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. Vibez Juice Cafe 82 Hutton St View this post on Instagram #happysaturday 🙏🏿 Our response to this crisis is to give love and help everyone boost their […]
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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 the highest daily count of deaths in New Jersey. There are currently 7,017 hospitalizations that could be connected to COVID-19. Approximately 24% […]
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 their civil legal issues and concerns. They sent us some important information regarding Tenant protection during the COVID-19 Health Crisis. Can my […]
Masks – where to get them and why they’re important
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have recently reported that the virus can be transferred through speaking, coughing, or sneezing by people who aren’t exhibiting symptoms. With this new update, they recommend wearing cloth face masks when going out in public where social distancing may be difficult, such as supermarkets. The recommended face […]
Councilman Michael Yun
Updated April 6, 2020 So incredibly sad. Jersey City Councilperson Michael Yun has passed away from COVID-19 related complications. He was a proud family man, business owner, and Jersey City advocate. He wore the cutest bowties. I had the honor of interviewing him a few years ago. Rest in peace, Councilman Yun. It’s w/a heavy […]
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 pandemic, students are forced to depend on online and distance learning strategies. Welcome Home has made it a priority to provide students […]
10 Apps to Stimulate Your Brain While You’re Stuck At Home
With everyone staying home due to the recent outbreak, people are on their phones more than ever. While scrolling through social media and streaming your favorite Netflix series are great ways to kill some time, it is important that we still exercise our cognitive brain functions on a daily basis. Here are ten educational apps […]
Online Fitness Classes To Keep You Active At Home
Staying at home doesn’t mean you can’t be active! Try these at-home workouts in a live class or at your own time. HipFit Dance Fitness View this post on Instagram All things HipFit From Home (new schedule, how to, & pricing information) available in my Streaming Highlights. 🏡👯♀️💪🏼 Comment any questions and please spread the […]
Local and international COVID-19 updates – April 3, 2020
Local As of last night, Jersey City has 902 cases and 26 fatalities, the most confirmed cases in any NJ city. New Jersey has received an additional 4,372 positive test results. This brings the statewide total to 29,895. There are 113 additional deaths, bringing the statewide total to 646. These numbers are not overnight deaths […]
Virtual events to check out this weekend
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out these virtual events. Friday HipFit Fundraiser for JC Relief April 3 @ 8:00 PM View this post on Instagram TONIGHT! 8pm! Teaming up with @laurahipfit for a fun virtual Hip Hop dance class benefitting the #JCRelief Efforts! It’s been over a year since […]
Advocating to Support Essential Workers in the Age of Staying in
For most of us, Covid-19 has leveled our relationship with the world and those around us. For many, it has highlighted the previously imperceptible (ignored) actions by the people in our lives who are essential to maintaining public hygiene and wellbeing. As a result of this, those of us who live in managed buildings with […]
Jersey City Introduces Local Relief Program
Following Mayor Steven Fulop’s announcement that he will introduce an ordinance with the Jersey City Municipal Council to freeze rent increases within rent controlled buildings, Mayor Fulop is unveiling a program of local grants to support small businesses that are facing financial hardships due to the current Covid-19 crisis. The small business grant program will […]
