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BREAKING NEWS: Joe Paterno near death

Found January 21, 2012 on The Jet Press:
PLAYERS: Joe Paterno
TEAMS: New York Jets,  Penn State Nittany Lions

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A family spokesman says former Penn State coach Joe Paterno, who is battling  lung cancer, is in serious condition after experiencing health  complications. The 85-year-old Paterno has been in the hospital since Jan. 13 for  observation for … [visit site to read more] BREAKING NEWS: Joe Paterno near death - The Jet Press - The Jet Press - A New York Jets Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
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