Every NJ School 'Graded' / Girl Dies From Flu / Russian Jet In NJ

Check out the top news that made headlines this week across the Patch network in New Jersey:

Every NJ School 'Graded' In New State Report: Where Do You Rank?

ICYMI: New Jersey has a new but controversial system that graded every school on a 0-100 scale. Find out how your school did, and how it ranks.>>>Read more here.

4-Year-Old Confirmed As NJ's First Flu Death

The state Department of Health has offered some details on the first death in what has become a flu epidemic in New Jersey and nationwide.

Airplane From Russia To Cuba Stranded In ... New Jersey

After they landed, the passengers made a (second) shocking discovery.

Gov. Phil Murphy Just Did 3 Things That Could Impact Your Life

Gov. Phil Murphy just took three actions that could impact your tax bill, among other things.

Victim Killed Buckling Child In Car In South Amboy YMCA Crash

A father was fatally struck by a car at a YMCA while strapping his daughter in.

Alleged Wig-Wearing Check Casher Caught, Police Say

Bank staff saw a woman who appeared to be the suspect and called police; she was caught after a chase, police said.

Funeral For Bridgewater Teen Will Be Private

Sixteen-year-old BRHS junior Frances Wang's "gentle character had touched the hearts of the people around her. She will be deeply missed."

Boy, 11, Shot By Kids Playing With Gun In Jersey City

Two children were taken into custody. Adults were present during the shooting.

Broken Bones In Big NJ High School Basketball Game Fight: Video

The fight, captured on video, happened during the post-game handshake. A boy was knocked unconscious.

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