Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Millburn Coronavirus Fatality Count Climbs To 9
The first cases of coronavirus in Millburn were reported a year ago.
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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Maplewood, NJ|News|
Maplewood And South Orange To Remember Coronavirus Victims
At a local park, the towns will remember their residents on Sunday who passed away due to the virus in the last 12 months.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|News|
2 Morris School Staffers Died From COVID-19 During The Pandemic
School officials are cautiously developing a phased reopening plan, but some parents would like the timeline expedited.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
Gloucester Township Schools Add Day Of In-Person Instruction
Students in the Gloucester Township K-8 School District will see another day of in-person learning after spring break, officials said.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ Schools Should Move To Reopen 'Now' Amid COVID-19
Gov. Murphy called for NJ schools to move to reopen "now" amid COVID-19 as he faces mounting pressure to get kids back in the classroom.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
More Coronavirus Aid Offered For NJ Home Renters: How To Apply
The pandemic has left many New Jersey renters struggling to pay their bills. Advocates say an eviction crisis may be on the horizon.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Town Council Extends Moratorium On Local Rent Increases
Montclair home renters struggling to make ends meet during the coronavirus pandemic got a breath of relief on Tuesday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Schools Mark Another Big Milestone In Quest To Reopen
“This plan sets a pathway for Livingston to return to school in September 2021 for full days, five days per week, at all levels.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Moorestown Schools Extend 5-Day In-Person Learning To All Grades
Students in grades 4-12 will return to school for five days of in-person learning on April 19 after a vote by the Board of Education.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Cheer Event Didn't Cause COVID Closure, Official Says
A pair of COVID cases were reported after a cheer team banquet. But they aren't the reason why the high school is closing, an official says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Coronavirus Death Toll Increases By 3
The mayor released new statistics on local cases and vaccinations, and gave a new link to sign up for a covid-19 shot in Hoboken.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange High School Closing For 2 Weeks; Multiple COVID Cases
West Orange Superintendent: "Contact tracing has been conducted and notifications to students and staff have been taking place."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
NJ: You Can Now Check When Your New COVID Stimulus Money Arrives
Some NJ residents have already gotten theirs. You can input your information into this IRS website to find out when the third round arrives.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Easter Bunny Will Wear Concealed Mask At Livingston Mall For 2021
The Livingston Mall will be hosting “safe and socially distanced” Easter Bunny visits for families. Here’s what to expect.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ 'A Lot More Normal' By Memorial Day Amid COVID
Gov. Murphy told CBS3 that he believes NJ will be "a lot more normal" amid the COVID crisis quicker than what President Biden hopes.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Essex County Is Giving Seniors Bus Rides To Get COVID Vaccines
Essex County is trying out a busing pilot program in Newark, East Orange, Orange, Irvington, Bloomfield and Belleville.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Maplewood Students Attend Sit-In; K-2 To Return To Class Monday
Most Maplewood and South Orange, NJ students who came to a protest on Friday morning have not been inside a classroom in nearly a year.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Mayor: 50 Percent Restaurant Capacity Is 'Welcome News'
Also, Maple Street will be closed off starting March 15 for outdoor dining.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Curbside Recycling To Restart In Montclair After COVID Suspension
Have those cans, bottles and other recycling been building up? Good news: there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, Montclair officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
See What Each NJ Town Is Getting From COVID Relief Law
WATCH: Gov. Murphy and others provided more information on what each NJ town is getting from the $1.9 trillion COVID relief law.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
4 Congress Members In Essex County Vote Yes For COVID Relief Bill
The latest coronavirus relief package got a thumbs up from U.S. Reps. Donald Payne Jr., Mikie Sherrill, Albio Sires and Tom Malinowski.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Bars And Gyms Can Move To 50 Percent Capacity Friday
Hoboken reacted to the news that bars, salons, gyms, and personal care businesses can soon increase indoor capacity amid coronavirus.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Mom Urges: Please Listen To COVID-19 'Long-Haulers'
After battling symptoms for months, a NJ mom wrote about her family's experience to raise awareness of long-term coronavirus sufferers.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
NJ Bars, Restaurants, Others To Expand To 50 Percent Amid COVID
Gov. Phil Murphy announced he's loosening coronavirus restrictions following the release of new CDC guidance.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Queen Latifah Gets COVID Vaccine, Films 'The Equalizer' In Newark
The Hollywood legend took a break from shooting in New Jersey and made a heartfelt plea to her former neighbors: get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Schools, Teachers Union Reach Settlement On Reopen Plan
A legal battle over reopening Montclair’s public schools amid the coronavirus pandemic has a finish line in sight, reports say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Needs Tampons, Pads To Combat ‘Period Poverty’
Bloomfield Councilwoman: “Period poverty, or inadequate access to menstrual hygiene products, has been exacerbated during the pandemic.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Transforms Empty Storage Containers Into Homeless Shelters
SEE IT: The unique rooms at Newark Hope Village will give COVID-friendly shelter to some of the city's most vulnerable residents.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
NJIT In Newark Will Be Mostly In-Person For Fall 2021: Official
NJIT President: “We’re looking forward to having our students and professors back in classrooms.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Rutgers Develops Rapid Test For COVID Variants, Declines Patent
Rutgers isn’t patenting the new test because researchers believe it should be “widely available to the public.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Verona Parents Demand More In-Person Class: 'Hybrid Not Healthy'
The debate about reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage in Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Airport Workers In NJ, NY Fight For New Contracts Amid Pandemic
Negotiations at Newark, JFK and LaGuardia airports may set the tone for future bargaining across the nation, union leaders say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy Issues NJ Coronavirus, Vaccines Update
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy was set to speak beginning at 1 p.m. on Monday and address schools, vaccines and NJ reopenings amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
North Jersey Mayor Talks About Her Unexpected Year: 'No Playbook'
Many NJ mayors were baptized by fire a year ago. Westfield's mayor, a former HBO executive, didn't expect to be giving fatality reports.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Pair Spend 50th Wedding Anniversary Getting COVID Vaccines
A pair of retired teachers were hoping for a cruise. But all things considered, a COVID-19 vaccine made for a memorable golden anniversary.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Schools To Be Remote For Week After Spring Break
Several districts had gone remote after winter break in order to avoid the fallout of holiday gatherings. Now they'll do it again.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Mayor Talks About Her Unexpected Year: 'No Playbook'
Many NJ mayors were baptized by fire a year ago. Westfield's mayor looks back, and predicts that reopening may 'be like the Roaring '20s'
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hudson County Covid Vaccination Sites: Acme, Other Stores Added
Four new locations were added to the list of Hudson County sites, including supermarket chains.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Essex County Continues Free Coronavirus Testing: See New Dates
COVID-19 tests are offered to all Essex County residents at no charge. Upcoming events take place in Newark, Cedar Grove and West Orange.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Moorestown Approves 5-Day In-Person School Day For Lower Grades
Students in kindergarten through third grade will return to a five-day in-person learning plan on March 22, pending barrier implementation.
Anthony Bellano, Patch Staff
