Tag: Gov. Phil Murphy
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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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Four new positive COVID-19 cases bring total to 12 in Old Bridge
OLD BRIDGE – Twelve total positive COVID-19 cases have been reported in Old Bridge, after four more were announced on March 22, according to Mayor Owen Henry. “We continue to pray for the affected residents safe and speedy recovery,” Henry said, adding he hoped people were making “the best of your weekend and spending with…
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Residents enjoy recreational activity at Thompson Park ahead of new restrictions
MONROE – Residents enjoyed some recreational activity at Thompson Park – the largest park in the Middlesex County Park System, which is located in Monroe Township and Jamesburg – ahead of Gov. Phil Murphy’s announcement of new restrictions to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic on March 21. Bathroom facilities and playgrounds were…
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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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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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Three governors announce regional approach to combatting COVID-19
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo and Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont have announced a regional approach to combatting the novel coronavirus – or COVID-19 – throughout the tri-state area. The announcement was made at 11 a.m. March 16. The uniform standards announced by the leaders of the three states will…
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Governor addresses healthcare, NJTransit woes during town hall in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – Gov. Phil Murphy visited North Brunswick to discuss the future of New Jersey and how his changes will be beneficial towards the state. Murphy reiterated balance to hundreds of attendees throughout the town hall session held on Feb. 20 at Linwood Middle School. He stated that economic progress and social progress go…
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‘Disingenuous politicians’ work to fool citizens
By RoseAnn Scotti The Trump administration is suing New Jersey to block its rules that limit law enforcement cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and allow criminal aliens to escape into our communities. According to U.S. Attorney General William Barr, these policies are textbook examples of misguided ideology triumphing over common sense law…
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Governor to attend Town Hall in North Brunswick
Gov. Phil Murphy will hold a Town Hall at 7 p.m. on Feb. 20 at Linwood Middle School, 25 Linwood Pl., North Brunswick. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. For security purposes, large bags or backpacks are not permitted. All guests are subject to search. Seating is first come, first serve. For more information, visit northbrunswicknj.gov.
