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NJ Skating Coach Sexually Assaulted Girl In 1990s, Prosecutor Says NJ Skating Coach Sexually Assaulted Girl In 1990s, Prosecutor Says
NJ Skating Coach Sexually Assaulted Girl In 1990s, Prosecutor Says A 75-year-old South Jersey skating coach was arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a minor in the 1990s, authorities announced Monday, July 6. The victim, now in her late 40s, told the United States Center for SafeSport that Ralph Marinelli, of Ventnor, sexually assaulted her when she was 14 years old and he was 40 years old while he was her personal skating coach at Young's Skating Center in Mays Landing, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. The woman said she was groomed and sexually abused by Marinelli from 1992 through 1995, authorities said. Evidence collected by polic…

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by Sam Barron
Politics
Trump Says Restraining Order Needed For World Leader Trump Says Restraining Order Needed For World Leader
Trump Says Restraining Order Needed For World Leader A diplomatic feud that was already tense has taken another public turn. President Donald Trump shared a meme-style image on Truth Social on Sunday, July 5, aimed at Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, days before NATO leaders gather in Ankara, Turkey. The image shows Meloni smiling while looking up at Trump. Text across the top says, "RESTRAINING ORDER NEEDED." Trump shared the post on Truth Social without additional written comment. The jab follows weeks of public tension between Trump and Meloni, who had once positioned herself as a bridge between Washington and European leaders. Da…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Flooding Causes Lane Closures In South Jersey: NJDOT Flooding Causes Lane Closures In South Jersey: NJDOT
Flooding Causes Lane Closures In South Jersey: Njdot Flooding throughout South Jersey has led to numerous lane closures backing up traffic on Monday, July 6, authorities said. Flooding on Route 130 has led to lanes being closed in Pennsauken Township in both directions on Route 70 and in both directions south of Route 76 in Gloucester City, the New Jersey Department of Transportation said. Flooding also led to lanes being closed on Route 30 in both directions on Route 676/Ben Franklin Bridge in Camden, NJ DOT said. While all lanes are open on the Betsy Ross Bridge in both directions from Mid-Span in Philadelphia to New Jersey in Pennsauken T…

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by Sam Barron
Police & Fire
PA Teen Brandished Shotgun In North Wildwood: Police PA Teen Brandished Shotgun In North Wildwood: Police
PA Teen Brandished Shotgun In North Wildwood: Police An 18-year-old Pennsylvania resident brandished a shotgun in North Wildwood on Sunday, July 5, authorities said. Officers responded to the 2100 block of Surf Avenue for a verbal altercation involving a firearm after Noah Linderman, a Swarthmore resident, retrieved a shotgun from a vehicle and displayed to a group of people involved in the dispute, North Wildwood police said. As officers responded, Linderman hid the shotgun inside a vehicle, police said. After placing the shotgun in the vehicle, Linderman was restrained until police arrival, law enforcement said. A search warrant led to the…

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by Sam Barron
Business
Burger King Expands Menu With New Chicken Sandwich Options Burger King Expands Menu With New Chicken Sandwich Options
Burger King Expands Menu With New Chicken Sandwich Options Burger King is giving one of its longest-running menu items a couple of new twists. The Miami-based chain is expanding its Original Chicken Sandwich lineup with two limited-time varieties, according to a news release on Monday, July 6. The Loaded Jalapeño Original Chicken Sandwich and Club Original Chicken Sandwich will arrive at participating US restaurants on Tuesday, July 7. The Loaded Jalapeño Original Chicken Sandwich features creamy jalapeño sauce, crispy and pickled jalapeños, crispy onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and American cheese. The Club Original Chicken Sandwich includes cris…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Former NFL Player, TV Sports Analyst Arrested Former NFL Player, TV Sports Analyst Arrested
Former NFL Player, TV Sports Analyst Arrested A former football standout who became a familiar TV voice is facing a new legal issue. Marcellus Wiley, 51, was arrested in Orange County, Florida, on Saturday, July 4, on a domestic battery charge, according to multiple reports. The former NFL defensive end and longtime sports analyst was initially held without bond, according to ABC affiliate WFTV in Orlando and People. No details about the alleged incident, including the location or others involved, had been publicly released as of Sunday, July 5, WFTV reported. Wiley is the husband of Annemarie Wiley, an alum of "Real Housewives of Be…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
6-Year-Old Girl Dead In Swimming Accident In NY After Teen’s Rescue Comes Up Short: Police 6-Year-Old Girl Dead In Swimming Accident In NY After Teen’s Rescue Comes Up Short: Police
6-Year-Old Girl Dead In Swimming Accident In NY After Teen’s Rescue Comes Up Short: Police A 6-year-old New York girl died while swimming off the coast of Long Island on the Fourth of July despite the valiant efforts of her family, police said. Kiara Paolasin, of Brooklyn, and her family were celebrating the holiday at a beach near Sebonic Creek at the Great Peconic Bay, the Southampton Town Police Department said. Kiara went into the water after a shoe that was floating away around 8 a.m., witnesses told police. She was swept away by the creek current into the bay, authorities said. A 16-year-old family member went into the water after Kiara in an attempt to save her but couldn…

