Here are the top New Jersey news stories for Monday:CanvaCanvaloading...https://nj1015.com/911-still-killing-nj-officers-5-line-of-duty-deaths-in-2024/The long list includes five names of officers who were serving New Jersey.According to preliminary data from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, the number of officer deaths in 2024 represents a 25% increase from the count in 2023.CanvaCanvaloading...https://nj1015.com/fresh-start-domestic-violence-victims-in-nj-look-to-make-a-change-in-2025/Ahead of the new year, safe houses and hotlines in New Jersey braced for a surge in volume. Victims of an abusive situation at home typically treat January as an opportunity for a fresh start.They made it through the winter holidays, for themselves and their kids, and now they're resolved to make a change.Advocates say the holiday season typically results in an escalation in violence, due to the number of stressors related to finances and family get-togethers. Alcohol consumption — a routine feature of many holiday gatherings — can contribute to dangerous behaviors as well.Aslan with his sister (Popcorn Park Animal Refuge via Facebook)Aslan with his sister (Popcorn Park Animal Refuge via Facebook)loading...https://nj1015.com/curious-nj-zoo-lion-dies-of-cancer-at-his-sisters-side/On Friday, the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge announced that Aslan the lion had died.He had an aggressive form of cancer that spread quickly, the zoo said."We are deeply grateful to have provided Aslan with the stability and love he so greatly deserved. He quickly became a favorite among our visitors, known for his curious and social nature," the refuge said on Facebook.CanvaCanvaloading...https://nj1015.com/over-24000-pounds-of-chicken-recalled-at-nj-grocery-chain/The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.It impacts Casa Mamita frozen chicken & cheese taquitos sold at Aldi. There are 63 Aldi locations in New Jersey.The taquitos are made by Bestway Sandwiches Inc., which is based in California.Google Maps/Millville Midget Football League via Facebook/Townsquare Media illustrationGoogle Maps/Millville Midget Football League via Facebook/Townsquare Media illustrationloading...MILLVILLE — Three South Jersey men have received sentences adding up to more than 160 years in state prison for the murder of a youth football coach over six years ago.They were sentenced in Superior Court in Camden County in connection with the murder of Joseph Jones, 37, in Millville, the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office announced Saturday.On Aug. 9, 2018, Jones was gunned down around 8:14 p.m. in the parking lot of Lakeside Middle School. He was found inside a car and was pronounced dead within the hour, according to court documents.These are the best NJ high schools for sportsStacker put together a list of the best high schools for sports across New Jersey — using data from Niche that included sports championships, family surveys, student enrollment, athletic participation rate and sports options. Here's the top 25.Gallery Credit: StackerNew Jersey Diners that are open 24/7Hours as of September 2024Gallery Credit: Jordan Jansson, Mike BrantNJ’s dry towns: No stores to buy wine, beer or boozeAmong NJ's hundreds of communities — more than two dozen remain "dry" as of 2024.Gallery Credit: Erin Vogtloading...Start your day with up-to-the-minute news, traffic and weather for the Garden State.New Jersey's First News with Eric Scott is the longest running news program in New Jersey. Eric Scott began hosting the program in 1991.It airs live on New Jersey 101.5 each weekday morning from 5:30 - 6 a.m.New Jersey's First News with Eric Scott is the winner of the prestigious National Edward R. Murrow Award for Best Newscast.National Murrow Award Winner featuredloading...Eric Scott is the senior political director and anchor for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at eric.scott@townsquaremedia.comClick here to contact an editor about feedback or a correction for this story.

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The long list includes five names of officers who were serving New Jersey. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.It impacts Casa Mamita frozen chicken & cheese taquitos sold at Aldi. There are 63 Aldi locations in New Jersey.CanvaThe U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.It impacts Casa […]

The long list includes five names of officers who were serving New Jersey.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.
It impacts Casa Mamita frozen chicken & cheese taquitos sold at Aldi. There are 63 Aldi locations in New Jersey.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.
It impacts Casa Mamita frozen chicken & cheese taquitos sold at Aldi. There are 63 Aldi locations in New Jersey.

Canva

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the recall alert on Saturday.
It impacts Casa Mamita frozen chicken & cheese taquitos sold at Aldi. There are 63 Aldi locations in New Jersey.

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They were sentenced in Superior Court in Camden County in connection with the murder of Joseph Jones, 37, in Millville, the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office announced Saturday.