Latest Basking Ridge Coronavirus Updates

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The new coronavirus outbreak in New Jersey and across the nation is having vast impacts in Basking Ridge, including the closure of schools and many businesses.

The number of cases of the illness caused by the virus, known as COVID-19, continue to rise and additional measures and closures continue to be announced.

As of Monday there are 22 total cases of COVID-19 virus. There are also a total of 349 cases in Somerset County as of Monday.

Gov. Phil Murphy said New Jersey saw it's largest one-day total of cases and deaths connected to the coronavirus outbreak on Monday. The numbers rose sharply after eight people died at a nursing home in New Jersey due to the coronavirus, officials announced on Monday. Read more: 8 Die At Nursing Home In Wanaque Due To Coronavirus: Officials

Murphy said New Jersey had 3,347 new cases on Monday, raising the state's case total to 16,636. Thirty-seven more people died, raising the state's total to 198. Read More: NJ Coronavirus: 3,347 New Cases, 37 Die In Highest 1-Day Toll

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Here are the latest local updates from Basking Ridge:

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SCHOOLS

All schools in Bernards Township will remain closed through at least April 17 in response to the new coronavirus outbreak, state officials said. MORE.

BUSINESSES

To help those more vulnerable to the new coronavirus the Basking Ridge Stop & Shop will offer special shopping hours for those 60 and above or those with underlying health conditions. MORE.

Many restaurants in Basking Ridge are now offering expanded or first time delivery service, special take out, and pick-up services as social distancing is encouraged amid new coronavirus concerns. MORE.

The Basking Ridge Business Alliance (BRBA) launched "Basking Ridge Together" to support businesses in and around Bernards Township during the challenges of the new coronavirus. MORE.

FEEL GOOD NEWS

Basking Ridge Carol Pankuck got the surprise of her life when she opened her front door to find a parade outside waiting to celebrate her 80th birthday while social distancing amid the coronavirus outbreak. MORE.

The Chinese American Community of Basking Ridge is working hard to help combat the spread of the coronavirus by collecting money and medical supplies for healthcare providers in the local community. MORE.

HOSPITALS

Visitors will no longer be allowed at RWJ University Hospital Somerset except under special circumstances to protect the health of patients and staff amid new coronavirus concerns. MORE.

CANCELLATIONS/CLOSURES

Basking Ridge declared a State of Emergency on March 24 implementing several changes in town. MORE.

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