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Monmouth County has 272 additional positive cases of COVID-19

Details: Category: News; Published: 24 February 2021

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone and County Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley have announced that today, Feb. 24, there are 272 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Monmouth County. There are two 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.

Enjoy March in a County Park

Details: Category: News; Published: 24 February 2021

LINCROFT — Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner! The Monmouth County Park System invites area residents to welcome the season in a park. During the month of March, the Park System has planned the following activities:

Two Hotlines One Poison Control Center

Details: Category: News; Published: 24 February 2021

NJ Poison Control Center Assists Residents During the Pandemic

New Jersey – The NJ Poison Control Center at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School serves as the state’s primary defense against injury and death from intentional and unintentional poisoning exposure. The State’s poison control center is actively involved in all aspects of poisoning and public health, from prevention to treatment to education. Callers can contact the center’s experts 24/7 by calling 1-800-222-1222.

In 2020, the NJ Poison Control Center provided medical information and treatment advice to nearly 50,000 callers. Along with providing potentially life-saving information and advice to members of the general public, healthcare professionals, first responders, school officials, and many more – the poison control center provides valuable public health surveillance on poison-related exposures and trends in New Jersey.

CBA Names Pat Leonardo New Guidance Director

Details: Category: News; Published: 24 February 2021

The 10-year CBA counselor will succeed Colleen Hayes, who has helmed the department since 2005.

LINCROFT, N.J. – Christian Brothers Academy is pleased to announce that Pat Leonardo has been named the new Director of Guidance, beginning in the 2021-2022 school year.

Leonardo has been an upperclassman college counselor at CBA for the past 10 years and brings a wealth of college admissions knowledge to the role.

Virtual Trade and Jobs Fair in Monmouth County

Details: Category: News; Published: 23 February 2021

Monmouth County, N.J. - Truth be told, not every rewarding, well-paying career requires a 4-year degree. To prove this point, the Monmouth County Guidance Directors' Association (MCGDA) will host its third annual county-wide Trade and Jobs Fair this coming Thursday, February 25, 2021, from 6-8 p.m.

As the fair will be virtual this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, registrants will instead be receiving access to the event's waiting room three days in advance. Once there, they'll be able to learn more about each of the over 35 skilled trade unions, trade schools, employers and branches of the U.S. Military that are participating - as well as the viable career pathways they individually provide.