- Breaking News: * 2 FBI agents die in hostage rescue training exercise * China and India's smoldering problem * Opposition group: 23 Hezbollah fighters killed by Syrian rebels * FBI mourns loss of agents in hostage rescue training * Chelsea Flower Show turns 100 * Powerful earthquake hits off coast of Chile * Inside a Bangladesh garment factory that plays by the rules * Defining Moments: Capturing our changing world * Kidnapped civilians among 39 killed in rash of Iraq violence * Return of the Dreamliner: 5 things to know * Flesh-eating bacteria amputee Aimee Copeland uses new bionic hands * Beckham plays final home match to tears and cheers * Iran claims it hanged CIA, Mossad spies * North Korea fires more projectiles into sea off its coast, South says * And the winning numbers for largest Powerball jackpot are ... * AEG execs face questions about Michael Jackson's death * Hot air balloons collide in Turkey, killing 1 person * Damaged commuter rail snarls traffic into New York * Tornadoes wallop several states; 300 homes damaged or destroyed * Opinion: Nigerians ask, are we at war? * First Saudi woman summits Mount Everest * Nigerian forces tout 'massive deployment' against insurgents * Suicide attack kills government leader in northern Afghanistan * Should tennis be worried about the 'kissing disease'? * Four-state tornado outbreak kills 1 * New York slaying considered bias attack * 5 still hospitalized after Connecticut train collision * Violence surges in strategic Syrian city * Ferguson era ends with 10-goal thriller; Arsenal deny Tottenham * Barca celebrate La Liga title at rain-soaked Nou Camp * Hofstra marks student's death with graduation moment of silence * Baghdad, Anbar province racked by violence * CNN Student News Transcript - May 20, 2013 * Whose tech is better: 'Star Trek' or 'Star Wars'? * Obama to new grads: "No time for excuses" * Daily Discussion - May 20, 2013 * Police: Man who fired blanks on Cannes set 'wanted to change world' * Review: 'Star Trek Into Darkness' * Security forces, protesters clash in Tunisia * Anderson Cooper jilted at the aisle in 'SNL' wedding * High school prom, 50 years later * Rome final master classes from Nadal and Serena * Michael Jackson manager's e-mails found, could be key in AEG trial * Denmark wins Eurovision Song Contest * University professor, wife killed in Nebraska * $1 million in Chopard jewels stolen from Cannes hotel, police say * Murder charge stuns some fans of 'Kai the Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker' * Mystery anteater birth, no mate required * Former Chechen rebel: 'I have nothing to do with' Boston bombings * Pakistani voters cast ballots a day after political leader's slaying
- Breaking News: * 2 FBI agents die in hostage rescue training exercise * China and India's smoldering problem * Opposition group: 23 Hezbollah fighters killed by Syrian rebels * FBI mourns loss of agents in hostage rescue training * Chelsea Flower Show turns 100 * Powerful earthquake hits off coast of Chile * Inside a Bangladesh garment factory that plays by the rules * Defining Moments: Capturing our changing world * Kidnapped civilians among 39 killed in rash of Iraq violence * Return of the Dreamliner: 5 things to know * Flesh-eating bacteria amputee Aimee Copeland uses new bionic hands * Beckham plays final home match to tears and cheers * Iran claims it hanged CIA, Mossad spies * North Korea fires more projectiles into sea off its coast, South says * And the winning numbers for largest Powerball jackpot are ... * AEG execs face questions about Michael Jackson's death * Hot air balloons collide in Turkey, killing 1 person * Damaged commuter rail snarls traffic into New York * Tornadoes wallop several states; 300 homes damaged or destroyed * Opinion: Nigerians ask, are we at war? * First Saudi woman summits Mount Everest * Nigerian forces tout 'massive deployment' against insurgents * Suicide attack kills government leader in northern Afghanistan * Should tennis be worried about the 'kissing disease'? * Four-state tornado outbreak kills 1 * New York slaying considered bias attack * 5 still hospitalized after Connecticut train collision * Violence surges in strategic Syrian city * Ferguson era ends with 