NJ TRANSIT Awarded $1.4 Billion in CARES Act Funding
First Bank Donates $30K+ To Provide COVID-19 Relief
MORRIS COUNTY — First Bank announced that it has donated $30,500 to help communities hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The community bank, which has 18 full-service branches throughout New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, has made contributions to more than a dozen nonprofits that will be allocated to fight the mounting medical, social, and economic impact of the pandemic.
“There are many people sacrificing on the frontlines today,” said First Bank President and CEO Patrick L. Ryan. “From health care systems that heal and police departments that protect to nonprofits that serve, we support them. No matter the crisis, we are in this together.”
The NJ Bankers Charitable Foundation effort is the one that kicked off First Bank’s charitable giving campaign. NJ Bankers has agreed to match every dollar donated by NJ Bankers member banks up to $50,000. At the time of this writing, more than $112,000 has been raised (matching included) for the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund. Based in Morristown, the NJPRF raises funds and coordinates resources in response to COVID-19.
Below is a list of more non-profits that have received support from First Bank:
- Rescue Mission of Trenton, based in Trenton, helps individuals in need with many offerings including emergency shelter, weekend soup kitchen, substance abuse program, and a Mission Store.
- 200 Club of Morris County, based in Morris County, provides care for families of emergency workers affected by the pandemic.
- nourish.NJ, based in Morris County, offers food, housing, work readiness, medical, social, and educational services 365 days a year. During COVID-19, they have been providing bagged lunches free to pick-up for anyone who needs it.
- West Chester University, based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, will help students impacted by the global health crisis through the school’s Emergency Student Aid Fund.
- Chester County Community Foundation, based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, helps provide flexible resources to county nonprofits disproportionately impacted by the outbreak.
- The Decency Foundation, based in Hopewell, works with restaurants to provide nourishment to those impacted as part of the Working Meals fundraising campaign.
- Trenton YMCA, based in Trenton, provides free breakfast and lunch for 1,100 children Monday through Friday while school is out, plus 50 meals to families in temporary housing seven days per week in Mercer County and the northern Burlington area.
- Hopewell Valley YMCA, based in Hopewell, provides emergency childcare for essential workers, now through the summer, plus aid in community food pantry efforts.
- Foundations Community Partnership, based in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, helps provide financial resources for nonprofits serving children and families throughout Bucks County.
- Mount Carmel Guild, based in Trenton, assists with home nursing services for low-income seniors citywide and throughout the greater Mercer County region.
- Catholic Youth Organization, based in Trenton, helps operate a food pantry twice per week and distribute about 200 lunches and snack packs each weekday in partnership with the Trenton YMCA.
- Good Counsel Homes, based in Riverside, provides a rescue home for pregnant women, mothers, and children to help avoid homelessness and poverty, many of whom have been hurt by the pandemic.
- Project Paul, based in Keansburg, provides a food pantry and thrift store operation that relies on sales to help fund food pantry efforts. Thrift stores have been closed by the pandemic.
- RWJ Hospital Hamilton Foundation, based in Hamilton, offers a fundraiser to purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) for hospital staff to help counter COVID-19-related shortages.
- Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, based in Cherry Hill, offers a fund for COVID-19 relief.
- Boys & Girls Club of Mercer County, based in Trenton, provides children age 3-18 throughout the county with social, enrichment, and recreational activities. The group’s biggest fundraising event of the year has been turned into an online event due to COVID-19.
Brenda Rascher, executive director of Catholic Social Services at the Diocese of Trenton, said First Bank’s contributions to the last four listed charities will “go far” in offering much-needed basic services.
“Many people may not be aware that all our Catholic social service agencies are open and serving those in need while also making adjustments for social distancing,” Rascher said. “The four agencies that received First Bank’s donations are all not only serving an increasing number of families at their food pantries, but their usual sources of financial support and food donations have been interrupted or even stopped completely.”
Tobias Bruhn, executive director at the Foundations Community Partnership, echoed similar sentiments.
“Our new COVID-19 Response Grant program reflects Foundations Community Partnership’s long-standing commitment to help the non-profit community in their efforts to serve Bucks County children, youth, and families throughout this public health and economic crisis,” Bruhn said. “We applaud First Bank’s generous support and commitment to our community in times like these. It’s comforting to know that ‘We Are All in This Together.’”
