Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Saves Halloween With Candy Chutes
Several houses in the mile-square city came up with ingenious ways to get candy to kids while social distancing amid coronavirus.
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.
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Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
Rate Of Coronavirus Hospitalizations At Virtua Triples: Officials
The rate of hospitalizations due to coronavirus at Virtua has tripled. The hospital is still equipped to handle patients with other issues.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Schools Delay Reopening After COVID-19 Case At Watchung
The return to in-person classes has been bumped back after a case of COVID-19 at Watchung Elementary School, officials said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Middletown Businesses: Apply By Nov. 9 For COVID Relief Money
Did you know? Middletown has $400,000 in CARES money to give to local businesses (under 40 employees). Get your application in by Nov. 9.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Seton Hall Prep In West Orange Sees 3 COVID Cases, Goes Remote
Other schools across Essex County have reported coronavirus cases. Some are choosing to reopen in-person, others to stay all-online.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ Reopenings To Stall As 2nd Wave Of COVID-19 Hits
Gov. Murphy said NJ indoor dining expansion and other reopenings will have to wait now that the second wave of the coronavirus is here.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Close To Closure, Barnegat Coffee Shop Rises And Remodels
Delights Artisan Café has closed. But the family business will keep their dream alive with the upcoming Delights Coffee and Bake Shop.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Schools Delay Plan To Reopen, Will Stay All-Online
Nearly 400 New Jersey school districts have rolled out some type of in-person or hybrid learning plan. Bloomfield isn’t among them — yet.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
United Tries Mandatory COVID Tests For Newark-To-London Flights
United Airlines: “Everyone on board other than children under 2 will have tested negative before departure.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Charter School Scores 850 Laptops For Its Students
Every child deserves access to a great education. And amid a pandemic, that means they need computers, a Newark school says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Santa To Wear Mask, Sit Behind Plexiglass At Bridgewater Commons
Bridgewater Commons is bringing a "Safe Santa Celebration" to the mall due to the coronavirus pandemic this holiday season.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Health Dept. Confirms COVID-19 Case At Verona School
A person at Forest Avenue School in Verona has tested positive for the coronavirus, Montclair health officials said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield To Get Free Coronavirus Testing Thursday
Plus other testing information.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|News|
Cherry Hill Holds Line On Taxes Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Cherry Hill Council unanimously approved the proposed $74,035,812 budget that sees no tax increase as residents struggle amid the pandemic.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
$50 Fine For No Masks At Port Authority Airports, PATH Stations
Travelers in NJ and NY can be fined if they don't wear face masks in airports, PATH facilities or bus stations run by the Port Authority.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Maplewood Schools About Face: Will Now Stay Remote Until January
Students were expected to return to classrooms Nov. 12, but now will not start until at least Jan. 19, the superintendent said Tuesday.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Schools Worry That Teens Refuse To Quarantine: Report
The Westfield High School athletic director reportedly sent an email urging students to stay home so school activities can resume.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Authorities Shut Down Cuban Pete’s Restaurant In Montclair
A Montclair restaurant owner accused of repeatedly defying the state’s coronavirus orders has been locked out of his business, reports say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken To Close Bars At Midnight Each Night Amid Coronavirus
Mayor Bhalla says he'll sign an order that bars must close at 12 a.m. each night. The council is also considering a $1,000 house party fine.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ's COVID-19 Contact Tracing Runs Into Trouble
Gov. Phil Murphy said NJ continues to run into trouble in its efforts to contain the coronavirus. In fact, it's gotten worse. Here's why.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
This Device Is Helping Newark Residents Get Free, Clean Water
A contraption called a “waterbox” is dispensing hydration – and social justice – in Newark, advocates say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
First-Year Teacher In Caldwells Tested By COVID-19, Wins Award
Emily Shapiro did what every great teacher does in a pinch: adapt. Read a grateful parent's thank-you message here.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy Praises West Orange Schools For Face Mask Campaign
“Leaders Wear Masks.” It’s a message that struck a chord in West Orange – and with Gov. Phil Murphy.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
$372K Will Help Prevent Evictions In Newark Amid Coronavirus
“In the midst of COVID-19, there are many tenants that owe back rent who could face homelessness when the eviction moratorium ends.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Daddio's Grille Opening 2nd Toms River Location
The new location of the restaurant known for its breakfast and lunches will launch a menu of "Over The Top" milkshakes, the owners said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Town-By-Town Essex County COVID-19 Cases Keep Climbing
Officials continue to report rises in COVID-19 cases across Essex County. One mayor is taking action after a "serious spike" in his city.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Big Milestone As Livingston Schools Reopen From Coronavirus
All of Livingston’s public schools are open for in-person classes for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Tackles '2nd Wave' Of COVID-19; New Rules, Business Curfew
Many businesses will be required to close nightly at 8 p.m. The changes will also affect Newark barber shops, nail salons and gyms.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy Extends NJ COVID Public Health Emergency, Cases Peak
Gov. Phil Murphy extended NJ's public health emergency amid the COVID-19 crisis as the daily case count hit its highest number in 5 months.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
4 NJ Coronavirus Bills Signed Into Law As Deaths Hit 3-Month High
Gov. Murphy has signed 4 coronavirus bills into law – 2 dealing with long-term care – as NJ's numbers have risen to their highest in months.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
'I Don’t Want To Die': Desperate Pleas For Obamacare From NJ
A frontline worker is worried she has a pre-existing condition after contracting COVID-19. Hear other heart-wrenching tales from New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: 1,182 New Coronavirus Cases, 18 New Deaths
New Jersey once again saw more than 1,000 new coronavirus cases. Deaths related to the virus hit double digits for the third straight day.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Are Your Kids Wearing Masks Properly? Tips From Montclair Schools
Putting on a mask isn't as straightforward as it might seem, especially if you're a kid, Montclair school officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Teachers Union Worried As Montclair Schools Prepare To Reopen
Montclair’s superintendent said the district had its hybrid plan ready to roll when “the time is safe.” A reopening is planned for November.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|News|
Berkeley Superintendent Defends Schools' New Coronavirus Protocol
Parents and guardians must complete a daily screening checklist before their children arrive to school.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Greater Gathering Limit Key For Changes In Moorestown School Plan
Moorestown School Superintendent Scott McCartney detailed how the district can increase in-person learning amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
NJ's COVID Quarantine List Biggest Yet; NY, PA Travel Discouraged
New Jersey updated its coronavirus travel advisory, expanding the quarantine list to its biggest ever again. Here's where.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Lacey Considers Many Factors Before 2nd Phase Of School Reopening
Lacey schools are proceeding with caution before putting forth a plan to reopen for more in-person learning.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
NJ Will Release 3,000 Prisoners After Election To Fight COVID-19
Rory Price almost made it home from prison alive. And that’s a big reason why his death from the coronavirus hurts so bad, his mother says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit's October Coronavirus Case Total Three Times August Rate
October has had triple the number of new cases as in August. There were also reports of two more people in local schools with the virus.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff