The Diocese of Trenton, which handles four counties in northern New Jersey, is closing its 35 Catholic schools and 100 religious education programs. Schools will be closed at least through March 27th.
Governor Phil Murphy announced Friday afternoon that there are now 21 new presumptive cases of coronavirus in New Jersey, bringing the total number of cases to 50. During a press conference, Murphy says his administration is working with school districts about what he calls “inevitable” school closures in New Jersey. Murphy hinted that it’s likely…
The Wildwood Catholic boys basketball team will not get the chance to compete for a state championship this weekend. The NJSIAA has cancelled the remainder of the boys and girls basketball playoffs due to the coronavirus. The Ocean City girls’ team also loses a chance to compete for a state title.
All new jury trials in New Jersey are being suspended. New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Stuart Rabner announced that the state is taking the step to protect the health and welfare of its citizens. Governor Murphy says he is in full support of the decision.
Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew is calling for his former party to get its act together and pass legislation that will protect Americans from coronavirus. Van Drew issued a statement saying he’s continuing to wait for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to put a useful piece of legislation on the floor to help American families and…
Public gatherings of 250 people or more should be cancelled in New Jersey. That’s the word from Governor Phil Murphy, who held a press conference to update the public on the threat of coronavirus. Murphy says the Garden State is in a “public health emergency”.
There are six new cases of coronavirus in New Jersey, bringing the state’s total to 29. State Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli announced that a teenager from Englewood tested presumptive positive. To date, there are no cases in Cape May County reported.
The fallout from the coronavirus in sports has gotten much worse on Thursday. The NHL has suspended its season, meaning the Flyers’ season is in jeopardy. This follows an announcement last night that the 76ers NBA season was also suspended. Additionally, no more spring training for the Phillies; Major League Baseball pulled the plug on…
Rutgers University will not have an opportunity to play in the Big Ten men’s basketball tournament this year because the entire tournament has been cancelled. Moments before Rutgers was going to tip off against Michigan, the entire tournament was cancelled due to concerns over coronavirus.
ABC News is following developing stories regarding the coronavirus this morning. Actor Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson both have tested positive for coronavirus; they have been in Australia for a movie shoot. And the National Basketball Associated has suspended its season for now after a player tested positive for the virus. ABC News…