How First Bank Bands Communities Together
There are several reasons why First Bank is one of the fastest-growing community banks in the nation.
For example, the bank believes in local decision-making. In other words, clients have access to First Bank’s decision-makers. The bank’s market executives have lending authority—and use it. For larger clients, customers can expect to talk to the bank’s CEO, who plays a pivotal role in helping to foster lasting business relationships.
Most importantly, the community bank views itself as a solution-provider, where everything begins with a conversation. First Bank’s employees listen intently and ask smart questions, so they can provide the best answer.
In addition, First Bank operates with a long-term mindset. It recognizes that its reputation is its most valuable asset. To preserve its good name, First Bank keenly focuses on delivering the best long-term results. By providing great recommendations and following through on its promises, the community bank continues to build its reputation and base of happy customers.
The community bank’s branches offer the bank’s full range of financial solutions for families and businesses, including:
- Personal deposit accounts
- Business deposit accounts
- Certificates of deposits
- Retirement accounts
- Cash management services
- Commercial lending
- Lines of credit
- Term loans
- Real estate loans
The bank offers traditional deposit and loan banking services for individuals, families, and commercial clients. The bank has approximately 210 employees working throughout New Jersey in Burlington, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset, and Morris counties, as well as Bucks and Chester counties in Pennsylvania.
To learn more about First Bank click here.
Morris County has 5,966 presumptively tested positive cases of COVID-19; 550 Deaths
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County has risen to 5,966 presumptively tested positive cases an increase of 55 cases since last reported on Thursday, May 14. A total of 550 deaths have been reported in Morris County. In New Jersey a total of 143,905 presumptively tested positive cases with a total of 10,138 deaths.
The County of Morris, in partnership with Atlantic Health, is offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the County College of Morris, Dover Chester Road, Randolph, NJ 07869, in parking lot 1. The hours for testings are 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on weekdays and is for Morris County residents only. There is no fee for the test.
To be tested, residents MUST:
- have a COVID-19 test prescription from a healthcare provider
- read and acknowledge the consent form
- make an appointment
For information and to make appointment residents should visit the Morris County by clicking here.
Municipality | 5/7 | 5/8 | 5/11 | 5/12 | 5/13 | 5/14 | 5/15 |
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Town of Boonton | 98 | 99 | 99 | 100 | 101 | 101 | 101 |
Township of Boonton | 59 | 63 | 63 | 74 | 74 | 82 | 74 |
Borough of Butler | 79 | 80 | 82 | 82 | 83 | 86 | 85 |
Borough of Chatham | 52 | 52 | 54 | 54 | 53 | 54 | 54 |
Township of Chatham | 121 | 121 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 116 |
Borough of Chester | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Township of Chester | 40 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 |
Township of Denville | 141 | 141 | 142 | 145 | 145 | 137 | 145 |
Town of Dover | 593 | 606 | 620 | 620 | 623 | 627 | 630 |
Township of East Hanover | 125 | 126 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 126 | 126 |
Borough of Florham Park | 116 | 116 | 116 | 116 | 119 | 119 | 119 |
Township of Hanover | 157 | 157 | 157 | 170 | 170 | 165 | 173 |
Township of Harding | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 24 |
Township of Jefferson | 199 | 199 | 202 | 205 | 205 | 204 | 204 |
Borough of Kinnelon | 61 | 63 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 68 | 69 |
Borough of Lincoln Park | 286 | 286 | 298 | 300 | 302 | 305 | 305 |
Township of Long Hill | 42 | 43 | 43 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
Borough of Madison | 120 | 118 | 124 | 125 | 128 | 126 | 127 |
Borough of Mendham | 55 | 57 | 60 | 61 | 61 | 61 | 66 |
Township of Mendham | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 35 | 38 |
Township of Mine Hill | 56 | 56 | 56 | 57 | 57 | 58 | 58 |
Township of Montville | 208 | 210 | 209 | 209 | 208 | 209 | 209 |
Borough of Morris Plains | 53 | 53 | 53 | 55 | 55 | 58 | 55 |
Township of Morris | 261 | 265 | 269 | 268 | 267 | 269 | 270 |
