Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Doctor Took This 'Ring Of Fire' Photo On Way To Summit
A Westfield resident sent us this eclipse photo that he took in Mountainside, on the way to work at Overlook Medical Center in Summit.
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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Summit, NJ|News|
Another Return To Normalcy In Summit: 'Meet The Mayor' Is Back
Mayor Nora Radest has office hours to chat with residents, or come to a 'Meet the Mayor' at Batavia Cafe or at the Summit Farmer's Market.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Maplewood Schools Announce Search For New Board Member
Now that Kamal Zubieta has resigned, the Maplewood-South Orange district announced Wednesday what the requirements are to replace her.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Mask Rules Change In Westfield Schools Due To Extreme Heat
The Westfield schools superintendent released modified mask rules following statewide guidance from Gov. Phil Murphy.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|News|
Mask Rule 'Relaxed' In Cranford Schools Due To Heat: Official
Cranford Schools Superintendent Scott Rubin said masks are optional through the last day, responding to guidance Monday from Gov. Murphy.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Haddonfield-Haddon Township, NJ|News|
Haddonfield Board Of Commissioners To Resume In-Person Meetings
The Haddonfield Board of Commissioners will return to in-person meetings, with the goal of holding hybrid meetings beginning in the fall.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Students In West Orange 'Encouraged' To Wear Masks As Heat Rises
"We encourage our students to attend in-person instruction wearing a mask, and dress in clothing appropriate for the weather."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Reopening Update
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy was set to speak beginning at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and may address schools, vaccines and NJ reopenings amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Pizzeria Royalty: NJ Restaurateur Who Died Of COVID Is Remembered
Frank Volpe, of West Orange, was a father of 3 and Hoboken restaurateur who died at 42. He was remembered Monday by Gov. Murphy.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Chef, Veteran Offers Free Meals To Neighbors Amid Pandemic
The owner of Uncle Willie’s Wings hasn’t just survived the coronavirus crisis – he’s helping his customers to endure it, too.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Get COVID Vaccinated, Get Free Somerset Patriots Tickets
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset and the Somerset Patriots are teaming up to strike out COVID-19 with free vaccine clinics.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Reports A Huge COVID Case Drop
As vaccinations rise in Summit, the New Jersey town reported an 82 percent decrease in coronavirus cases from April to May.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
COVID Shut This Montclair Theater Down. Now It’s Back – Big Time
The Vanguard Theater is celebrating a grand opening weekend, capping off a long journey through the coronavirus pandemic.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Sherrill, Jasey Praise West Orange Businesses For Enduring COVID
Rep. Sherrill and Assemblywoman Jasey visited four local businesses in West Orange, praising the gumption they showed in the COVID pandemic.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
More Black, Hispanic Voters In NJ Willing To Get Vaccine: POLL
The most common reasons for not getting a COVID vaccine included “I don’t trust the government,” and “I'm concerned about side effects.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Keep Masking Up, Say Some Hoboken Shops And Eateries: Here's Why
COVID-vaccinated people no longer have to wear masks in most NJ businesses, but proprietors can still require them. In Hoboken, some do.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Cancels July 4th Celebration For Second Year In A Row
2020 was the first year in more than a century that Montclair nixed its annual celebration. 2021 won’t be the year it gets its wings back.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
UPDATE: Food Giveaway In Newark Will Also Include COVID Vaccines
Newark residents who come to the event don’t have to participate in both activities. The event was rescheduled from its original date.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey|News|
Gov. Murphy's NJ COVID Mask Reversal: Why He Did It
Pressure and practicality played big roles in Gov. Murphy's about-face in reversing New Jersey's COVID mask order.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Essex County To Hold COVID-19 Testing In West Orange, Newark
The free testing clinics are open to all Essex County residents. Testing will take place at the county’s COVID-19 vaccine centers.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
NJ Is Giving Out $200M To Help Small Businesses Survive COVID
Small business owners and nonprofits in New Jersey can get up to $20,000 in grants to help them beat the pandemic. Here’s how to apply.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Join The 'Herd' At Turtle Back Zoo COVID Vaccine Clinic
A pop-up vaccine event at the zoo will aid Essex County's quest for "herd immunity." It will include Pfizer and J&J shots.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Reopening Update
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy was set to speak beginning at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and address schools, vaccines and NJ reopenings amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
NJ Paratransit Drivers Want More Pay During ‘States Of Emergency’
“We can’t simply ask them to risk their lives and walk away from their families when weather conditions are at their worst.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
DeCamp Bus Lines In NJ Will Resume ‘Limited Service’ In June
The Montclair-based bus company suspended service in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|News|
Cinnaminson Municipal Building To Reopen As Restrictions Loosen
Cinnaminson Committeeman Paul Conda announced that the municipal building will reopen as the state moves beyond the coronavirus pandemic.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey|News|
Gov. Murphy: Expect Masks In NJ Schools In The Fall Amid COVID-19
Gov. Murphy told MSNBC he expects masks will be worn in NJ schools – though he didn't say which ones. COVID-19 will have an impact, he said.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
4 Quick Updates As Montclair Schools Reopen From Coronavirus
Montclair’s elementary, middle school and freshmen HS students are back for in-person learning. Here’s when the others will return.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
WATCH: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ COVID, Masks, Reopening Update
WATCH: Gov. Murphy will speak at 1 p.m. on Monday and will reportedly change NJ's indoor mask order and provide other COVID updates.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
West Deptford, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy To Provide Update On Deadly Mass Shooting In NJ
Gov. Murphy will speak at 10 a.m. on Monday and will provide an update on a mass shooting in NJ that left two people dead and 12 injured.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Don’t Let Delays Return To Newark Airport After COVID: Rep. Payne
"Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, delays at Newark Airport were the worst in the country," U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr. said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Restaurant Rules Loosen In Newark As COVID Cases Drop
An order from Newark’s mayor will last until November. It regulates masks and curfew hours, and allows restaurants to create "streateries."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Time To Start Attending Mass Again, NJ Catholic Bishops Say
Church leaders across New Jersey said it’s time for millions of worshippers to return for Mass, partly thanks to COVID-19 vaccines.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|News|
Cinnaminson Schools Await Safety Guidance For September Return
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) is expected to release details on a Safe Return Plan Monday.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Supply Chain Failed Miserably Amid Pandemic, NJ Hospital CEO Says
When the COVID crisis began, there was a mad scramble for supplies in the nation’s hospitals. Here’s why it happened, a top official says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Sen. Pennacchio Says NJ Needs To Open The Books On COVID Pandemic
The Murphy administration needs to stop “stonewalling” NJ lawmakers and journalists who make vital OPRA requests, a Republican senator says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
$88M Payment From American Rescue Plan Arrives In Newark
Newark got $88.3 million from the federal government to help it recover from the COVID pandemic – and more is on the way.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Belleville Biz Owner Boosts Town With Huge Donation Of COVID Gear
A business owner in Belleville donated nearly 60,000 face masks and 1,500 bottles of hand sanitizer to township workers.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
PSEG: Many NJ Customers ‘Seriously Behind’ On Bills Amid COVID
New Jersey’s moratorium on utility shutoffs is expected to end in June. Here are some resources that may help if you’re struggling.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
Live Concerts Return To Camden County This Summer
After a year without concerts due to the coronavirus pandemic, Camden County welcomes concertgoers back to the show this summer.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
