Latest Cinnaminson Coronavirus Updates

CINNAMINSON, NJ — The new coronavirus outbreak in New Jersey and across the nation is having vast impacts in Cinnaminson, 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. The governor has declared a Stay at Home order throughout the state. All non-life-sustaining businesses in New Jersey have been closed.

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As of Thursday, there were 67 positive cases of coronavirus in Burlington County, including four confirmed cases in Cinnaminson. There are more than 6,800 cases in New Jersey as of Thursday, and 81 people have died as a result of COVID-19.

Here are the latest local updates from Cinnaminson:

SCHOOLS

All schools in New Jersey remain closed in response to the new coronavirus outbreak, state officials said. MORE.

The Cinnaminson Public School District remains closed, and has implemented a remote learning plan. It may reopen on April 20 at the earliest. It is offering three meals a day every Monday, and two meals a day every Thursday.

BUSINESSES

Sweetwater Bar and Grill is closed temporarily, but the Smoothie King nearby remains open for drive-through orders. For many restaurants and bars in the township, take-out has become the main option.

HOSPITALS
A recent report by ProPublica says Camden area hospitals lack the adequate number of beds to prepare for a surge of coronavirus cases. Officials are talking about re-opening the Inspira hospital in Woodbury. On Wednesday, Health Commissioner Judith Persichelli said services currently using the building have started relocating to pave the way for use of the hospital by the state.

CANCELLATIONS/CLOSURES

In-person masses throughout the Camden Diocese have been cancelled and replaced with streaming services, including for Easter.

Cinnaminson municipal offices, police department and public works are closed to the public, and the most recent township committee meeting was cancelled. The library is closed, and municipal court has also been cancelled. The police department recently posted an update on firearm sales.

The neighbors have gotten together and are helping those who are running out of items and need deliveries. It's called "Cinnaminson Helping Cinnaminson 2020."