West Orange, NJ Coronavirus Updates & News For July 21 – Patch.com
Essex County now leads the state in COVID-19 deaths. “Our fight against this deadly disease is far from over,” an official said.
ORANGES, NJ — Essex County will be continuing its series of free coronavirus test events in East and West Orange…. Read more
Amid coronavirus, kids will go for a shorter day, combined with distance learning. There will be mask “breaks” but no lunch or recess.
MILLBURN, NJ — Millburn Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christine Burton released details at Monday evening’s Board of Education meeting for the district’s plan to reopen schools on Sept. 3, taking into account coronavirus precautions. The proposed “blended” plan offers a shorter in-person day for students, combined with virtual learning, so that only half the students will be in the buildings at a time…. Read more
Essex County now leads the state in COVID-19 deaths. “Our fight against this deadly disease is far from over,” an official said.
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Essex County will be continuing its series of free coronavirus test events in Montclair on Tuesday, July 21…. Read more
Travelers flying into Newark from “high-risk” states should be quarantined if they’re showing COVID-19 symptoms, the city’s mayor says.
NEWARK, NJ — Travelers flying into Newark Liberty International Airport from coronavirus hot spots should be quarantined if they’re showing symptoms of COVID-19, Mayor Ras Baraka says…. Read more
It’s wrong to place the burden of COVID-19 safety on the shoulders of young children, U.S. Senate candidate Madelyn Hoffman says.
NEWARK, NJ — Is sending children back to school in Newark and other districts across New Jersey amid the coronavirus pandemic an “acceptable risk”? According to U.S. Senate candidate Madelyn Hoffman, the answer is a hard “no.”… Read more
WATCH: Gov. Murphy announced that New Jersey will offer a remote-learning option for schools amid the coronavirus outbreak.
NEW JERSEY – Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Monday that New Jersey will provide a remote-learning option for schools amid the coronavirus outbreak. He made the announcement as he revealed 177 more coronavirus cases and nine confirmed deaths (you can watch it here, below)…. Read more
Weighing the risks of travelling in a pandemic versus the risks of staying trapped at home is a complex equation.
Editor’s note: The following is Patch Field Editor Russ Crespolini’s, hopefully, weekly column. It is reflective of his opinion alone.Beach chairs strapped to the roof? Check.Back hatch bulging with coolers, clothes and various sundries? Check. Music mix laid out? Check.Box of gloves, masks, wipes and hand sanitizers at the ready? Check.Funnels for emergency use in case the rest stops are closed and/or too full? Check. … Read more