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1. Big Joe Henry inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame (nj1015.com) — East Rutherford’s American Dream will host radio favorite Big Joe Henry’s New Jersey Hall of Fame induction on Sept. 24, bringing a major statewide celebration right to town. The longtime NJ 101.5 host was surprised on-air by Gov. Mikie Sherrill with the news, joining a roster of iconic Garden State names honored for their impact.
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2. One Stat Still Haunts England as the 2026 World Cup Kicks Off (newsweek.com) — England’s group stage schedule includes a June 27 clash with Panama at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, bringing one of the tournament favorites right into local fans’ backyard. The piece explores England’s long struggle to win major tournaments outside home soil as they chase history across U.S. venues this summer.
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3. Shakira kicks off 2026 FIFA World Cup with epic opening ceremony performance (pagesix.com) — The 2026 World Cup will wrap up with the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, putting the tournament’s biggest game on local turf. Before that, Shakira helped launch the competition in Mexico City with a high-energy opening ceremony performance of the official anthem, joined by a star-studded musical lineup.
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4. 20+ Iconic Movie Locations to Visit in New Jersey (thelocalgirl.com) — East Rutherford gets a spotlight in this New Jersey movie-location guide, thanks to scenes from the upcoming sports drama Marty Supreme filmed at the former Izod Center, now Meadowlands Arena. The piece also highlights many other famous films shot around the state, offering ideas for movie buffs planning local day trips.
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