10-goal thriller; Arsenal deny Tottenham * Barca celebrate La Liga title at rain-soaked Nou Camp * Hofstra marks student's death with graduation moment of silence * Baghdad, Anbar province racked by violence * CNN Student News Transcript - May 20, 2013 * Whose tech is better: 'Star Trek' or 'Star Wars'? * Obama to new grads: "No time for excuses" * Daily Discussion - May 20, 2013 * Police: Man who fired blanks on Cannes set 'wanted to change world' * Review: 'Star Trek Into Darkness' * Security forces, protesters clash in Tunisia * Anderson Cooper jilted at the aisle in 'SNL' wedding * High school prom, 50 years later * Rome final master classes from Nadal and Serena * Michael Jackson manager's e-mails found, could be key in AEG trial * Denmark wins Eurovision Song Contest * University professor, wife killed in Nebraska * $1 million in Chopard jewels stolen from Cannes hotel, police say * Murder charge stuns some fans of 'Kai the Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker' * Mystery anteater birth, no mate required * Former Chechen rebel: 'I have nothing to do with' Boston bombings * Pakistani voters cast ballots a day after political leader's slaying
Newark Advertiser
Second body found at scene of explo...Second body found at scene of explosion [Updated]
Searches ongoing at a house where a gas explosion took place in Newark have revealed a second body.Man killed in gas explosionMan killed in gas explosion
Police can confirm a body has been recovered from the scene of a gas explosion in Newark.Learning how to save livesLearning how to save lives
East Midlands Ambulance Service is offering free emergency life-saving skills training to people in the Newark area.Online help offered for musical tal...Online help offered for musical talent
A young musician and DJ has set up a website to promote emerging musical talent.Ultimate event for equestriansUltimate event for equestrians
An equestrian event featuring displays from the world?s finest horse trainers is to take place in the UK for the first time in Collingham.
Newark Advocate
- Martin Music celebrates 65 years of...
Martin Music celebrates 65 years of musical excellence
It's been 65 years since Newark resident Wayne Martin opened up Martin Music, and although the store has lost its founder and come under new management, the small music store's traditions and legacy carry on.Family mulls future of Kayla 5k eve...Family mulls future of Kayla 5k event
Rufus and Sandra Hurst and their children had decided the 10th annual Kayla 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk on June 8 would be the last, ending on a nice round number.Shrine Tournament moves forwardShrine Tournament moves forward
The Licking County Shrine Tournament is signed, sealed, and delivered for a 68th consecutive year.Severe storms common in OhioSevere storms common in Ohio
Weather disasters aren't just a big deal in the South or along the coasts, according to a new report from Environment Ohio. They also occur with some frequency in Ohio.Crawmer resigns as Licking Valley g...Crawmer resigns as Licking Valley girls basketball coach
After 10 years of dedication and hard work, Ty Crawmer resigned from the Licking Valley girls' basketball head coaching position.Advocate wins 12 Ohio AP awardsAdvocate wins 12 Ohio AP awards
The Advocate and NewarkAdvocate.com won 12 awards, including three first-place honors, on Sunday in the state's most competitive journalism contest.
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- Hilda Lutzke Honored as Older Ameri...
Hilda Lutzke Honored as Older Americans Heritage Month Winner
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. recently recognized Verona resident Hilda Lutzke , a retired English teacher at Weequahic High School in Newark for 40 years and one of the founders of the Newark Teachers Union at an awards ceremony at the Essex County Hospital Center in Cedar Grove.
Branch Brook Park Greenhouse in New...Branch Brook Park Greenhouse in Newark welcomes agriculture secretary
Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. welcomed NJ Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and Newark Mayor Cory Booker to the greenhouse in Essex County Branch Brook Park on May 14.
