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Monmouth County has 239 additional positive cases of COVID-19

Details: Category: News; Published: 16 April 2021

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone and County Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley have announced that today, April 16, there are 239 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Monmouth County. There are six new deaths being reported today related to COVID-19 in Monmouth County.

The County Commissioners and the Monmouth County Health Department (MCHD) are strongly urging residents to do their part to slow the spread by practicing social distancing, wearing a face covering when social distancing is not possible, not gathering in large crowds, washing their hands and staying home when sick.

Bayshore Pharmacy Offers Vaccinations in AH

Details: Category: News; Published: 15 April 2021

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS - Bayshore Pharmacy at the Foodtown Shopping Plaza on Route 36 and First ave., is now making appointments for Covid 19 vaccinations.

We have prepared to vaccinate our community since receiving approvals in December. We are extremely happy to be able to bring the vaccine to our community. We are happy to be your partner in health,” said Richard Stryker pharmacist and part owner of the privately owned pharmacy.

Stop the Intensive Confinement of Farm Animals

Details: Category: Letters to the Editor; Published: 15 April 2021

As more people become aware of the intensive confinement of billions of animals on factory farms —from pregnant pigs held in gestation crates so small that they can’t turn around to hens given less space than the size of a piece of printer paper — they’re demanding food products that are produced in higher welfare conditions. This isn’t a passing trend; major companies are increasingly recognizing that their customers don’t want to support animal cruelty.

Registration Open Now for COVID-19 Vaccinations for Those 16 and Up

Details: Category: News; Published: 15 April 2021

Current vaccine eligibility for those 55 and older, those with chronic medical conditions and those with specific career backgrounds

West Orange, NJ - As of Monday, April 19th, all individuals age 16 and older will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccination according to the New Jersey Department of Health. In advance of this expansion, we encourage those interested in vaccination to register now to ensure the earliest appointment when you become eligible.

Ocean Township Man Arrested for Attempted Murder in Freehold Borough Shooting Incident

Details: Category: News; Published: 14 April 2021

FREEHOLD – An Ocean Township man has been arrested and charged for his role in a shooting that took place in Freehold Borough on March 30, announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.

Joseph Lyons, 36, of Ocean Township, has been arrested and charged with two counts of first degree attempted murder, one count of second degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and one count of second degree unlawful possession of weapon.