The vaccine has made its introduction locally within the past month, prompting residents to wonder when they can get the vaccine or if they should get it at all. Whether you’re confused or just want to know what your options are, here’s what we know about the vaccine in Hudson County. The state has a […]
Highly recommended COVID testing centers in the area, according to readers
It’s important to get tested regularly, especially if you’re still working outside of your home or are in contact with people often. It’s a great precautionary tool to make sure you’re safe, healthy, and not spreading the virus to other people. Here are some local sites you guys recommended for testing! For all current testing […]
COVID Updates You Need to Know
As we’re seeing COVID cases go up in the country again, we’d like to stress the importance of making sure you’re wearing a mask, getting tested, and keeping your distance when out and about. Today, Governor Murphy announced some new restrictions for the state in light of the increase in cases. Here’s what you need […]
New York City’s Reopening
We’ve been venturing to NYC in the last few weeks as an attempt to “travel” and explore. We’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a few outdoor spots safely (post coming soon). I did drive in to the city as to avoid using public transportation. Parking is a breeze. But NYC is very different now. If […]
City announces Municipal Outdoor Pools Open
Mayor Fulop announced today the reopening of two public pools as well as all city playgrounds and splash pads as the scorching summer temperatures set in and the city works to reopen its public spaces and services to the community at large, on the heels of three-plus months of the pandemic lockdown. The recent summer […]
Reopening of Personal Care Shops in Jersey City- A Guide
My name is Lynn and I am extremely high-maintenance. I came to this conclusion two weeks into the quarantine when my acrylic nails started growing out, my grey hairs emerged to reveal my true age, my eye-brows developed their own identity and so did my bikini line. There’s more but I will leave that here. […]
Recent updates to New Jersey’s COVID-19 measures
As New Jersey continues to see the flattening of the curve in COVID-19 cases, each week has seen a new lift in measures. Here are all the updates we’ve seen in the past couple of months! Stay-at-home order has been lifted BREAKING: Today I’m signing an Executive Order LIFTING OUR STAY-AT-HOME ORDER. Please continue to […]
10 ways I help myself stay somewhat sane | Mental Health in a Pandemic
It comes as no surprise that this pandemic could have a negative effect on people’s mental health. I certainly didn’t realize how normal it all felt to me until I saw this post and felt it hit a little too close to home: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Julia Hava🌹 (@binchcity) […]
The plan to re-open Jersey City
New Jersey is the one first states to act on COVID-19 measures and have been placing orders to keep everyone as safe as possible, from closing parks and places of large gatherings to implementing a mask rule for any retail stores. As the state continues to reopen, the city opened larger parks to provide spaces […]
14 spots to buy cocktails to-go in Jersey City + Hoboken
ICYMI: cocktails are now able to be sold for delivery and takeout from local restaurants! Here are some spots in Jersey City and Hoboken that are bringing back their mixed drinks. Be Awesome Feed Somebody/Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave The crew at BeAwesomeFeedSomebody– Ani Ramen’s non-profit pop up, recently added to-go cocktails to go along […]
Local businesses that have reopened
As more places reopen in the area, we want to make sure everyone’s on top of their local options. Every week, we’ll be sharing and updating lists of local businesses that have reopened for curbside shopping or takeout/delivery. The Boil 8 Erie St View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Boil (@the.boil) […]
Babes of Jersey City – Essential Workers
What a weird time, is the beginning of every conversation these days. It truly is, but you know what’s wonderful about what’s going on? Is that the world is recognizing who the true heroes are. Not our celebrities and reality stars, definetly not our politicians. But our Doctors, our nurses, our police officers and firefighters, […]
I Got 2 Left Feet But I Wanna Learn! Dance Class 4 The ABSOLUTE Beginner
Let’s have some fun and learn to dance online with Master Teacher/Choreographer Jacquie Bird!! About this Event PSSST! Talkin’ to YOU the complete and total novice who has always wanted to learn to dance but you got 2 left feet. You may have tried dance classes but in the end felt intimidated, frustrated, confused and no closer to your […]
9 New Steps Taken Towards The Re-Opening Of The State
We’ve been on lockdown in New Jersey for over two months now and obviously the pressure to re-open the state, country and economy is intensifying. But is it too soon? Social distancing is absolutely working in stopping the spread of the virus and I think many will agree with me that there is fear our […]
Jersey City Launches Virtual Court Proceedings to Protect and Enforce Residents’ Rights
Mayor Fulop, Municipal Prosecutor Jake Hudnut, Municipal Court Chief Judge Carlo Abad, and Municipal Court Director Wendy Razzoli announced the provisions in place to allow for virtual court proceedings beginning Monday, May 11th. For the health and safety of everyone involved, the transition to virtual court utilizing Zoom video conferencing will reduce foot traffic at […]
Babes of Jersey City – Nurses
This week is Nurses Appreciation week, and we wanted to kick things off with Babes of JC- Nurses edition. We are so thankful to these incredible people for all that they do. Our frontline workers are our true heroes! Beatrice Fontano – @bf0ntan0 Bea Fontano and her family immigrated to Jersey City from the Philippines […]
Sunday Guided Meditation To Reconnect To Center
Now is the time to Ground, Center and Balance. To give our poor adrenal glands a breather! About this Event We’re ALL so very deeply affected by this Global event, this Global crisis known as the corona virus. There is so much fear, pain, death, misinformation, noise and uncertainty. That is why It is so […]
Dance The Quarantine Blues Away! Online Jazz Dance Class 4 Beginners
Let’s have some fun with a jazzdance class with Jacquie Bird!! About this Event Heyyyyyyy come join me for a one hour beginner’s Mixed Bag Jazz online dance class!! Shake off the Quarantine Blues in this fun jazz dance session geared to beginners & all levels are welcome! We’ll do a standing warmup followed by […]
14 Food Spots To Order Take-Out/Delivery
If you’re looking for places to order some food, check out some local spots including those that have recently opened back up for takeout and delivery! Just Beclaws https://www.instagram.com/p/B_fz-LAFqqw/ As of May 1, Just Beclaws will be offering contactless delivery and pickup from 2PM to 7PM daily. You can order through Grubhub or via phone […]
Local and international COVID-19: May 1, 2020
Local New Jersey is reporting a total of 118,652 positive cases. The statewide fatalities is now a total of 7,228. As of yesterday: there are currently 6,137 hospitalizations connected to COVID-19. 1,765 require critical/intensive care. Last night, hospitals reported 514 new discharges. NJ is received 550,000 COVID-19 tests and 750,000 swabs from the federal government. […]
