Tag: COVID-19
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Spotswood superintendent confirms positive COVID-19 cases at high school
SPOTSWOOD–Since launching a hybrid schedule on Oct. 26, Superintendent Graham Peabody confirmed that two Spotswood High School students have tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). “We are spending a lot of time with reports and investigations. In terms of COVID-19 contact, most of which I will tell you has been deemed as casual contact and close…
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Sparkling lights will illuminate the Metuchen downtown during holiday season
METUCHEN – Sparkling lights will artfully illuminate the roof lines downtown from the Metuchen train bridge along Main Street to Middlesex Avenue in efforts to create an awe-inspiring and unforgettable holiday experience unlike any in the region during the pandemic. “What’s really special is the concept of replacing the [annual Winter Festival] parade because we…
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Old Bridge is one of five coronavirus hotspots in Middlesex County, mayor urges residents continue precautions, avoid large gatherings
OLD BRIDGE – The township is one of five coronavirus hotspots in Middlesex County, said Old Bridge Mayor Henry in his coronavirus update on Nov. 10. “We are working closely with [state and county officials] to address these concerns,” he said. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases have surpassed 1,700 since the township started reporting…
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Age range of new COVID-19 cases from 5-79 in Edison, residents can dispose of hazardous waste through county program on Nov. 15
EDISON – Edison officials reported 25 new COVID-19 cases, which brings the total number of cases to 2,699, according to the Edison Office of Emergency Management on Nov. 10. The age range of the new cases are from 5-79. The township has lost 245 residents to COVID-19, according to Middlesex County. The Tingley Lane rail…
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Small businesses can receive discounts on PPE purchases
New Jersey-based small businesses and nonprofit organizations with 100 or fewer employees may apply to receive 25% discounts on purchases of personal protective equipment (PPE) from vendors approved by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). The discounts are available under Phase 2 of the NJ Small and Micro Business PPE Access Program, which the…
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Edison reports 27 new COVID-19 cases
EDISON – Edison officials reported 27 new COVID-19 cases, which brings the total number of cases to 2,673, according to the Edison Office of Emergency Management on Nov. 9. The age range of the new cases are from 6-73. The township has lost 245 residents to COVID-19, according to Middlesex County. The Tingley Lane rail…
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Woodbridge new COVID-19 cases remain high, annual Veterans Day parade will go virtual on Nov. 11
WOODBRIDGE – The township reported 91 new COVID-19 cases over a three-day period, which brings the total number of cases to 2,763, according to Mayor John McCormac in his coronavirus report on Nov. 9. Forty-one new cases of COVID-19 were reported for Nov. 6, 14 new cases were reported for Nov. 7 and 36 new…
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Panel discussion will address COVID-19’s affect on homelessness
There have always been homeless and hungry families in Mercer County, but the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic dislocation has brought more families seeking help to HomeFront, the Lawrence Township-based nonprofit that helps the homeless and the working poor. HomeFront is bringing together several experts to discuss COVID-19’s impact on homelessness and hunger…
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New COVID cases reported from South Brunswick reflective of testing delays
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The number of positive cases reported last week was in the double digits again, with 22 new cases reported last week. While this number is in line with statistics from the prior two weeks, officials look for trends over a longer period of time to show accurate patterns. In addition, because test…
