New Jersey's Best Private High Schools Ranked: Patch PM

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New Jersey’s Best Private High Schools Ranked

A new list compiled by Niche.com, an information service provider, ranks the state’s best private high schools.

The list includes 100 private high schools in New Jersey and was created using statistics, student and parent reviews, and expert insights, the website says.

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• The NFL football player said he was playing joke on teammate, and not being malicious toward athletic trainer, affidavit reveals.

Minor Earthquake Jiggles North Jersey Thursday Night

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