Tag: Coronavirus

  • Princeton-Mercer tourism bureau releases inspirational video message

    Princeton-Mercer tourism bureau releases inspirational video message

    The Princeton-Mercer Convention and Visitors Bureau (PMCVB) released “Adventure Awaits in Mercer County,” a motivational video featuring highlights of nature-oriented activities in the Princeton Mercer region in an effort to inspire hope during the pandemic.   Designed as a personal letter to residents and future visitors, with aerial nature footage of Mercer County’s farms, parks…

  • #BeSafeAtHome offers virtual programming through Somerset County Library System

    #BeSafeAtHome offers virtual programming through Somerset County Library System

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) has a suite of services to help youths be creative, inspired and curious while still remaining encouraged in their education pursuits.   “While staying safe at home, incorporating the arts into your child’s routine is important at all stages of development,” said Lynn Mazur, youth services…

  • One new case, one new death from COVID-19 reported from Bordentown Township on May 20

    One new case, one new death from COVID-19 reported from Bordentown Township on May 20

    BORDENTOWN – No new cases of the novel coronavirus were reported by Bordentown City on May 20, keeping the total at 28 with four deaths. There was one new case reported from Bordentown Township either on May 20, keeping the total at 66 with five deaths.   Across Burlington County there were 54 new cases…

  • Opinion: How to prioritize mental health during pandemic

    Opinion: How to prioritize mental health during pandemic

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in the time of the novel coronavirus pandemic, mental health has never mattered more. The pandemic is exacting a significant toll on everyone. While many are grieving the loss of a loved one, others are experiencing extreme anxiety, job-related stress (in some cases, reduced hours or job loss),…

  • Metuchen total COVID-19 cases reach 120

    Metuchen total COVID-19 cases reach 120

    METUCHEN – Metuchen has 120 total confirmed positive COVID-19 cases as of May 20, which includes two deaths, according to information provided by Middlesex County. For more information regarding COVID-19, call the state’s hotline at 1-800-222-1222. For Middlesex County information visit discovermiddlesex.com/covid19/ or www.middlsexcountynj.gov/covid19.

  • Old Bridge officials report 12 new positive COVID-19 cases

    Old Bridge officials report 12 new positive COVID-19 cases

    OLD BRIDGE – Old Bridge officials reported 12 new positive COVID-19 cases, which bring the total number of cases to 966, according to Old Bridge Mayor Owen Henry in his daily report on May 20. The township has lost 50 residents to COVID-19, according to Middlesex County. Officials have provided updated charts of the cases,…

  • NJSBA releases special report on reopening schools

    NJSBA releases special report on reopening schools

    The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) has released a special report exploring issues involved in the reopening of schools following the closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report was released on May 20 by the association which is a federation of the state’s local boards of education and includes the majority of New…

  • Monroe new COVID-19 cases under 10

    Monroe new COVID-19 cases under 10

    MONROE – Monroe officials reported six new positive COVID-19 case, bringing the total number of cases to 663, according to the Monroe Township Office of Emergency Management on May 20. The new cases include two residents in long-term care facilities and four community-wide – a 27-year-old male, a 53-year-old female, a 69-year-old female, a 75-year-old…

  • Edison new COVID-19 cases under five

    Edison new COVID-19 cases under five

    EDISON – Edison officials reported four new positive cases of COVID-19 on May 20, bringing the total number of cases to 1,679, according to the Edison Office of Emergency Management. The age range of the cases are 20 to 59, officials said. The township has lost 170 residents to COVID-19, according to Middlesex County. The…