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by Joe Wilkinson
Business
Norway Celebrates World Cup Win With 20 Pizzas (And Bizarre Request) From Unlikely NJ Spot Norway Celebrates World Cup Win With 20 Pizzas (And Bizarre Request) From Unlikely NJ Spot
Norway Celebrates World Cup Win With 20 Pizzas (And Bizarre Request) From Unlikely NJ Spot Norway's World Cup win at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 5, came with an unusual postgame celebration: 20 pizzas from an unlikely New Jersey restaurant. The order went to Bagels by Jarrett, now known as BXJ, at 451 Mount Pleasant Ave. in West Orange, owner Jarrett Seltzer confirmed to Daily Voice. The request came after one of Seltzer's customers sent him an Instagram message. Her husband, the executive chef at the MC Hotel in Montclair, where Norway's national team was staying, needed 20 pizzas. The team's biggest request was simple: "Heavy on the pepperoni." There were also a hand…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Lightning Strike Sets Church Roof Ablaze: Medford PD Lightning Strike Sets Church Roof Ablaze: Medford PD
Lightning Strike Sets Church Roof Ablaze: Medford PD A Medford church was damaged in a multi-alarm roof fire on Friday, July 3, authorities said. That evening, multiple units responded to the church at 199 Church Rd., Medford police said. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze and prevent the fire from spreading to the interior of the church, police said. Multiple alarms were tolled, Taunton Fire Company said. An investigation determined it was caused by a lightning strike to the northern entrance roof, police said. No injuries were reported.

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by Sam Barron
News
41K+ Still Without Power In NJ, Some Won't Get It Back Until Thursday 41K+ Still Without Power In NJ, Some Won't Get It Back Until Thursday
41K+ Still Without Power In NJ, Some Won't Get It Back Until Thursday More than 41,000 JCP&L customers across New Jersey remained without power on Monday, July 6, after fast-moving weekend storms knocked out electricity to thousands of homes. As of Monday morning, JCP&L reported 41,565 outages statewide. Morris County had the highest number of customers without electricity with 14,321, followed by Monmouth County with 5,637, Sussex County with 5,256, Union County with 4,923, Hunterdon County with 3,694, Somerset County with 2,899, Warren County with 1,997, and Ocean County with 1,724. PSE&G also reported widespread outages on Monday morning. Union…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Bridgeton Teen Mourned After Deadly Stabbing Bridgeton Teen Mourned After Deadly Stabbing
Bridgeton Teen Mourned After Deadly Stabbing Jamar Byrd was fatally stabbed in Bridgeton on Tuesday, June 30, authorities said. A GoFundMe has been established by his father, Jamar Byrd, Sr., to support the family in the wake of his death. "His life was taken far too soon," Byrd wrote. "I watched helplessly as he fought for his life, and our family is devastated by this unimaginable loss. The pain and trauma of that night have left us struggling to cope, and we are doing our best to support each other through this difficult time."  At 3:05 p.m., Bridgeton police responded to Ivy Square Apartments on Cottage Avenue and found B…

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by Sam Barron
Business
Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season
Pringles Releases Flavored Hot Dog Buns For Summer Cookout Season Pringles is adding a new twist to summer cookouts with limited-edition hot dog buns inspired by three of its flavors. The snack brand officially unveiled its new Pop Dog Buns on Monday, July 6. The potato-based buns are based on BBQ, Honey Mustard, and Sour Cream & Onion potato crisps. The limited-edition buns are 7.5 inches long and packaged in Pringles-style cans. Fans can get the buns during two online drops at noon on Wednesday, July 8, and Wednesday, July 15, which is National Hot Dog Day. The Sour Cream & Onion buns feature tangy, savory, and creamy flavors, while t…

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by Chris Spiker