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PHOTOS: 11-05-09: The Star Ledger's Photos of the Day

• N.J. Election Day 2009

• Nets vs. Sixers photo gallery

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STAR-LEDGER VIDEO: Highlights of Yankees game 6 and ticker-tape parade

Photo highlights of New York Yankees action in Game 6 of the World Series and the parade held for the champions in lower Manhattan. (Video by Bumper DeJesus / The Star-Ledger)

• No. 1 Don Bosco trounces No. 4 St. Peter's 42-9

• Juilliard-trained pipe organist, Joseph Arndt, brings his talent and passion to Newark

• Yankees fans sound off at the World Series ticker-tape parade

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YOUR VIDEOS: Share the videos you've shot - it's easy!; New Jersey Education Briefs â Interview with NJASA President-Elect Judith Rattner (Part 1/2)

For this episode of New Jersey Education Briefs, Dr. Richard Bozza interviews the president-elect of the NJASA, Judith Rattner. In Part 1, Rattner discusses her background as a chief education officer. She then goes on to talk about the Project Connect program in Berkeley Heights and how interdisciplinary studies can benefit students. Please visit www.NJASA.net to learn more about chief education officers and the NJASA.

• New Jersey Education Briefs â Interview with NJASA President-Elect Judith Rattner (Part 2/2)

• This video features me interviewing cast and executives from the "Surviving the Streets" docu-drama screening at the International Independent Film & Video Festival in NYC. The entire film was shot in Newark and includes local actors. Check it out!; UPLOAD HERE »

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Saturday, November 07, 2009

• Cost of rescue is second to saving manatee, agencies say

Friday, November 06, 2009

• Bank's action on unsold townhomes stymies Rahway from foreclosing

• Burglary plea for teen in sex case

• Summit property rezoned for high-density housing

Wednesday, November 04, 2009

• Democrats keep freeholders, but GOP makes solid gains

• Plainfield mayor coasts to win over pair of rivals

Sunday, November 01, 2009

• Healing empty places in the heart

• Healing empty places in the heart

• Rahway sees cash for cleanups as boon to downtown projects

• Westfield on track to silence train horns

• Westfield on track to silence train horns

Saturday, October 31, 2009

• Halloween's a real scream for this street in Union

Friday, October 30, 2009

• Mayors call for rejection of sewer budget

Thursday, October 29, 2009

• Crime, development are key issues for city

• Democrats hold dim hopes for win in the 21st District

• Four candidates vying for seats in 22nd District

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

• Empty storefronts, development are Roselle Park issues

• Suspect held in fatal shooting in Plainfield

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

• Candidates in Fanwood lock horns over tax rates and redevelopment

• Costumed creations adorn central Cranford

• Mom admits neglect of daughter

• Summit candidates vow to cut taxes, maintain services

• Teen denies fatal shooting of another at rink

Sunday, October 25, 2009

• Hillside couple protests judge's decision

• Linden coal plant is prominent issue in 9th Ward race

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