Nicki Minaj wins first Billboard Mu...Nicki Minaj wins first Billboard Music Award for top rap artist
Taylor Swift performs at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. in this March 29, 2013 file photo.
Column: Gunshots on warm spring eve...Column: Gunshots on warm spring evenings
A few Saturdays ago, at the early evening hour when children linger outside to wring the last fun they can from the day, a series of gunshots split the air near the corner of Chadwick and Avon avenues.
Fresh Air Fund helps open doors to ...Fresh Air Fund helps open doors to kids in Newark
Trish Morris-Yamba, executive director Newark Day Center and Fresh Air Fund speaks at the annual "Campaign Kick-Off Luncheon" at the Newark Museum.
The chance a Newark man didn't wast...The chance a Newark man didn't waste to change his future
Terrell Blount, 28, of Newark on the Rutgers University campus in New Brunswick.
The New York Times
- Suburbs? Share of Poor Has Grown Si...
Suburbs? Share of Poor Has Grown Since 2000
The poverty rate in New York City and Newark declined over the last decade, but the suburbs have gotten poorer.Newark Mayor Discloses $1.3 Million...Newark Mayor Discloses $1.3 Million in Speaking Fees
In forms filed this week in preparation for his campaign for a United States Senate seat, Mayor Cory A. Booker reported being paid $1,327,190 for 96 speeches since 2008.Gunshots on Warm Spring EveningsGunshots on Warm Spring Evenings
Gun violence wreaks havoc on a community. But it?s not just about blood and mayhem.New Jersey Performing Arts Center A...New Jersey Performing Arts Center Announces New Season
A symphonic concert devoted to the music of Led Zeppelin and performances by Motown greats are among the highlights.The Gun Report: May 16, 2013The Gun Report: May 16, 2013
A day in the life of armed America.Newark Archbishop Is Criticized for...Newark Archbishop Is Criticized for His Handling of an Abuse Case
A state senator has called for the archbishop, John J. Myers, to step down after reports that a priest barred from being around children unsupervised had been working recently with youths.
nytimes.com newjersey/newark
- Suburbs? Share of Poor Has Grown Si...
Suburbs? Share of Poor Has Grown Since 2000
The poverty rate in New York City and Newark declined over the last decade, but the suburbs have gotten poorer.Newark Mayor Discloses $1.3 Million...Newark Mayor Discloses $1.3 Million in Speaking Fees
In forms filed this week in preparation for his campaign for a United States Senate seat, Mayor Cory A. Booker reported being paid $1,327,190 for 96 speeches since 2008.Gunshots on Warm Spring EveningsGunshots on Warm Spring Evenings
Gun violence wreaks havoc on a community. But it?s not just about blood and mayhem.New Jersey Performing Arts Center A...New Jersey Performing Arts Center Announces New Season
A symphonic concert devoted to the music of Led Zeppelin and performances by Motown greats are among the highlights.The Gun Report: May 16, 2013The Gun Report: May 16, 2013
A day in the life of armed America.Newark Archbishop Is Criticized for...Newark Archbishop Is Criticized for His Handling of an Abuse Case
A state senator has called for the archbishop, John J. Myers, to step down after reports that a priest barred from being around children unsupervised had been working recently with youths.
Blog.nj.com
- Rutgers graduates largest class in ...
Rutgers graduates largest class in its history; Degrees conferred on 14,000 in the rain
At least 40 killed in Iraq car bomb...At least 40 killed in Iraq car bombings
N.Y. woman arrested after fracas ab...N.Y. woman arrested after fracas about tip in nightclub
Rolling snake eyes: Drop in A.C. re...Rolling snake eyes: Drop in A.C. revenue hits transportation for seniors, disabled
More than 100 pets find homes in Ri...More than 100 pets find homes in Ridgewood adoption event
Fog in parts of N.J. decreases visi...Fog in parts of N.J. decreases visibility
