Across America|News|
Vaccinated Students, Teachers Won't Need Masks This Fall: CDC
The goal of the new guidance is to get students, teachers and staff back in school buildings full time, according to the federal agency.
Coronavirus Across America
The most interesting coronavirus news and features from across the United States.
Concord, NH|News|
Coronavirus Cases Drop Below 15 In Every Community: 7-Day Report
Update: Single death in New Hampshire last week; 99,555 total infections; 55% of residents are vaccinated, 7th highest in the United States.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Rutgers Study: Can Probiotics Help Protect Against COVID-19?
Rutgers University will test whether probiotics – bacteria found in the intestines – can boost the body’s natural defenses against COVID-19.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Outrage, Lawsuit In NJ After ICE Transfers 30 Immigrant Detainees
The U.S. has moved from the Trump era to the Biden years. But the protests in Essex County continue – and so do the deportations.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Latino Workers In Minnesota Experienced Differing COVID Economies
More than any other group, Latinos in Minnesota remained in the workforce during the pandemic. But many found themselves on divergent paths.
Across America|News|
31,000 Prisoners Sought Compassionate Release During COVID-19. The Bureau Of Prisons Approved 36.
As the pandemic worsened inside federal prisons, officials granted fewer releases.
Concord, NH|News|
4 More Die Of COVID-19 In New Hampshire: 7-Day Report
99,403 Granite Staters have tested positive for coronavirus since March 2020; 2.42 million tests administered; 53.7% fully vaccinated.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Dogs In Hoboken Must Get The Vaccine (For Rabies)
Rabies is the most deadly virus in the country, transmissible to humans via the bite of an infected animal, and more than 99 percent fatal.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Southeast-Brewster, NY|News|
Vaccinating Staff Against COVID-19: How LI, HV Hospitals Compare
Here's how hospital workers' coronavirus vaccination rates on Long Island and in the Hudson Valley compare to the rest of New York.
Lanning Taliaferro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Pandemic Freeze On Rent Increases Will Continue In Montclair
Montclair's temporary moratorium on rent increases for tenants will continue until October. It was first passed in May 2020.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
What Will Go At Windsor Wax Site In Hoboken? Meeting Wednesday
A development would include retail space and 60 residential units, 6 of them affordable housing, along Hoboken's southern border.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken COVID Documentary To Be Screened Before Elton John Film
Hoboken's free outdoor showing of "Rocket Man" Wednesday will be preceded by a 16-minute film about the NJ city's handling of coronavirus.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Coronavirus Freeze Ends: Rutgers Hikes Tuition, Fees By 2.6%
Here's what a typical undergrad student will pay at Rutgers University's Newark, New Brunswick and Camden campuses.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Vaccine Clinic Planned During Buffalo Grove Community Garage Sale
The free clinic will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the Vernon Township Community Services Building, 2900 N. Main St. in Buffalo Grove.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Coronavirus Life: What To Know About COVID-19 Vaccines
Consumer Reports shares a comprehensive guide to COVID-19 vaccination, from who is eligible to be vaccinated to how long protection lasts.
Concord, NH|News|
7 Deaths Across 7 Days: Coronavirus In New Hampshire
Data Update: Of the 186 new infections last week, 79 were health care workers and 40 were children; 98.4% of all cases have recovered; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Many Americans Resuming Pre-Virus Activities: AP-NORC Poll
Americans are once again going to bars or restaurants, traveling and attending events such as movies or sports.
San Rafael, CA|News|
Bay Area Residents Not So Eager To Ditch Masks: Report
Berkeley residents continued wearing facial coverings on the first day they weren't required to do so, The New York Times reports.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Berkeley Residents Not So Eager To Ditch Masks: Report
Berkeley residents continued wearing facial coverings on the first day they weren't required to do so, The New York Times reports.
Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Nyack-Piermont, NY|News|
Fireworks In HV, Across NY As 70% Vaccination Goal Reached
NY will set off fireworks tonight at 10 sites and light 13 state landmarks in blue and gold (including 2 Hudson River bridges) to celebrate.
Lanning Taliaferro, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Gov. Murphy: NJ Has COVID 'Pandemic Of Unvaccinated Individuals'
Gov. Phil Murphy is urging more New Jerseyans to get vaccinated, saying the state has a COVID-19 "pandemic of unvaccinated individuals."
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Coronavirus Life: Tips For Travel, Gatherings And More After Getting Vaccinated Against COVID-19
As more people are vaccinated against COVID-19, here's when you can confidently go without a mask, vacation, dine out and more.
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy NJ Coronavirus, School, Reopenings Update
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Murphy was set to speak beginning at 1 p.m. on Monday and he may address schools, vaccines and NJ reopenings amid COVID.
Tom Davis, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
COVID-19 In New Hampshire: 5 More Deaths In 7-Days
Coronavirus update: 99K infected during the past 15 months; nearly 700K vaccinated; 27 hospitalized; 38 cases connected to schools; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
New City, NY|News|
Beyond The Soup Kitchen: Music Classes In Rockland
A music teacher coped with the coronavirus pandemic.
Lanning Taliaferro, 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
Across America|News|
U.S. Not Likely To Hit Biden's July 4 Vaccine Goal
So far, 14 states have reached 70 percent coverage among adults, with about a dozen more on pace to reach the milestone by July 4.
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
Concord, NH|News|
Active Coronavirus Cases Drop To 403 In New Hampshire: Update
5-Day Data: 2 more deaths reported; 250 more infections including 57 children in NH; active cases under 50 in every community; more.
Tony Schinella, 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
Concord, NH|News|
Coronavirus Continues To Subside In New Hampshire: 3-Day Update
Data: 4 more NH residents die; active cases still under 500; hospitalizations dip to 40; accumulative cases near 99,000; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|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
Nashua, NH|News|
Nashua Ends Coronavirus Mask, Face Covering Mandate
Mayor Jim Donchess signed the amended ordinance on Thursday — but health officials are suggesting unvaccinated people still wear masks.
Tony Schinella, 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
Across New Jersey, NJ|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
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
Concord, NH|News|
Concord, NH, Coronavirus 3-Day Update
State: Active cases in New Hampshire down to 513; in 72-hours, 315 new infections including 90 children reported; recoveries at 98.1%; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Exeter, NH|News|
Exeter, NH, Coronavirus 3-Day Update
State: Active cases in New Hampshire down to 513; in 72-hours, 315 new infections including 90 children reported; recoveries at 98.1%; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hampton-North Hampton, NH|News|
Hampton And North Hampton, NH, Coronavirus 3-Day Update
State: Active cases in New Hampshire down to 513; in 72-hours, 315 new infections including 90 children reported; recoveries at 98.1%; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff