Here's the latest we know about what's going on with the coronavirus and how it's affecting Jersey City residents.
Getting assistance through the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation
As the focus of our world revolves around maintaining and solving the COVID-19 crisis, BEOF remains focused on ensuring Hudson County Residents are supported through and after these unprecedented times. As unemployment rates
Local and international COVID-19 updates: April 16, 2020
Local Today, New Jersey has reported 75,317 total positive cases. The total statewide fatalities is 3,518. Of the current deaths, 43% are female and 57% are male. 51.1% are white, non-Hispanic. 22.5% are
Local and international COVID-19 updates: April 14, 2020
Local Today, New Jersey has reported 68,824 total cases. The total statewide fatalities is 2,805. There are currently 8,185 hospitalizations connected to COVID-19. 2,051 require critical/intensive care. 514 residents have been discharged over
Pandemic etiquette and social distancing: the do’s and dont’s
We all hear the terms “flatten the curve” and “social distancing” on a daily basis, but there might still be some confusion. As we still see people gathering in groups or standing a
Jersey City launches $3 million local relief fund
Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced the latest steps to provide resources and support to the city’s most vulnerable residents as the challenges presented by the pandemic exposes the need for greater philanthropic investment
Local and international COVID-19 updates: April 9, 2020
Local Today, the total count of cases in New Jersey is 51,027. The total statewide fatalities is 1,700. 7,363 individuals are hospitalized. 1,523 residents are in intensive care and 1,551 are on ventilators.
Virtual events to check out this week
Have some fun at home with these virtual events! Chilltown Strong April 9 @ 8AM – April 10 @ 8AM https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uyZ1Clhw6/ Join Chilltown Collective for Chilltown Strong, a 24-hour broadcast with a huge
COVID-19 Experience
Reader submission- Leah Dear friends and family, I want to first thank you for all the love and support you have given over the last few weeks. Dan and I are truly overwhelmed
9 food spots to support in the Heights
As we honor beloved community member and councilperson Michael Yun, support some of the local businesses in his ward that are still up and running during the pandemic. Gino’s Pizza 380 Central Ave
Local and international COVID-19 updates: April 7, 2020
Going forward, our COVID-19 updates will be shared on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Local Today, the total count of cases is 44,416. The total statewide fatalities is 1,232. Today’s report of 232 deaths is
Tenant protections during the COVID-19 health crisis
The Waterfront Project (WFP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting Hudson County’s economically disadvantaged people – the working poor, seniors, veterans, and those living with disabilities – by providing information, advice, and pro bono legal representation to address
Helping refugee children learn at home
Welcome Home Jersey City is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides educational, employment, and material support to refugees, asylees, and asylum-seekers in the Jersey City area. With schools closed due to the COVID-19