The number of positive COVID-19 cases in New Jersey rose by more than 2,000 for second straight day, while a travel advisory is now in effect for the New York-New Jersey-Connecticut tri-state area.
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All Write Now: Thank you artists everywhere
In her latest “All Write Now,” Melissa D. Sullivan thanks artists everywhere. The Philadelphia Orchestra performed to an empty house, on Facebook Live.
MFEE Arts Open Hearts campaign provides grants for school programs
The Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence has established the Arts Open Hearts Fund, which helps arts programs that aid students’ mental well-being.
COVID-19: Montclair up to 55 cases; no new deaths
Montclair has five new cases of COVID-19, bringing the township total to 55, as the number of statewide cases passes 11,000. However, there were no additional deaths reported in the township on Saturday, March 28.
COVID-19: Montclair residents collect N95 masks for hospitals, first responders
A shortage of N95 masks and other equipment at hospitals in the area is prompting Montclair residents to hold collection drives or resort to 3D printing.
COVID-19: Red Cross, New York Blood Center see massive shortage
With New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s shelter in place order, blood donations are down, but the Red Cross and NY Blood Center desperately need donors.
COVID-19: Fifty Montclair residents now have the virus, one more death reported
Nine more Montclair residents have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the number of cases in Montclair to 50 as of today.
COVID-19: Montclair schools to stay closed until at least April 20
The Montclair schools will remain closed at least until April 20. At that time, the district will decide whether the schools should re-open or remain closed for an additional period of time.
COVID-19: Montclair charities try to cope with increase in need
Montclair charities are trying to meet a rising demand for their services amid the COVID-19 outbreak, but their directors say it has been a challenge at times.
COVID-19: New Jersey sees 2,492 new COVID-19 positive cases
New Jersey saw an increase of 2,492 new COVID-19 positive cases and 19 deaths from the virus today, Thursday, March 26,
COVID-19: Animal shelter seeks parents
Animals can be especially therapeutic now, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Montclair Township Animal shelter seeks parents.
COVID-19: Shopping safely, with helping hands
Shopping feels dangerous during COVID-19 restrictions. Here is our report, from Montclairites ready to help, and from local supermarkets.
COVID-19: In times of crisis, residents ask to hear more from mayor, council
While some towns and their leaders are issuing daily messages to residents amid the COVID-19 pandemic, some Montclairites are criticizing the leadership here for remaining mostly quiet.
COVID-19: State to close daycares except for children of essential workers
New Jersey daycares will have to close by April 1 unless they can verify by March 27 that they are caring only for the children of essential workers, due to the COVID-19 outbreak.