Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Businesses May Struggle With NJ’s New COVID Rules: Chamber
The “second wave” of the coronavirus isn’t just a threat to people – it looms heavily for Nutley’s small businesses, too.
Eric Kiefer, 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.
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Livingston, NJ|News|
Director At Livingston Event Venue: NJ's COVID Rules 'Too Broad'
There’s a lot that “doesn’t make sense” about Gov. Phil Murphy’s new COVID-19 restrictions, the director of sales at Crystal Plaza says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Restaurant In Oranges Is Pandemic Victim: 'We Can't Make Plans'
A master chef says New Jersey’s shifting coronavirus rules hastened the demise of his restaurant in Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Manasquan-Belmar, NJ|News|
NJ Expands Coronavirus Travel Quarantine List To 46 States
Just in time for Thanksgiving travel, New Jersey expanded the quarantine list to its biggest yet again. Here's where.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
'Cost Of Despair' Weighs On Montclair Bars, Restaurants In COVID
"It’s probably the worst time in history to make ends meet as a small business owner. But it won’t be like this forever."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
New Brunswick, NJ|News|
More Students Than Ever Are Using Rutgers' Student Food Pantry
Some may be surprised to learn that Rutgers even has a student food pantry — and more students than ever are using it.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Schools Delay Plan For 5-Day In-Person Instruction
Rising coronavirus cases and increasing hospitalizations have led to the delay, Superintendent David Trethaway said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Rutgers Expert: 5 Thanksgiving Safety Tips For College Families
An infectious disease expert in New Jersey offers answers to some common questions about COVID-19 that might come up this Thanksgiving.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Reopens City Hall After Coronavirus-Related Closure
Mayor Ras Baraka said that Newark residents and businesses seeking guidance amid the pandemic can take a page from the city’s playbook.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Nonprofit Delivers Food, Hope Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
They've seen photos of empty refrigerators and heard horror stories of COVID-19 battles. But they've seen inspiration in the pandemic, too.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Creates COVID-19 Task Force To Help Community
Montclair is creating a COVID-19 Recovery Task Force. Its job? Help the community get back on its feet amid the pandemic.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
36 Test Positive For Coronavirus At Ocean City Nursing Home
Nineteen residents and 17 staff have tested positive recently in The Shores as cases and deaths increase in Ocean City.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Video From Hoboken Schools Shows Hard Work Amid Coronavirus
Public schools in the mile-square city have stayed open for full-day classes while others in NJ went remote. A new video shows highlights.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
For Moorestown Garden Center Owner, 'Essential' Means More
Flagg's Garden Center is an essential business that offers Moorestown residents peace of mind, owner says.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Caldwell Bar Closing For 2 Weeks; Says Patron Tested For COVID-19
“You guys are awesome for doing this and letting everyone know,” a supporter wrote online. “Thank you, can’t wait to be back.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ To Lower Gathering Limits Amid Coronavirus Spikes
WATCH: Gov. Murphy has announced that the state will reduce limits on gatherings, including those on Thanksgiving. Here's what is planned.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Sees Highest One-Day Total Of New Coronavirus Cases
Also: Hoboken police fined 6 people for house parties, and 6 residents are in Hoboken's hospital fighting the virus, the mayor said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
A Thousand New Yorkers Moved To Hoboken During Pandemic: Report
Of those who left big cities, some went to smaller cities instead of suburbs. More than 3,000 New Yorkers moved to Jersey City and Hoboken.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|News|
'A Cost We Can't Recover:' New Restrictions Hurt, Brick Bars Say
No service at the bar, plexiglass between tables and a 10 p.m. halt on indoor service will make things even more difficult, managers said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
NJ Hits Highest COVID-19 Daily Case Totals As Key Metrics Jump
A new report suggests the coronavirus risk has risen sharply in all NJ counties as the state's daily case totals peak. Here's why and where.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
New Bar Restrictions Will Cost Jobs, Toms River Restaurants Say
Gov. Phil Murphy's ban on service at the bar as coronavirus cases soar punishes those who have been doing things right, businesses said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Westfield Health Dept. To Patrons Of Summit Bar: Get Tested Now
Officials said anyone who "spen[t] time in the bar area" at Roots Steakhouse should get tested, as "multiple" staffers have coronavirus.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|News|
Scotch Plains Martial Arts Studio Offers Classes Amid Coronavirus
"We are offering a bunch of different things to try and survive like all other businesses," said Myke Washington, Ex. Director of FACE Corp.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Waretown Bar Owner: NJ COVID Rules A 'Nuclear Bomb' On Industry
Unlike a past interaction with Chris Christie, NJ officials haven't told Jim Keady to "sit down and shut up." But he still has concerns.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
COVID-19 Causes Bittersweet End For Montclair Dessert Restaurant
“When one door closes, another opens.” This was the message from Vanillamore in Montclair as it prepares to shut down.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Moorestown Theater Company Back Inside With 'The Addams Family'
MTC is holding its first indoor production since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic beginning Saturday night.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Music Amid COVID: Jazz Society Concert To Stream From West Orange
Musicians have had to adapt to find gigs amid the pandemic, including these jazz experts from West Orange, Montclair and Irvington.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
NJ Officials Warn Against Thanksgiving Gatherings As Cases Rise
Gov. Phil Murphy and health officials have made strong recommendations against Thanksgiving gatherings or travel.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Essex County Hospitals See Patient Surge; COVID-19 Cases Rise
Hospitals across Essex County are seeing a surge in patients with the coronavirus. The area is one of the hardest-hit in New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Holiday Lights At Turtle Back Zoo Canceled: 'New Wave Of Virus'
Officials say it’s too risky to keep the beloved holiday tradition going this year. Essex County leads NJ in COVID-19 cases and deaths.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater Sees Highest Number Of Coronavirus Cases Since April
Bridgewater recently reported 17 new positive COVID-19 cases. The last time Bridgewater saw that many cases in a day was April 28.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Manahawkin Man Saves Senior Softball League's Season Amid COVID
The Berkeley Senior Softball Over 68 League finished its season with no cases among players — a good sign for the at-risk age group.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
Warren Restaurants Try To Survive As New NJ Restrictions Imposed
"Many [restaurants], while understanding the need to be vigilante, are very concerned about going out of business for good": Warren Mayor.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|News|
Berkeley Senior Softball League Completes Season Amid Coronavirus
The Berkeley Senior Softball Over 68 League finished its season with no cases among players — a good sign for the at-risk age group.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Schools Delay Reopen Plan: 'Community Spread Of COVID'
Montclair public schools will have to continue with all-online classes “until it’s safe to change course,” administrators said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Responds As New NJ Dining Rules Start Thursday
"I wish the politicians would ... communicate with us before they make decisions that can put us out of business," said a restaurateur.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Mayor Gives Remarks At Veterans Day Ceremony
The mayor remembered her own father whose plane was shot down in Vietnam when she was 6.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|News|
New Start Date For Cherry Hill Hybrid Learning After COVID Cases
In-person learning in Cherry Hill schools will start sooner than previously anticipated after a spike in coronavirus cases among kids.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Coronavirus Delays Nutley School District's Reopening Plan
The Nutley Public School District has joined a flurry of others in Essex County that have hit the brakes on their reopening plans.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Bars, Restaurants Face New COVID Rules From NJ – Again
Are you an owner or employee at a bar/restaurant in Bloomfield? Let us know how New Jersey’s coronavirus rules are affecting YOU.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
