$1M Mega Millions Win As Jackpot Rises: 5 Must-Read NJ Stories

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. An avid diver was killed in a hit-and-run crash at Eagle Rock Reservation in Essex County, his family and friends say. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A grey seal pup that found its way to the sidewalk in Point Pleasant Beach is recovering in the care of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, the center announced. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Police activity at a Union County high school caused all schools in three communities to shelter in place on Monday. (Read more on Patch.)

4. A "major" sewer-line collapse opened a massive sinkhole in a Burlington County neighborhood Sunday, and crews had to create a temporary bypass for water service. (Read more on Patch.)

5. One lucky player in the Garden State purchased a Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million for the most recent drawing Friday. The jackpot is still up for grabs and will increase to $262 million for Tuesday's drawing. (Read more on Patch.)