Tag: Middlesex County
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Middlesex County announces changes to transit program, closure of golf courses during COVID-19 outbreak
During the COVID-19 outbreak, some regular services in Middlesex County have been altered, including the Middlesex County Area Transit (MCAT) program and county golf courses. “Middlesex County has been working around the clock to ensure our residents do not lose the vital services they rely on every day. While our lives and daily routines have…
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Middlesex County reports first death from coronavirus; North and South Brunswick confirm additional cases
Middlesex County has reported its first death from COVID-19. The woman is a 98-year-old resident of New Brunswick, a county spokesperson said. “COVID-19 has caused suffering in communities across the globe and upended our way of lives. I wish I could say Middlesex County is immune to the immense impact of the disease, but I…
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Middlesex County closes all public buildings; freeholder meeting will be conducted via conference call
The Board of Chosen Freeholders together with the Middlesex County Public Health Officer have directed that all Middlesex County buildings are closed to the public until further notice. This measure is in line with continued efforts from the county to keep employees and the public safe and healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak, said…
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Middlesex County declares State of Emergency in response to COVID-19 outbreak
Middlesex County Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios and the Board of Chosen Freeholders have declared a county-wide state of emergency in response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. The declaration, which will make the county eligible for federal reimbursement for extraordinary measures; authorizes the county and its agencies to the necessary steps to contain, prepare…
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Officials throughout Middlesex County address coronavirus
Officials in Middlesex County are addressing concerns about the spread of coronavirus to the U.S. The South Brunswick Office of Emergency Management (OEM) held a briefing on preparation and response to the coronavirus on March 2. More than two dozen stakeholders representing schools, EMS, fire, health, elected officials and township department heads…
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Battling the opioid crisis in Middlesex County
The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office is currently combating the opioid crisis by incorporating a 24-hour hotline (732-596-4199) and simultaneously administering two ongoing state funded Operation Helping Hand (OHH) grants. Middlesex County’s version of OHH, called Blue Cares, offers a 24-hour, 7 days a week Blue Cares hotline, staffed by approximately 30 trained peer recovery coaches,…
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Ice Cream Emergency will station second truck in Middlesex, Mercer county area
Ice Cream Emergency, a mobile ice cream catering company, will station its newest Ice Cream Emergency Bus in Middlesex and Mercer counties through the efforts of Nicole Rosser of Sayreville. This will be the second franchisee in New Jersey The bus is expected to begin “Saving Lives One Scoop at a Time” in April. Ice…
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Students asked to be Freeholder for a Day through essay contest
Middlesex County is sponsoring an essay contest open to eighth, 11th and 12th graders, allowing them to explore the role freeholders play in governing Middlesex County. Through March 4, students can submit ideas that explain what they would do if they were Freeholder for a Day. One eighth grade winner will receive a $250 scholarship,…
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‘Middlesex County is where excellence becomes reality’ is theme of 2020
Middlesex County Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios unveiled the county’s initiatives and goals for the coming year at the 2020 Reorganization of the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Sheriff Mildred S. Scott, Freeholder Kenneth Armwood and Freeholder Charles Kenny were also re-elected to another term in November’s election. All were all sworn into office…
