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1 verified story from Toms River, New Jersey, published October 22, 2026. It is filed under Heroes. It is checked and linked to the original report.

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A Toms River teacher quietly gave part of her liver to a friend's baby

Courtney Olsen donated part of her liver to 1-year-old CJ Fischetti, who has Alagille syndrome. He is home and thriving, and the families met by chance at a flag football game.

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