Town of Morristown | 456 | 465 | 475 | 477 | 479 | 456 | 489 |
Borough of Mount Arlington | 44 | 44 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
Township of Mount Olive | 233 | 234 | 238 | 239 | 238 | 238 | 237 |
Borough of Mountain Lakes | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
Borough of Netcong | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Township of Parsippany | 643 | 644 | 665 | 668 | 675 | 678 | 681 |
Township of Pequannock | 171 | 175 | 182 | 186 | 189 | 189 | 191 |
Township of Randolph | 253 | 252 | 252 | 253 | 252 | 252 | 252 |
Borough of Riverdale | 34 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 36 |
Borough of Rockaway | 92 | 92 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 |
Township of Rockaway | 226 | 228 | 230 | 231 | 231 | 235 | 236 |
Township of Roxbury | 224 | 228 | 229 | 230 | 232 | 235 | 235 |
Borough of Victory Gardens | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Township of Washington | 101 | 101 | 102 | 103 | 103 | 102 | 103 |
Borough of Wharton | 143 | 144 | 143 | 145 | 144 | 149 | 149 |
TOTALS | 5689 | 5741 | 5837 | 5890 | 5913 | 5911 | 5966 |
The figures reflect COVID-19 positive cases as of the date and time indicated, some cases which may be pending, or have yet to be entered into the system.
Please note the following limitations and provisos related to the data above:
- COVID-19-related deaths are not included in this data. Visit the State of NJ COVID-19 Dashboard for a summary of death totals.
- Pursuant to HIPAA, specific identifying health information of persons testing positive or who have passed due to the virus will not be released.
- Data reflects COVID-19 positive cases on dates and times indicated; some cases may be pending and are not yet entered.
- Data may not include cases with incomplete or incorrect street addresses or PO boxes. Such cases require additional investigation by local health officials.
- Figures do not include persons under quarantine/isolation due to exposure and who have not tested positive.
- The numbers, especially higher numbers, do not necessarily reflect community spread in a specific town. Various factors may be related to high numbers, such as increased testing and facilities with high-risk populations.
- This data should not be used to gauge if heightened precautions are needed in specific towns. Social distancing, hand hygiene, and preventive steps must be followed at all times regardless of the number of cases in a municipality.
Updates from Morris Cou
Spin Cycle Laundry Services Names Michael Arbus to Vice President of Sales
EAST HANOVER — Spin Cycle Laundry Services, a leading provider of commercial laundry solutions serving the multifamily industry, has named industry veteran Michael Arbus to the position of vice president of sales. The company serves a diverse customer base of apartment-rental, co-op, condominium, and townhome community property owners and managers within New Jersey and throughout the Greater New York Metro.
Established in 1995 and headquartered in East Hanover, Spin Cycle is an innovative provider of next-generation laundry equipment and services designed to serve multifamily property owners and their tenants. Company-maintained machines and custom-designed laundry centers are an integral lifestyle amenity for today’s renters, given the current stay-at-home environment.
“Spin Cycle is pleased to welcome Mike, a well-respected commercial laundry services visionary who has demonstrated the ability to help property owners address their needs with innovative technologies and best practices,” said Eric Gebroe, vice president.
In an industry where the acquisition of well-established commercial laundry companies by large conglomerates has become commonplace, Spin Cycle is leveraging its customer-first philosophy and emphasis on innovation.
“This is what brought me to Spin Cycle – the company’s long-term relationships with customers that extend well beyond state-of-the-art machines with reporting and usage technology,” said Arbus. “Spin Cycle serves people, from the building owners and managers to those residing at the property who seek dependable, clean machines.”
Each on-site Spin Cycle laundry center features modern Speed Queen commercial equipment with app-based and MoneyCard-based payment options. The specially designed centers are created in collaboration with the property owner and management team. In addition to conducting regular on-premises site visits, the centers are monitored in real-time by Spin Cycle’s proprietary remote technology platform that monitors usage, payments, and overall performance.
