Adamovic was arrested on Feb. 5 after authorities said he showed up in Bound Brook for sex with what he thought was an underage partner but was actually an undercover detective. Adamovic, a B…
Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted
Fundraiser For NJ Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Underage Teen For Sex Deleted GoFundMe has deleted a campaign launched by a Hudson County man who authorities said was arrested earlier this month when he tried to meet a 14-year-old child for sex. The page was created Friday by Adamovic, 48, of North Bergen. It hadn't received any donations when Daily Voice published a story about it on Saturday. Soon after, it was removed. Adamovic was arrested on Feb. 5 after authorities said he showed up in Bound Brook for sex with what he thought was an underage partner but was actually an undercover detective. Adamovic, a Bogota native who was graduated from Paramus Catholi…
Bergen County Pastor Resigns Amid Pre-2000 Abuse Allegations Bergen County Pastor Resigns Amid Pre-2000 Abuse Allegations
Bergen County Pastor Resigns Amid Pre-2000 Abuse Allegations The pastor of Cliffside Park’s Church of the Epiphany has resigned amid allegations that he abused a minor before he was ordained. The Rev. Bruce Harger, 66, “has not been convicted of any civil or canonical crime” and has denied any wrongdoing, a spokeswoman for the Archdiocese of Newark said. He decided “after thorough and careful consideration” to step down until the matter is resolved, however, “out of concern for the people of the parish and for the benefit of the church,” the spokeswoman, Maria Margiotta, said in a statement. "The alleged abuse occurred before Fr. Harger was associa…
Father, Son Launch Moving Service For Somerset County Seniors Father, Son Launch Moving Service For Somerset County Seniors
Father, Son Launch Moving Service For Somerset County Seniors Father and Son duo George and Damian Pizzo have teamed up to launch a moving service for Somerset County seniors. Their company, Caring Transitions, is designed for seniors who are transitioning to the next phase in their life.  It specializes in decluttering your life through organizing, packing, moving, resettling, in-home estate sales and online auctions, estate clearing and more. Caring Transitions’ service areas include Bridgewater, Basking Ridge, Far Hills, Somerville and the surrounding areas. “Almost everyone has had a personal experience with trying to help a love…