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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco has announced that there are 42 “presumptive positive” cases of COVID-19 identified in the County by the New Jersey Department of Health as of yesterday, Sunday, March 15th.
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Twp of Washington NJ, In an abundance of caution, the Township has decided on the following, in order to mitigate the potential transmission of COVID-19 in our area:
Continue reading Twp of Washington Closes all Public Facilities
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Ridgewood NJ, Yesterday, the Camden County Department of Health announced the second presumptive positive case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Camden County. On Saturday, New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice, Stuart Rabner, announced that all municipal courts in the state will begin a two-week suspension starting Monday.
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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) today called for the New Jersey Department of Treasury and Division of Taxation to provide relief to all New Jersey taxpayers in light of the uncertainty and challenges caused by the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Ridgewood NJ,councilwomen Bernie Walsh posted in the Facebook group , It takes a Ridgewood Village” ,
“I’ve had a bunch of senior citizens that live alone call me over the past couple of days. Many are not online and have no way of getting around. Please “adopt a senior” if you can. This could include making sure they are set up for Swiftreach, have essentials in their cupboard or whatever. Sometimes they just want to talk on the phone and hear someone’s voice. We are such a great community, continue paying it forward. My list is growing if anyone can help out.”
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Ridgewood NJ, Does anybody think it’s a good idea to ban single use, sanitary plastic bags and replace them with reusable bags that will carry the coronavirus? Maybe these politicians and people who are on the plastic bag bandwagon should get off it and think about what’s best for the community.
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND UPDATES ON CORONAVIRUS (COVID 19)
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Ridgewood NJ, Village manager put out the following detailed email as to the Village of Ridgewood status during the coronavirus outbreak:
As you are probably aware, two Village residents have been confirmed with coronavirus, which was sent out in a recorded phone message last night, by Mayor Hache. Please be aware that the safety of the Village residents and Village employees is the top priority for the Village Council and me. Please continue to watch your emails, listen to the recorded phone messages, and read your text messages from the Village of Ridgewood, in addition to visiting the Village’s website, www.ridgewoodnj.net, for updates. The information about coronavirus is found by clicking on the red banner, at the top of the homepage of the Village website. There are links there for the Center for Disease Control, the NJ Department of Health, and by clicking on “Coronavirus Information” at the top of the Village website, it indicates what you should do to be tested for coronavirus, as well as providing other important information. The NJ Department of Health has set up a hotline, to answer questions about COVID 19, which is: 1-800-222-1222. The Village has also set up an email address: [email protected] to provide resources to answer your COVID 19 questions.
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New York NJ, The Federal Reserve on Sunday slashed interest rates to zero percent and announced it would purchases $700 billion in bonds and securities to stabilize financial markets and support the economy.
The emergency rate cut and push to flood the Treasury bond market with liquidity comes as the coronavirus pandemic forces businesses across the U.S. and world to shutter, likely plunging the global economy into a recession.
Free Online Basketball Training today on Facebook live at 11 am
“My name is Ryan Ang from Ang1 Trainings . I am a 16 year old Filipino basketball trainer located in Bergen County . Due to the recent outbreak of COVID 19 ,athletes have not been able to participate in any basketball activities including personal and group training in fear of catching the Coronavirus . Moreover I am unable to conduct my training sessions as it might jeopardize the health and safety of both myself and the athletes . Despite all the negative effects of COVID 19 ,there is come positivity beyond the virus . I have developed a way athletes can train with me without jeopardizing my safety and their safety. I will be conducting online training through the use of social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram .My first ever free online training session will be held today from 11 am to 1130 am . Athletes can tune in on their mobile device on either Facebook Live or Instagram Live in the comfort of their own home or specific location. With your help , we can make a difference and minimize the spread of Cornovirus by enabling athletes to train at home or in a safe location . Together we stand and protect the basketball community. With any question or for more information feel free to contact me ! you can check my YouTube channel @Asianballer Ryan Ang ”
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Ridgewood NJ, Mayor Ramon Hache has confirmed we have 5 confirmed cases of Coronavirus at Valley Hospital. Two of them are Ridgewood residents. While the confirmation of these cases is of great concern, this is not the time to panic. This is the time to work together to contain and prevent the spread of the virus. I urge you to please exercise appropriate social distancing measures. It is the most effective thing you can do to avoid being infected or infecting others. Please continue to adhere to the recommendations of the CDC with regard to washing hands, disinfecting surfaces, and avoiding large gatherings. Common sense is still the best defense. We are continually working with Health Officials and the Office of Emergency Management. As you can appreciate, this is a constantly evolving situation and we will do everything possible to provide you with the most up to date information
Dear Ridgewood Residents,
As Mayor of the Village of Ridgewood, I am here to give you an update on Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Since the first case of Coronavirus in New Jersey was reported one week ago, there have been an unprecedented number of actions taken by local, county and state governments, businesses and religious organizations in an attempt to contain and prevent the spread of the virus. Since then, the World Health Organization has formally declared the Coronavirus a global pandemic.
