Across America|News|
Judge Blocks Biden Vaccine Mandate For Federal Contractors
Federal contractors and seven states sued, but the Georgia judge's order halting vaccine mandates applies to states nationwide.
Coronavirus Across America
The most interesting coronavirus news and features from across the United States.
Across America|News|
Pfizer Says COVID-19 Booster Protects Against Omicron
Lab tests showed a booster increased by 25-fold people's levels of virus-fighting antibodies against the omicron variant.
Across America|News|
Gen Z Is Stressed Out By The Pandemic: AP-NORC, MTV Poll
A majority of Gen Z Americans, those ages 13-24, say the pandemic has profoundly distrupted their education, friendships and dating.
Across America|News|
Omicron Coronavirus Variant Found In Multiple U.S. States
Much is unknown about omicron: Is it more contagious? Can it thwart vaccines? Do people get as sick as with the original coronavirus strain?
Newark, NJ|News|
NJ Health Expert Says Travel Bans ‘Ineffective’ Against Omicron
“For all the talk of ‘following the science,’ what this amounts to is the opposite,” a New Jersey health expert says. Do you agree? [Poll]
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Airport, Others Will Test For Omicron COVID Variant
New Jersey is a “hub for international travel and commerce,” Gov. Phil Murphy said after the latest federal travel ban was announced.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Omicron Variant Of Coronavirus: 5 Things To Know
The new coronavirus variant hasn’t been reported in the United States yet, but travel bans may not be effective in stopping its spread.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Port Authority: $7.9B Budget Shows Signs Of COVID Recovery
Revenues are inching up, Port Authority of NY/NJ officials say. But spending remains “significantly below pre-pandemic projections.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Winter Surge Comes Early For NH Coronavirus Cases: 7-Day Report
In New Hampshire, 5,302 infections were reported in a week — the largest single week increase since mid-January; 25 more COVID-19 deaths.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Happy Reunions At Newark Airport, Others As U.S. Travel Ban Ends
Fully vaccinated residents of foreign countries are allowed to enter the U.S. with proof of a negative COVID test - with some exceptions.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
COVID-19 In New Hampshire: 32 Deaths Reported In A Week
7-Day Data: Nearly 5,000 active infections; hospitalizations just shy of 200; 1.1% of all cases fatal; about 850K take shots; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Kids Ages 5-11 Roll Up Sleeves For COVID Shots: 5 Things To Know
Health officials acknowledge parents of kids ages 5-11 have legitimate concerns about COVID-19 vaccinations, but emphasize safety.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids Under 12: Where To Get One In NH
The CDC as well as New Hampshire health officials are recommending Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for children between 5 and 11.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Firefighters Put On Leave After Refusing Vaccines
A longtime employee said he and six other West Orange firefighters were put on unpaid leave due to the town’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
New Fund For NJ Immigrants ‘Left Behind’ From COVID Aid
Are you a New Jersey resident who was excluded from the federal stimulus checks or unemployment? You may be eligible for a $1,000 payment.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
White House Lays Out Plans To Vaccinate Millions Of Kids Age 5-11
Formal approval is expected after a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory panel meeting scheduled for Nov. 2-3.
Across America|News|
COVID Vaccines Could Protect Against Other Viruses: Study
The study, conducted by Northwestern University researchers, shows it may be possible to develop one vaccine for each coronavirus family.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
United Airlines Gives Every Employee $1,000 Pandemic Bonus
United Airlines is giving $1,000 to 67,000 employees – just in time for the holidays.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Kamala Harris Visits New Jersey To Push For Child Care, Vaccines
The vice president said the federal government needs to invest in child care. She also visited a COVID-19 vaccine site in Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Systemic Racism In NJ Added To Pandemic Deaths, Advocates Say
A “return to normal” isn’t good enough when it comes to coronavirus recovery in New Jersey, a Newark nonprofit says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
9 More COVID-19 Deaths In New Hampshire: 7-Day Update
NH’s fatality rate at 1.22% of all cases; hospitalization rate at 1.48%; officials report 3,309 new coronavirus infections; 29.6% were kids.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
2,500 NJ Security Guards Fight For Pandemic Raises – And Get Them
Thousands of security officers across New Jersey were pondering a strike, their union says. Here’s what got them to back down.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Marina Del Rey, CA|News|
Construction Starts For New Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital
Construction is scheduled to begin in October for the new Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark City Worker Vaccine Mandate Survives Court Challenge
Police and fire department union leaders tried to put a halt to Newark's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city employees.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
15 More COVID-19 Deaths In New Hampshire In 7 Days
3,100+ new coronavirus cases including nearly a third who are under 19; 60% of NH’s residents vaccinated; death rate at 1.29% of all cases.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Essex County Still Has The Most Homeless People In New Jersey
More than one in five NJ residents experiencing homelessness live in Essex County. About 6 percent of them said COVID-19 was the cause.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Windham, NH|News|
More Than 11 COVID-19 Deaths In Windham In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|News|
Nearly 100 COVID-19 Deaths In Nashua In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Salem, NH|News|
More Than 50 COVID-19 Deaths In Salem In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, NH|News|
More Than 10 COVID-19 Deaths In Portsmouth In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Milford, NH|News|
More Than 40 COVID-19 Deaths In Milford In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Merrimack, NH|News|
More Than 10 COVID-19 Deaths In Merrimack In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Londonderry, NH|News|
More Than 10 COVID-19 Deaths In Londonderry In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Exeter, NH|News|
More Than 11 COVID-19 Deaths In Exeter In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hampton-North Hampton, NH|News|
15+ COVID-19 Deaths In Hampton, North Hampton In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
More Than 40 COVID-19 Deaths In Concord In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Bedford, NH|News|
More Than 120 COVID-19 Deaths In Bedford In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Amherst, NH|News|
Fewer Than 4 COVID-19 Deaths In Amherst In 18-Months: Data
7-Day Update: 16 more fatalities due to or related to coronavirus; more than 3,200 new cases and nearly a third were children; more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Delta Variant Found In 99% Of U.S. COVID-19 Cases: CDC
The variant has reached near-total dominance in the United States as new daily cases continue to top 148,000.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Nurses, Others Protest Vaccine Mandates In Concord: Watch
Medical workers, their supporters are holding protests outside hospitals to raise awareness about potential lost jobs, health care freedom.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
