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Former NJ High School Pitchers Are Teammates On Yankees — For A New York Minute Former NJ High School Pitchers Are Teammates On Yankees — For A New York Minute
Former NJ High School Pitchers Are Teammates On Yankees — For A New York Minute Two former Toms River High School North baseball players were briefly teammates in Major League Baseball. The New York Yankees traded for Chicago Cubs pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. on Wednesday, July 31, sending infielder Ben Cowles and pitcher Jack Neely to the Windy City. The right-hander is the nephew of Al Leiter, a three-time World Series champion who pitched for the New York Mets and Yankees. The former New Jersey Institute of Technology player was 2-4 in 41 appearances for the Cubs in 2024. He struck out 55 batters and had an earned run average of 4.23 in 38.1 innings. The Leiter trade ca…
John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57 John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57
John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57 John Dabrowski, a Branchburg resident and Bayonne resident, died on Monday, April 8, at the age of 57, according to his obituary on the Stellato Funeral Home website. A graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Dabrowski worked as an IT consultant before making a career transition and becoming co-owner of About You Salon in Bayonne, his obituary reads. In his free time, Dabrowski was a history buff who enjoyed watching documentaries and was a movie buff who could quote lines and discuss trivia, according to his obituary. https://www.stellatofuneralhomes.com/obituaries/john-da…
Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From NJIT Parking Deck Remembered Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From NJIT Parking Deck Remembered
Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From Njit Parking Deck Remembered A 19-year-old student who died in a fall from a parking deck at the New Jersey Institute of Technology this month is being remembered as a “faithful friend” and a “beacon of positivity.” Elna Nandako Nyongesa died in Newark on Saturday, Nov. 11, her obituary says.  "With heavy hearts, we share the heartbreaking loss of Elna Nyongesa, who was suddenly taken from us on November 11, 2023," reads a GoFundMe for her family.  "Elna, our shining star, was a student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology who tragically died after falling from the parking deck at her school, leaving be…
American Family Care:  Why It Is Much More Than Urgent Care American Family Care:  Why It Is Much More Than Urgent Care
American Family Care: Why It Is Much More Than Urgent Care American Family Care (AFC), the nation’s leading provider of urgent care and accessible primary care, is now serving patients in Old Bridge, New Jersey. AFC Old Bridge, a new state-of-the-art medical facility, is located at 1120 US-9, near Wal-Mart. “AFC Old Bridge is now open seven days a week for patients who need to see a medical provider right away, whether it is for a rapid COVID test, another sudden illness like flu or RSV, or even a broken bone,” explained Dr. Krishna Konakondla, Medical Director of AFC Old Bridge. The healthcare services provided at AFC not only save local familie…
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…
Hudson County Math Tutor Omar Pershad, 30, Mourned As 'Old Soul, Fast Walker' Hudson County Math Tutor Omar Pershad, 30, Mourned As 'Old Soul, Fast Walker'
Hudson County Math Tutor Omar Pershad, 30, Mourned As 'Old Soul, Fast Walker' Omar Pershad, a 30-year-old Jersey City resident, died on Saturday, July 22, according to his obituary. Pershad was a mathematics tutor at Hudson County Community College and a graduate of Hudson County Community College, New Jersey City University and New Jersey Institute of Technology, his obituary reads. He was described as an "old soul", who enjoyed dancing, music, meeting new people and was a voracious walker, according to his obituary. My friend. My brother. The guy who always say “I’m proud of you bro “ We had a great childhood together. From frying... Posted by Trini Chris on …
NJIT Student Fighting For His Life After Major Crash NJIT Student Fighting For His Life After Major Crash
Njit Student Fighting For His Life After Major Crash A New Jersey Institute of Technology senior is fighting for his life after a serious car crash. Vinamra Sharma has been taken off a ventilator but suffers severe brain swelling after multiple surgeries, stemming from a crash on Nov. 12, said Abhishek Sharma, who organized a GoFundMe page. Vinamra was on his way home from the university's campus in Newark when the crash occurred, knocking him unconscious the GoFundMe says. The student was rushed to Rutgers University Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Within 10 days, Vinamra had undergone four br…
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…
WILD CHASE: Stolen Car Driver With Two Flats Hits Police Car, Parked Vehicles, Flees South WILD CHASE: Stolen Car Driver With Two Flats Hits Police Car, Parked Vehicles, Flees South
Wild Chase: Stolen Car Driver With Two Flats Hits Police Car, Parked Vehicles, Flees South Two thieves led police on a wild stolen car chase through Bergen County on what became two flat front tires. A Little Ferry police cruiser was struck during the pursuit, which began in Ridgefield and went through several towns -- on highways as well as back streets -- before winding up back there. The driver and his passenger were then somehow able to flee south on the New Jersey Turnpike with both the flats and a heavily-damaged front end, police said. Fortunately, no one was injured, Ridgefield Police Chief TJ Gallagher said Thursday. It all began late Wednesday afternoon when the two b…
