One company has suspended all operations for the first time in 150 years. Others have drastically reduced service and are pleading for financial help from the federal government. Source: New York Times
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New Jersey Will Hold Mail-in Election in November, Over Trump’s Objections
By Gotham Rex on August 14, 2020
Gov. Philip D. Murphy said all 6.3 million voters in the state would be sent ballots to return either by mail or deposit in secure drop boxes. Source: New York Times
Power Outages From Isaias for 1.6 Million Could Last Several Days
By Gotham Rex on August 6, 2020
Officials said the power losses could last several days, as the disaster shaped up to be the worst to hit the region since Hurricane Sandy in 2012. Source: New York Times
Isaias Outages: In Storm's Wake, Million Still Without Power in N.Y., N.J. and C.T
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2020
Utilities in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut raced to restore power, but officials said it might take several days, in some cases. Source: New York Times
Isaias Hits NY Area: 2.5 Million Lose Power and One Is Killed
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2020
The storm that tore through New York City on Tuesday was second only to Hurricane Sandy in knocking out service to Con Edison customers. Source: New York Times
1 Dead and Millions Lose Power as Isaias Batters NY Region
By Gotham Rex on August 4, 2020
Videos posted on social media showed at least one tornado touching down in New Jersey. Source: New York Times
Judge Whose Son Was Killed by Misogynistic Lawyer Speaks Out
By Gotham Rex on August 3, 2020
“Two weeks ago, my life as I knew it changed in an instant, and my family will never be the same,” Judge Esther Salas said in a video statement. Source: New York Times
About 20% of N.J. Prisoners Could Be Freed to Avoid Virus
By Gotham Rex on July 30, 2020
Believed to be the first Covid-19 bill of its kind, the legislation could free more than 3,000 New Jersey prisoners who are within a year of release. Source: New York Times
Virus Cases Are Rising in N.J., Spurred by Young Partygoers at the Shore
By Gotham Rex on July 30, 2020
Coronavirus cases have jumped by 28 percent. The governor pleaded “one more time to parents and kids”: Don’t gather inside. Source: New York Times
2nd Killing Linked to 'Anti-Feminist' Suspect Roy Den Hollander
By Gotham Rex on July 24, 2020
Roy Den Hollander, the “anti-feminist” who is the prime suspect in the New Jersey shooting, may also have killed a rival men’s rights lawyer, officials say. Source: New York Times
2nd Killing Linked to 'Anti-Feminist' Suspect Roy Hollander in Death of Esther Salas' Son
By Gotham Rex on July 22, 2020
Roy Den Hollander, the “anti-feminist” who is the prime suspect in the New Jersey shooting, may also have killed a rival men’s rights lawyer, officials say. Source: New York Times
Gunman Shoots Husband and Son of a Federal Judge in New Jersey
By Gotham Rex on July 20, 2020
Judge Salas was home but not wounded in the shooting at her residence in North Brunswick, according to an official. Source: New York Times
Gunman Shoots Husband and Son of Federal Judge in New Jersey
By Gotham Rex on July 20, 2020
Judge Esther Salas was home but not injured in the shooting at her residence in North Brunswick, according to an official. Source: New York Times
Online Map Collection Provides a Peek at New York Over the Centuries
By Gotham Rex on July 16, 2020
The Brooklyn Historical Society’s collection of nearly 1,500 digitized maps dates back to the 17th century. Source: New York Times
Southside Johnny Brings Live Music Back to the Jersey Shore
By Gotham Rex on July 12, 2020
With the music venues of the Jersey Shore shut because of the coronavirus, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes staged a drive-in concert. Source: New York Times