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1. Christie's keynote fallout continues: Critics say he stretched the truth
(U.S./Nation)

BY ADELE SAMMARCO NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM Fallout continues on the heels of Chris Christie’s keynote address at the Republican National Convention from party leaders on both sides who believe the New ...

2. Double-dipping not a topic Christie can address in 'reform' keynote
(N.J./State)

... a year, $140,000 in salary plus $88,860 from pension. Goetting also receives an annual raise of $10,000. Despite Christie's top earners, the 'no nonsense' Governor continues to ride a wave of widespread ...

3. REVIEW: Sam Shepard's ‘Heartless’ premieres
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

... its shows an effective realization and does so again in the case of this strangely empty work. “Heartless” continues through Sept. 30 at the Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 W. 42nd St., New York. ...

4. Christie weighs in on Akin's rape comments and 'Jersey Comeback'
(N.J./State)

... crisis and weakening real estate markets. The economic side effects of the European sovereign debt crisis, accompanied with slowing U.S. economy and Chinese growth continues to provide obstacles to world ...

5. REVIEW: 'Measure for Measure' is a difficult but rewarding play
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

...  “Measure For Measure” continues at The Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey, 36 Madison Ave. in Madison, through August 26.Tues.- Sunday evenings and matinees Saturdays and Sundays. Please call the theater ...

6. New austerity creates impetus for local action
(Opinion/Commentary)

... to elected officials alone. The dramatic changes needed require the skills and talents of all New Jersey citizens. That is why The Citizens Campaign continues to enlist people through out the state to ...

7. REVIEW: 'Harrison, TX' presents three postcards by Horton Foote
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

...  “Harrison, TX: Three Plays by Horton Foote” continues through Sept. 15 at 59E59 Theaters, 59 E. 59th St., New York. Call (212) 279-4200 or visit www.primarystages.org. RECENT REVIEWS BY MICHAEL SOMMERS ...

8. REVIEW: 'Richard III' looks swift and forceful
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

...  From the looks of this compelling “Richard III,” the Mobile Shakespeare Unit provides an invaluable service by bringing the classics to a wide audience. “Richard III” continues through Aug. 25 at the ...

9. REVIEW: 'Into the Woods' looks good in Central Park
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

... from his orchestra, which is hidden amidst the foliage. “Into the Woods” continues through Sept. 1 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, New York. Tickets are free. Visit www.shakespeareinthepark.org. ...

10. Powerball lottery jackpot soars to $253 million
(Money/Economy)

BY CHRISTINE VALDEZ NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM The Powerball jackpot continues to rise after Wednesday night’s drawings since no matching number tickets have appeared. The winning numbers were 3, 7, 11, ...

11. Kean University faces loss of accreditation
(Opinion/Commentary)

BY SALVATORE PIZZURO COMMENTARY Kean University President Darwood Farahi continues to raise the ire of faculty. Within the last few months Farahi received a vote of “no confidence" by the faculty. ...

12. REVIEW: Dodge a 'Bullet for Adolf'
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

... the artistic worth of this sorry endeavor.   “Bullet for Adolf” continues through Sept. 9 at New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., New York. Call (212) 239-6200 or visit www.bulletforadolf.com. RECENT ...

13. Quit hogging all the chairs! Cruise lines to monitor deckchair hogs
(World/International)

... program to police those deck chair hogs, according to trade publications. “It has been a subject discussed over and over again and it has been so because it continues to be a concern,” John Heald, Carnival’s ...

14. REVIEW: Gore Vidal's 'The Best Man' looks better than ever
(Entertainment/Movies)

... and the classy production offers a lot more entertainment than we'll probably see at this year's national conventions. “The Best Man” continues through Sept. 9 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theater, 236 W. ...

15. Biotechnology in N.J. shows growth despite lack of startup money
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... recent poll of N.J. biotech companies showed that, despite losses by Big Pharma, New Jersey continues to be an attractive place to set up a business. Worries about sustainability and finances, though, ...

16. How the 2013 N.J. gubernatorial race will be different
(Opinion/Commentary)

... new developments it first requires an awareness of the issue, something the Commission is very much on top of. The Commission continues to be cognizant of the ever changing nature of campaigns and it ...

17. Powerball winning numbers worth $181 million
(Money/Economy)

BY BOB HOLT NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM The Powerball lottery has not been won since June 23, and the jackpot continues to move upward. No one won the multi-state lottery game for the eleventh straight ...

18. Janet Jackson blasts executors of Michael's will
(Entertainment/Movies)

... Family Feud continues on Twitter: Prince vs. Janet      Jackson family drama: Judge removes Michael's children from Katherine's care The letter stresses that the siblings have no ...

19. REVIEW: 'The Last Smoker in America' butts out
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

... but contains nothing of interest. “The Last Smoker in America” continues at the Westside Theater, 407 W. 43rd St., New York. Call (212) 239-6200 or visit www.lastsmoker.com. RECENT REVIEWS BY MICHAEL ...

20. REVIEW: ‘Bring It On’ packs all-American excitement
(Entertainment/New York Theater)

... the show’s demanding paces with airy assurance. “Bring It On: The Musical” continues through Oct. 7 at the St. James Theater, 246 W. 44th St., New York. Call (212) 239-6200 or visit www.bringitonmusical.com. ...