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…
UPDATED: Coronavirus Concerns Cancel Classes Across NJ UPDATED: Coronavirus Concerns Cancel Classes Across NJ
Updated: Coronavirus Concerns Cancel Classes Across NJ Several schools and universities have cancelled classes in an effort to plan ahead and prevent the spread of coronavirus in New Jersey (scroll for complete list). As of Thursday, there were 29 presumed positive cases in New Jersey, including a 16- and- 17-year-old. UPDATE: All Bergen County schools will close indefinitely as of 3 p.m. Friday, Bergen County Jim Tedesco announced Thursday evening. Rutgers University recently announced classes would be held remotely after spring break. Students were strongly encouraged to remain off campus through April 3. Bergen Community College extended S…
Fire At Noodle Restaurant Near Rutgers-Newark Campus Displaces At Least 10 People Fire At Noodle Restaurant Near Rutgers-Newark Campus Displaces At Least 10 People
Fire At Noodle Restaurant Near Rutgers-Newark Campus Displaces At Least 10 People A fire in Newark caused extensive damage to a noodle restaurant and displaced several residents who were living in adjacent apartments. The blaze broke out at Ramen Gami on Sussex Avenue shortly before 3 a.m. Monday morning, reports say. The tenants living in the apartments above and adjacent to the building were evacuated and temporarily displaced due to damages, the reports said. More than $300 had been raised on a GoFundMe as of Monday morning to support the 10-12 people were displaced by the blaze, including the restaurant's owner, several staff members and students/alumni of…
See Which N.J. Colleges And Universities Ranked Among Nation's Best See Which N.J. Colleges And Universities Ranked Among Nation's Best
See Which N.J. Colleges And Universities Ranked Among Nation's Best The magazine U.S. News and World Report Monday released its rankings of the nation's best colleges and universities. The popular, annual rankings are based on a variety of metrics, including "outcomes" -- what percentage of students earn an undergraduate degree within six years -- as well as class size and standardized test scores.  Nine New Jersey schools were listed among the best in the "National University" category, which includes schools offering a full range of graduate and undergraduate programs.  A New Jersey school that is is consistently at or near the top of the rankin…
VIDEO: NJIT Police Officers Suspended After Youth's Arrest Goes Viral VIDEO: NJIT Police Officers Suspended After Youth's Arrest Goes Viral
Video: Njit Police Officers Suspended After Youth's Arrest Goes Viral Two officers with the New Jersey Institute of Technology's police department were suspended as the school investigates the arrest of a minor on Monday.  A spokesman for the school described the arrest, which occurred near the Newark campus, as "troubling," but declined to release any additional information about the circumstances, including why the youth was stopped by police.  The officers involved were not identified.  “NJIT is part of a larger community, and our university’s partnership with the city of Newark and our shared community is critically important,” the spokesman said. “That …
Need A Checkup? There's A Free Medical Clinic In Newark Saturday Need A Checkup? There's A Free Medical Clinic In Newark Saturday
Need A Checkup? There's A Free Medical Clinic In Newark Saturday An organization affiliated with the New Jersey Institute of Technology is offering free medical screenings and other services Saturday in Newark.  The services will be offered free to all attendees of the event, which is being held at Barringer High School, 90 Parker St., from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The screenings are being offered by the New Jersey Innovation Institute, a corporation of the New Jersey Institute of Technology.  The Pop Up Health Clinic will provide basic tests, such as height, weight, blood pressure and glucose level, as well as information and referrals …
NJ Flags Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Pioneering Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson NJ Flags Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Pioneering Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson
NJ Flags Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Pioneering Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson The state and U.S. flags were lowered over the Statehouse in Trenton Monday to honor Kenneth Gibson, who became the first black mayor of a major Northeastern city when he was elected in Newark in 1970.  Gibson died Friday. He was 86.  Gibson came to power at a time when New Jersey's largest city was still recovering from a devastating riot three years earlier, part of a wave of racial violence sweeping the nation touched off partly by assassinations of prominent civll rights leaders, including Martin Luther King.  Born in Alabama, Gibson attended Central High School and…
VIDEO: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers VIDEO: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers
Video: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers Glen Rock honored a 20-year veteran police lieutenant while welcoming a new department chaplain and two new special police officers. Raised in Glen Rock, Lt. Christopher McInerney began his law enforcement career with the NYPD in 1992 before eventually transferring to his hometown department. As a sergeant, McInerney was appointed in October 2016 as Interim Executive Officer – and played a key role in the reorganization of the department, Police Chief Dean Ackermann said. Mc Inerney was promoted to lieutenant last November and currently serves as a platoon commander and professional standa…