Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford EMS Worker Can't Get Coronavirus Vaccine: Report
Those under 18 are finding they must wait for the COVID-19 Vaccine, even those volunteering in health care.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
New Jersey: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in New Jersey are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
Related:Finding Our Way Forward
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Medical Group Says: Stop Calling About COVID-19 Vaccine
The group posted on its website: "Please do not call seeking an appointment. We are working hard to expand our ability to vaccinate..."
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Mayor: 2 More Die Of COVID; Day Of Remembrance Tuesday
The mayor cited four cases among Westfield hockey players and other trends, as the U.S. death toll was poised to surpass 400,000.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Here's Where Union County COVID Vaccine Sites Have Been Announced
The number of COVID-19 vaccination sites has expanded. Here's where you can go to get one now.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Here's Where Hudson Co. COVID Vaccine Sites Have Been Announced
The number of COVID-19 vaccination sites has expanded. Here's where you can go to get one now.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Here's Where Essex Co. COVID Vaccine Sites Have Been Announced
Here’s where to go if you want to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey|News|
NJ Hits Highest COVID-19 Weekly Case Totals As Key Metrics Jump
A new report suggests the coronavirus risk has risen sharply in 21 NJ counties as Gov. Murphy is warning against more reopenings.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
NJ Fatality Toll On Track To Be 27 Percent Higher Amid COVID-19
The state's 2020 death toll is on track to be 27 percent higher largely due to COVID-19 – and some local communities had stark increases.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Opens COVID Vaccine List Tuesday To Those With Conditions
The city will open a new COVID-19 vaccine list Tuesday for residents with chronic conditions.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Resident In Her 50s Passes Away From COVID-19
The last week's coronavirus numbers were released on Friday.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
At Hudson County COVID-19 Vaccine Site, 94 Percent Of Shots Given
The county expects to use up the shots on Monday and get a new stockpile on Tuesday. Here's how to sign up, and who's eligible now.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
NJ Issues New COVID Vaccine Priority List; Teachers 'On Deck'
WATCH: Gov. Murphy will address NJ's vaccine plan now that it has released a new priority list for the COVID-19 vaccine. Are teachers next?
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|News|
WATCH: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Vaccines Update
WATCH: Gov. Murphy spoke on COVID-19 on Friday and addressed schools, vaccines and NJ closures amid the coronavirus crisis.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Essex County Is Averaging 1,000 COVID Vaccinations Per Day
More than 13,000 shots have been given at vaccination centers in Livingston, Newark, West Caldwell and West Orange over the past two weeks.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Maplewood Urges Seniors To Get COVID-19 Vaccine
Gov. Murphy has opened up the next stage of vaccinations to seniors 65 and up and people 16-65 with chronic conditions.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy Defends NJ Dining Veto Amid Lawsuit Over COVID Powers
Gov. Murphy is defending his decision to veto a COVID bill giving NJ restaurants and bars more freedom just as they're going to court.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
East Orange Retirement Home Gets COVID-19 Vaccines
“While the vaccine is not a panacea, it is an important step towards making our community healthy and safe.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange 2021 St. Patrick’s Parade Postponed Due To COVID
“Remember, though … we will march again,” organizers of the West Orange St. Patrick's Day Parade said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Delayed Release For Sopranos Prequel, ‘The Many Saints Of Newark’
Filming took place in NYC and New Jersey, including Essex County, an old stomping ground for the award-winning HBO show.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Union County Unveils New COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Site
The news came after Gov. Murphy said he'll open the next stage of vaccinations to people 65 and over and those with chronic conditions.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
NJ Warns Of New COVID Surge, Restrictions As Cases Hit New High
NJ should expect a "predictive surge" in COVID cases and hospitalizations that could prompt state officials to impose new restrictions.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Saw Highest COVID-19 Case Increase In Early January
Also: Union County opens a site for vaccine registration.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Cop Is City’s 7th To Die Of COVID: ‘Always Had Kind Word’
Hector Moya “always had a kind word on his lips.” He passed away from complications related to the coronavirus, his family says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Rally Planned At Newark ICE Office: Free Detainees, Families Say
The rally is being held to demand the release of ICE detainees amid the coronavirus pandemic. It takes place in Newark on Thursday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Schools Return To On-Site Learning Thursday
The schools have been remote since the holidays, to avoid a post-holiday wave of COVID-19 cases.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|News|
Girl Scouts In South Jersey Enter Virtual World For Cookie Sales
Challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic have brought on a year of learning experiences, CEO Ginny Hill said.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Some Maplewood Students Return To School Buildings Tuesday
The students have been on remote education for 10 months. The teachers' union asked again last week for the re-opening to be delayed.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
NJ Expands COVID Vaccine To 65 & Older, Those With Medical Issues
WATCH: Gov. Murphy announced that NJ seniors over 65 and those with medical issues can get the shot. NJ also is going to add more sites.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Mayor: City In A 'Post-Holiday Surge' Of Covid Cases
As of Tuesday, the country surpassed 377,000 covid deaths. A month ago, it was 300,000.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Senior Living Facility In Summit Gets COVID-19 Vaccines
Seniors in long-term facilities, and the staffs, are getting vaccinated first in New Jersey. Find out which seniors will be next.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy Warns People To 'Assume' New COVID Strain Is In NJ
Gov. Phil Murphy has warned people that they should assume a new strain of the coronavirus is in New Jersey. Here's why.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Puts Brakes On Towing Cars After Residents See MVC Delays
Newark won’t tow cars for 30 days, with some exceptions. Many essential workers haven’t been able to renew their licenses and registrations.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Jersey City Seniors, Front Liners Get Free Uber For COVID Vaccine
Jersey City and Uber agreed to bring seniors and front liners for free to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The US death toll has reached 377,000.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Coronavirus 'Seriously Impacting' Staffing In Livingston Schools
VIDEO: A wave of Livingston families switched to all-online classes after the holidays. See other COVID-19 updates in the district.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy's State-Of-The-State Address Amid COVID
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy delivered his State-of-the-State address and discussed schools, vaccines and NJ taxes amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Begins Pre-Registering Seniors For COVID-19 Vaccine
Mayor Ravi Bhalla said seniors can sign up, but won't get an appointment yet. 375,000 Americans have died of coronavirus as of Monday.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Petition Supports School Reopening: 'Stay The Course'
West Orange’s schools hit the brakes on a reopen plan as COVID-19 cases spiked in NJ. Now, some parents say it's safe for in-person classes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Chamber Trying To Funnel ON3 Workers To Local Businesses
The Nutley Chamber of Commerce is reaching out to workers at the old Hoffmann-La Roche campus with hopes of jumpstarting local businesses.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Plan To Save Beloved Montclair Theater Put On Ice Amid Pandemic
There was a plan to renovate the Bellevue Theatre. But it may have become yet another business casualty of the COVID-19 crisis, reports say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
2 Large Newark Parties Busted Amid COVID: 'Selfish,' Top Cop Says
Despite strict coronavirus rules and curfews, people continue to hold large, booze-fueled events throughout the Brick City, authorities say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
