N.J. Autism Rate Rises To New All-Time High: CDC [Patch PM]

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Autism Rate Among N.J. Children Rises To New High Of 1 In 41

The rate among children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in New Jersey has increased to 1 in 41, according to new information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.

The rate, the highest in the nation, is up 12 percent from the previously released rate of 1 in 45 children in 2014. >>>Read more on Patch

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Northern Lights May Be Visible In N.J. This Weekend

• A rare glimpse of the Northern Lights could be visible over New Jersey this weekend, as auroral activity is predicted to be high.

N.J. High School Pitcher Expected As No. 1 Pick In MLB Draft

• Baseball America projects a Barnegat High School pitcher who throws 97 mph to be the top pick in June's MLB Draft.

20 N.J. Gyms Violated Consumer Protection Laws: Attorney General

• The Dept. of Consumer Affairs filed administrative actions against 20 health clubs, and has assessed a total of $158,500 in civil penalties against those clubs, for their alleged failure to comply with consumer protection laws

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