NJ Top News for Friday

Here are the top New Jersey news stories for *day*

⬛ Officials: Map of targets found in NJ synagogue firebomber's home
Prosecutors said a map of potential targets was found in the home of Nicholas Malindretos, charged with throwing a Molotov cocktail at a Bloomfield synagogue.

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⬛ Sayreville councilwoman shot dead in front of home
There is still so much we don't know about the circumstances

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⬛ How to avoid bogus E-ZPass violations in NJ
A new law should put an end to bogus E-ZPass violations, but drivers have to take action

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⬛ Hit-run kills 5-year-old — Newark, NJ area known for gangsters on speeding ATVs
A reward is being offered for information on the driver

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⬛ Dangerous cold
Arctic air descends on New Jersey. How long will it last?

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