Since its inception 25 years ago, Spin Cycle’s commercial laundry products services an integrated technology platform have continually evolved to meet the needs of multifamily property owners. Over the course of its history, Spin Cycle has deployed thousands of commercial washing machines and dryers to properties across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania’s top-performing and emerging suburban and urban submarkets.
Prosecutor’s Office Reminds Residents to Not Leave Vehicles Unlocked Overnight
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker, and President of the Morris County Police Chiefs’ Association remind residents to always lock their vehicles at night, even if parked in the driveway. Never leave your key fobs in your vehicle.
The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has been monitoring a recent trend involving unlocked vehicles, most recently in Randolph, Mendham and Morris Plains. Vehicles were either stolen or burglarized during the overnight hours. Most concerning is the fact that some of these incidents resulted in pursuits involving law enforcement.
Please be sure to lock your vehicles even when parked in your driveway or garage. Also, be sure to remove any valuables from your vehicle. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to their local police department.
Together, law enforcement and residents can prevent these crimes from occurring.
Prosecutor Warns Residents of Criminal Scams Targeting Residents During COVID-19
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker advise residents that criminal scammers are taking advantage of the COVID-19 emergency while people are staying home to conduct scams by phone, email and online, especially targeting our elderly population.
We and our Law enforcement partners throughout Morris County and the State have observed an increase in the number of scams and confidence crimes. Residents are being asked to remain vigilant, especially as scammers are trying to upset them into impulsively turning over money. Residents are encouraged to reach out to elderly friends and relatives to alert them about these scams.
Some examples are as follows:
BAIL BOND – A criminal will call the victim and explain their grandchild has been arrested. The criminal may or may not provide the grandchild’s name. In some cases, a person was placed on the phone pretending to be the grandchild as proof of being arrested. The criminal will ask the victim to post (in other words, give) a sum of money in order for the grandchild to be released from jail. During a recent incident in Roxbury Township, the criminal asked for the victim’s home address in order to pick up the money. This type of scam is particularly dangerous, as the criminal will attempt to collect the money in person directly from the victim.
Please be aware, the criminal may give the victim instructions on what to say to a bank teller if they ask why cash is being withdrawn. The criminal may also instruct the victim to act upset and angry or to tell the bank employee that it is none of their business.
IRS SCAM – A criminal will call the victim and tell them that they owe the government money and face being arrested if they do not pay. To avoid being arrested, the victim must satisfy the debt by way of a MoneyGram or gift cards.
Please be aware that the IRS will never call and attempt to settle a tax debt via MoneyGram or gift card.
STIMULUS CHECKS – The United States Postal Inspection Service advises that scammers are calling and/or emailing individuals claiming to be from the Treasury Department, and offering expedited payments or assistance with obtaining an Economic Impact Payment. According to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, citizens do not need to pay taxes or processing fees in order to obtain the relief stimulus payment. Residents are advised if they receive a call asking for personal information or for fees to obtain a stimulus check, do provide any personal information, and do not send money.
Prosecutor Knapp said, “I am appalled by these attacks upon our most vulnerable residents. Personally, the 95-year-old father of my close friend was bilked out of $25,000 on a Bail Scam. Please don’t be a victim!”
Residents can also report the theft of stimulus checks from the mail to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by clicking here or 1-800-ASK-USPS.
If you are contacted please notify your local police department or the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit at (973) 285-6200.
Public and Private Beaches Reopen for Memorial Day Weekend
NEW JERSEY — Acting on a commitment to coordinate regional policies in response to COVID-19, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, and Delaware Governor John Carney today announced a multi-state agreement to reopen public and private beaches with certain restrictions in place effective, Friday, May 22. This approach will better align the states’ policies ahead of the summer months.
“A trip to the beach is a treasured past time for New Jerseyans on Memorial Day weekend just as it is for residents in our neighboring states,” said Governor Murphy. “By aligning our social distancing policies for beaches, we can bring some semblance of a ‘new normal’ to our region ahead of the first weekend of the summer season.”
