New Jersey Congressman Jeff Van Drew says he’s ready to support new federal legislation designed to help small businesses. Van Drew says the new legislation adds an additional $300 billion into the popular Payroll Protection Program, and adds $25 billion to support testing for Covid-19.
Senate President Steve Sweeney says it’s possible the state may furlough up to 100,000 workers with reduced pay and shorter hours. Sweeney says the state must take necessary steps in order to save money. Any measure to furlough workers would have to be approved by the legislature and signed in to law by the Governor.
Severe weather is possible mid to late afternoon in our region. Accu Weather predicts a round of thunderstorms with brief downpours and the potential for some hail today. The storms will usher in colder weather, and a freeze warning for South Jersey this evening.
Cumberland County has expanded its coronavirus testing opportunities. Officials announced this week that a drive through testing facility is opening at Rowan College, Vineland campus. Tests will be done on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and individuals will need a prescription to be tested.
Cape May County is reporting two more cases of coronavirus, bringing the total death toll to 15. A 51 year old female from Upper Township and an 83 year old female from Lower Township are the two latest victims. There are now 140 active cases of the …
Some additional details are expected throughout this week from state leaders on a potential reopening plan for the State of New Jersey. Governor Phil Murphy said Monday that personal health results in economic health, and not the other way around. Murphy says New Jersey will be aligned with other states in our region so various …
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy reported some positive news regarding coronavirus. During his Monday address, Murphy showed a graph that clearly shows the number of hospitalizations from Covid-19 are on the way down in the Garden State. Murphy says this shows that social distancing works, and he completely expects a spike in the numbers whenever …
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Atlantic County is reporting no new deaths from coronavirus. County officials announced Monday that 21 new cases, which brings the total count to 427 during the pandemic. The number of deaths from coronavirus stays the same, at 19.
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The Borough of Avalon is opening up access to its municipal marina, courtesy of an order issued by Governor Murphy. Marinas can open as long as social distancing is being followed. Slip holders at Avalon’s Bay Park Marina will be able to access their boats, and the municipal boat ramp will be open to the …
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The Middle Township Committee meets Monday and is expected to lower the interest payment on delinquent taxes to zero percent for 30 days due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Township Committee is also expected to approve a new budget that results in no t…
