Category: Bordentown Register News
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Gov. Murphy announces closure of all non-essential retail businesses
To mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and protect the capacity of New Jersey’s health care system for the state’s most vulnerable individuals, Gov. Phil Murphy on March 21 signed Executive Order No. 107, directing all residents to stay at home until further notice. The order provides for certain exceptions, such as obtaining essential goods or…
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U.S. attorney urges public to report suspected COVID-19-related fraud
U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito of the District of New Jersey urged the public to report suspected fraud schemes related to COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) by calling the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) hotline at 1-866-720-5721 or emailing [email protected]. In coordination with the Department of Justice, Attorney General William Barr has directed U.S. Attorneys to…
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Murphy expands restrictions for New Jersey residents
Gov. Phil Murphy announced new restrictions during a press conference on March 21 to address COVID19 concerns. Effective March 21 at 9 p.m., the new standards for businesses are as follows: CLOSED Gatherings of individuals, such as parties, celebrations, or other social events, are cancelled unless explicitly authorized by Executive Order 107. CDC guidance defines…
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BJ’s will open at 8 a.m. for shoppers age 60 and older
Beginning on March 22, all New Jersey BJ’s Wholesale Club locations will begin opening one hour early every day for members who are age 60 or older. From 8-9 a.m. daily there will be a designated entrance for community members, age 60 and older, to shop in a less crowded environment which better enables social…
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A pandemic that has impacted all aspects of life
The recent outbreak of COVID-19 is having a trickle down, chain reaction effect on all aspects of life. Emergency response Chief Robert Robinson of the North Brunswick First Aid and Rescue Squad said first responders may wear extra gowns, masks and gloves when responding – but they will respond. “We are always preparing for cases…
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Gov. Murphy announces social distancing measures in face of COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy has implemented a series of social distancing measures to mitigate the further spread of COVID-19/coronavirus in New Jersey. The measures will remain in place until the executive order Murphy signed on March 16 has been lifted. Among the directives, Murphy indefinitely closed all public and private preschool, elementary and secondary schools, and…
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Burlington County officials form task force in response to coronavirus outbreak
Burlington County officials have taken action in response to reported cases of COVID-19 in New Jersey. Freeholder Director Felicia Hopson announced on March 12 that a Coronavirus Task Force was formed to coordinate measures appropriately and prepare for health hazards of COVID-19. County officials said the Task Force is charged with managing the county response…
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Rowan College at Burlington County responds to COVID-19
Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) administrators aim to inform students and staff in response to reported cases of coronavirus in New Jersey. “For many people, coronavirus incites anxiety, uncertainty and sometimes panic,” Rowan College officials said in a statement. “It also presents an opportunity to inform while drawing from the expertise of Rowan College…
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Bordentown Township officials to review additional options for proposed municipal complex
Bordentown Township officials announced that they will re-examine their proposal to build a new municipal complex on designated open space after residents raised multiple concerns at a public meeting. Bordentown Township Mayor Stephen Benowitz announced at a March 9 Township Committee meeting that officials have “stopped the process, completely” to divert approximately eight acres of…