“With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching and warmer weather on the way, we want to make sure New Yorkers and residents of our neighboring states are able to safely enjoy outdoor recreational activities,” Governor Cuomo said. “We have been coordinating with other states throughout this entire pandemic, and we have worked on an agreement allowing beaches to be open with proper social distancing and other public health protections in place so we can begin establishing a new normal without jeopardizing the progress we’ve already made.”
“Our beaches are some of our most beautiful and treasured assets,” said Governor Lamont. “We want to make sure they are enjoyed up and down the East Coast in the safest possible way, especially as the Summer Season begins. Working together as states to make sure they can be enjoyed responsibly makes sense.”
“Summer at the beach is a huge part of life for so many Delawareans,” said Governor Carney. “As we ease our way into a new normal, we’re trying to find ways for Delawareans to safely enjoy the outdoors and the company of their families.”
Morris County has 5,952 presumptively tested positive cases of COVID-19; 550 Deaths
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County has risen to 5,952 presumptively tested positive cases an increase of 39 cases since last reported on Wednesday, May 13. A total of 550 deaths have been reported in Morris County. In New Jersey a total of 143,905 presumptively tested positive cases with a total of 10,138 deaths.
The County of Morris, in partnership with Atlantic Health, is offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the County College of Morris, Dover Chester Road, Randolph, NJ 07869, in parking lot 1. The hours for testings are 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on weekdays and is for Morris County residents only. There is no fee for the test.
To be tested, residents MUST:
- have a COVID-19 test prescription from a healthcare provider
- read and acknowledge the consent form
- make an appointment
For information and to make appointment residents should visit the Morris County by clicking here.
Morris County COVID-19 Cases
Municipality | 5/6 | 5/7 | 5/8 | 5/11 | 5/12 | 5/13 | 5/14 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Town of Boonton | 98 | 98 | 99 | 99 | 100 | 101 | 101 |
Township of Boonton | 58 | 59 | 63 | 63 | 74 | 74 | 74 |
Borough of Butler | 78 | 79 | 80 | 82 | 82 | 83 | 86 |
Borough of Chatham | 52 | 52 | 52 | 54 | 54 | 53 | 54 |
Township of Chatham | 121 | 121 | 121 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
Borough of Chester | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Township of Chester | 38 | 40 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 | 41 |
Township of Denville | 141 | 141 | 141 | 142 | 145 | 145 | 145 |
Town of Dover | 586 | 593 | 606 | 620 | 620 | 623 | 627 |
Township of East Hanover | 125 | 125 | 126 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 126 |
Borough of Florham Park | 115 | 116 | 116 | 116 | 116 | 119 | 119 |
Township of Hanover | 158 | 157 | 157 | 157 | 170 | 170 | 173 |
Township of Harding | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
Township of Jefferson | 194 | 199 | 199 | 202 | 205 | 205 | 204 |
Borough of Kinnelon | 61 | 61 | 63 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 68 |
Borough of Lincoln Park | 285 | 286 | 286 | 298 | 300 | 302 | 305 |
Township of Long Hill | 42 | 42 | 43 | 43 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
Borough of Madison | 120 | 120 | 118 | 124 | 125 | 128 | 126 |
Borough of Mendham | 55 | 55 | 57 | 60 | 61 | 61 | 61 |
Township of Mendham | 36 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
Township of Mine Hill | 56 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 57 | 57 | 58 |
Township of Montville | 207 | 208 | 210 | 209 | 209 | 208 | 209 |
Borough of Morris Plains | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
Township of Morris | 261 | 261 | 265 | 269 | 268 | 267 | 269 |
Town of Morristown | 454 | 456 | 465 | 475 | 477 | 479 | 487 |
Borough of Mount Arlington | 44 | 44 | 44 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
Township of Mount Olive | 231 | 233 | 234 | 238 | 239 | 238 | 238 |
Borough of Mountain Lakes | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
Borough of Netcong | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
Township of Parsippany | 643 | 643 | 644 | 665 | 668 | 675 | 678 |
Township of Pequannock | 163 | 171 | 175 | 182 | 186 | 189 | 189 |
Township of Randolph | 253 | 253 | 252 | 252 | 253 | 252 | 252 |
Borough of Riverdale | 34 | 34 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 35 | 36 |
Borough of Rockaway | 91 | 92 | 92 | 94 | 94 | 94 | 94 |
Township of Rockaway | 224 | 226 | 228 | 230 | 231 | 231 | 235 |
Township of Roxbury | 222 | 224 | 228 | 229 | 230 | 232 | 235 |
Borough of Victory Gardens | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Township of Washington | 101 | 101 | 101 | 102 | 103 | 103 | 102 |
Borough of Wharton | 143 | 143 | 144 | 143 | 145 | 144 | 149 |
TOTALS | 5651 | 5689 | 5741 | 5837 | 5890 | 5913 | 5952 |
The figures reflect COVID-19 positive cases as of the date and time indicated, some cases which may be pending, or have yet to be entered into the system.
