Ex-NJ Gov. Chris Christie In Op-Ed: 'Lucky To Be Alive:' Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the New Jersey Patch network to talk about tonight:

Ex-NJ Gov. Chris Christie In Op-Ed: 'Lucky To Be Alive'

"I am lucky to be alive. It could have easily been otherwise," Christie said in Wall Street Journal piece.>>>Read more.

NJ Gov. Murphy: 1,182 New Coronavirus Cases, 18 New Deaths

New Jersey once again saw more than 1,000 new coronavirus cases. Deaths related to the virus hit double digits for the third straight day.

2 Charged With Assaulting Trump Merchandise Vendor In NJ

Video shows a confrontation after two people approach a roadside merchandise stand.

Newark Councilman Should Resign If Bribery Charge Is True: Mayor

Newark city councilman Joseph McCallum has been accused of taking part in a "scheme" involving local construction and real estate projects.

Are Your Kids Wearing Masks Properly? Tips From Montclair Schools

Putting on a mask isn't as straightforward as it might seem, especially if you're a kid, Montclair school officials say.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Westfield High School Goes Remote After 5 Coronavirus Cases
• Hillsborough 12-Year-Old Boy Bikes 500 Miles For Childhood Cancer
• Singing Summit Sisters Lend Voices To Support Sage Eldercare

Across America

• CDC Updates Exposure Guidance; N. Dakota Suspends Contact Tracing
• Senate Panel Advances Amy Coney Barrett Supreme Court Nomination
• Iran, Russia Meddling In U.S. Presidential Election: Officials

Patch PM shares a few of the day’s must-read items from our New Jersey network. Thank you for reading.