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Born and raised in Edison, this NJ native has spent the past three years covering Morris County, and the past year and a half covering Edison and Metuchen. Before joining the Patch team, Katie previously worked at MTV News, Fox 5 New York, and News 12 New Jersey. She is a graduate of Marymount Manhattan College in New York City.
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Chris Pellecchia spent the summer working for Congressman Leonard Lance in Washington, D.C.

Similar burglaries happened in Vernon and Hardyston, police said.
Two people were arrested during the traffic stop, police said.
The new play space for little ones offers open play time, as well as parent-child classes.
The much-anticipated restaurant is expected to open for business in October now.
The break-in remains under investigation.
The buffet closed this weekend when their lease ended.
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"Her biggest worry centered on how her children would be able to cope with financial struggles after her passing," a fundraiser says.
Player Kevin Saum and Suzanne Barba shared the story of Saum's serious head injury as a Wolfpack player.
Get ready for food, fun, and fireworks!
The road closure will be in effect for about six weeks.
After several people were sent to the hospital, the decision was made to close the area to hikers.
Part of the road will be closed on Friday, and drivers should avoid the area.
The Class III Special Officer will patrol the high school.
Students at the Florham Park campus graduate with nearly five times more debt than students at the lowest debt college in New Jersey.
The lake lowering is done every five years and allows for repairs.
The teens led police on a short chase before being arrested, police said.
Are you excited to see the Italian sandwich shop move into the area?