Please note the following limitations and provisos related to the data above:
- COVID-19-related deaths are not included in this data. Visit the State of NJ COVID-19 Dashboard for a summary of death totals.
- Pursuant to HIPAA, specific identifying health information of persons testing positive or who have passed due to the virus will not be released.
- Data reflects COVID-19 positive cases on dates and times indicated; some cases may be pending and are not yet entered.
- Data may not include cases with incomplete or incorrect street addresses or PO boxes. Such cases require additional investigation by local health officials.
- Figures do not include persons under quarantine/isolation due to exposure and who have not tested positive.
- The numbers, especially higher numbers, do not necessarily reflect community spread in a specific town. Various factors may be related to high numbers, such as increased testing and facilities with high-risk populations.
- This data should not be used to gauge if heightened precautions are needed in specific towns. Social distancing, hand hygiene, and preventive steps must be followed at all times regardless of the number of cases in a municipality.
Bergen Amendment to Stop State from Increasing Personal Debt Rejected by Democrats
MORRIS COUNTY — Democrats passed on the chance at giving cash assistance grants to hospitality industry businesses, instead of requiring them to apply for state loans that have to be paid back.
Assemblyman Brian Bergen noted that the funding for the program (A3959) is from federal grants to the state, and the state would be benefitting itself on the backs of struggling business owners.
“Any money that is given to a state as a grant, in my opinion, should be given out as a grant, not as a loan,” said Bergen (R-Morris) during Assembly session. “As a business owner, I can tell you loans are something that can kill a business, and they are not the answer. Particularly in a crisis.”
His amendment was voted down along party lines.
“The state shouldn’t be benefitting off the backs of the people we are charged with helping. All of this money can be used as grants and should be used as grants, and I believe it’s wrong to do anything else,” continued Bergen.
East Hanover Coronavirus Update: Friday, May 15, 2020
EAST HANOVER — Latest Update from East Hanover Mayor Joseph Pannullo
Please be advised the East Hanover Health Department has informed us that since the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, East Hanover has had 131 confirmed cases. Of the 131 cases, 109 cases are closed meaning that all appropriate protocols were taken; the isolation period is over and completed according to the NJ State Department of Health guidelines. There are still 10 open cases and 3 of the 10 are hospitalized. The remaining 7 cases remain home quarantined. Sadly, we report that there have been 12 fatalities in East Hanover due to the coronavirus.
We ask that you pray for those who have the virus and to pray for those families that have lost their loved ones.
We ask that you patronize our local businesses by using technology to make your purchases online as well as patronize our restaurants by using their takeout and delivery services.
Please, if at all possible, stay at home. If you must go out, please wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
I would also like to thank all of our first responders; they are all doing a great job.
I remind you that our parks are open for walking, jogging, and biking. Tennis courts will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. every day with the following rules to be followed: East Hanover residents only, Singles play meaning only 2 players per court, social distancing rules must be followed, and the wearing of masks and gloves are suggested.
For additional information regarding the coronavirus, call the NJ COVID-19 Information Public Call Center at 1-800-962-1253 or
Call NJ 211 or text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text information and to stay informed.
To receive live text assistance, residents can text their zip code to 898-211.
The NJ Department of Human Services operates a toll-free “warm line,” which is a resource for people seeking mental health services …, (877) 294-HELP (4357).
If you have any questions, please call me on my cell at 973-418-5859.
Thank you,
Mayor Joseph Pannullo