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COVID-19 Update: Cases, Trends; Hospital Census & Cases by County

Post author By Anne Forline
Post date August 10, 2020
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COVID-19 updates and data.

This post is updated every day and throughout the day as new information becomes available. Scroll through as post is organized:

Camden County
Gloucester County
Statewide Data

Editor’s Note: Camden County recently announced that new cases and deaths in the County will no longer be announced on weekends or holidays. All weekend cases and deaths will be announced on the next business day and will be properly attributed to the day they were received.

Camden County:

On August 11, 2020, the Camden County Department of Health announced 25 additional confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Camden County. This brings the aggregate number of confirmed positive cases to 9,206 in Camden County today and 550 total fatalities.

“The rate of transmission in New Jersey has fallen back below 1.0 for two consecutive days, a sign that our collective effort to stop the spread of this disease is working,” said Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. “This fight is going to continue to be a push and pull until we have a vaccine. If we wear masks, social distance, and work with contact tracers, then we will continue trending in a positive direction. Our region is showing the country what a strong, sustained recovery looks like, and the residents of Camden County have played an integral role in making that possible.”

The Department of Health is announcing 25 additional positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) identified in Camden County. Trace investigations are being facilitated with the patients and remain ongoing.

In addition, the county Department of Health is also announcing 1,338 confirmed resident cases and 527 staff cases have occurred out of the aggregate case load of 9,206 in our 56 long-term care facilities. At this time, 311 resident deaths have been reported from these facilities, as well as three staff deaths, out of our 550 total fatalities countywide.

Image credit: New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub

The following information is currently available regarding new patients:

New Patient 1: MALE, 40s, BELLMAWR BOROUGH
New Patient 2: FEMALE, 10s, BERLIN BOROUGH
New Patient 3: MALE, 70s, CAMDEN CITY
New Patient 4: FEMALE, 50s, CAMDEN CITY
New Patient 5: MALE, 40s, CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP
New Patient 6: MALE, 40s, CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP
New Patient 7: MALE, 80s, CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP
New Patient 8: FEMALE, 10s, CLEMENTON BOROUGH
New Patient 9: MALE, 20s, COLLINGSWOOD BOROUGH
New Patient 10: FEMALE, 80s, GLOUCESTER CITY
New Patient 11: MALE, 30s, GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP
New Patient 12: MALE, 60s, GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP
New Patient 13: FEMALE, 50s, GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP
New Patient 14: MALE, 20s, GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP
New Patient 15: FEMALE, 10s, GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP
New Patient 16: FEMALE, 20s, HADDONFIELD BOROUGH
New Patient 17: FEMALE, 20s, LINDENWOLD BOROUGH
New Patient 18: FEMALE, 40s, PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP
New Patient 19: MALE, 10s, PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP
New Patient 20: MALE, 20s, PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP
New Patient 21: FEMALE, 30s, SOMERDALE BOROUGH
New Patient 22: MALE, 20s, VOORHEES TOWNSHIP
New Patient 23: MALE, 20s, VOORHEES TOWNSHIP
New Patient 24: MALE, 30s, WATERFORD TOWNSHIP
New Patient 25: MALE, 30s, WINSLOW TOWNSHIP

The county Health Department is currently working to trace close contacts of these newest cases. The investigations are still ongoing, and we will update the public with new developments as the information is gathered by our investigators.

For those residents who are having difficulty coping with the COVID-19 crisis, please call the Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc. at (877) 294- HELP (4357) between the hours of 8AM to 8PM for emotional support, guidance and mental health referrals as needed. For additional information and services, call Camden County’s Office of Mental Health & Addiction at (856) 374-6361.

Residents should call 9-1-1 during emergencies only, for those with questions or concerns related to the coronavirus, call the free, 24-hour public hotline at 2-1-1 or 1-800-962-1253, or text NJCOVID to 898-211.

Click here to read Camden County Health Dept. Rectifies COVID-19 Cases From State.

Camden County COVID-19 Cases By Town

Audubon Borough
Cases: 77
Deaths: 3

Audubon Park
Cases: 7
Deaths: 0

Barrington
Cases: 48
Deaths: 4

Bellmawr
Cases: 157
Deaths: 8

Berlin Boro
Cases: 82
Deaths: 11

Berlin Twp.
Cases: 46
Deaths: 0

Brooklawn
Cases: 29
Deaths: 0

Camden City
Cases: 2,545
Deaths: 71

Cherry Hill
Cases: 1,214
Deaths: 163

Chesilhurst
Cases: 31
Deaths: 1

Clementon
Cases: 84
Deaths: 4

Collingswood
Cases: 152
Deaths: 13

Gibbsboro
Cases: 19
Deaths: 0

Gloucester City
Cases:122
Deaths: 5

Gloucester Twp.
Cases: 906
Deaths: 57

Haddonfield
Cases: 79
Deaths: 6

Haddon Heights
Cases 44
Deaths 3

Haddon Township
Cases: 110
Deaths: 0

Hi-Nella
Cases: 4
Deaths: 0

Lawnside
Cases: 70
Deaths: 1

Laurel Springs
Cases: 21
Deaths: 2

Lawnside:
Cases: 70
Deaths: 1

Lindenwold
Cases: 517
Deaths: 8

Magnolia
Cases: 31
Deaths: 1

Merchantville
Cases: 66
Deaths: 3

Mt. Ephraim
Cases: 39
Deaths: 1

Oaklyn
Cases: 33
Deaths: 1

Pennsauken
Cases: 850
Deaths: 22

Pine Hill
Cases: 149
Deaths: 4

Pine Valley
Cases: 0
Deaths: 0

Runnemede
Cases: 85
Deaths: 5

Somerdale
Cases: 66
Deaths: 2

Stratford
Cases: 75
Deaths: 4

Voorhees
Cases: 612
Deaths: 109

Waterford Twp.
Cases: 121
Deaths: 4

Winslow Twp.
Cases: 612
Deaths: 26

Woodlynne
Cases: 96
Deaths: 1

Gloucester County:

On August 11, 2020, the Gloucester County Department of Health and Human Services and Office of Emergency Management have announced 28 additional cases of COVID-19.

As of August 11, 2020, Gloucester County has conducted 37,299 total tests.

Of these cases, 33,996 have come back negative.

Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 3,303.

Gloucester County has reported 206 deaths. A full list including age, sex and municipality is available here: http://gloucestercountynj.gov/documents/COVID19CASESLATESTUPDATE8.11.20.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2YGu1n0whpGjvd8kX4VG_-4UQsrtm0X77bUkDJ3dfWd1OHRRqShZHeAFY
Information of COVID-19 deaths in Gloucester County begins on page 68.

Gloucester County COVID-19 Cases by Town

Clayton Borough
Cases: 95
Deaths: 1

Deptford Township
Cases: 651
Deaths: 85

East Greenwich Township
Cases: 67
Deaths: 1

Elk Township
Cases: 43
Deaths: 1

Franklin Township
Cases: 114
Deaths: 6

Glassboro Borough
Cases: 191
Deaths: 7

Greenwich Township
Cases: 40
Deaths: 3

Harrison Township
Cases: 93
Deaths: 1

Logan Township
Cases: 48
Deaths: 1

Mantua Township
Cases: 145
Deaths: 2

Monroe Township
Cases: 369
Deaths: 11

National Park Borough
Cases: 26
Deaths: 2

Newfield Borough
Cases: 14
Deaths: 2

Paulsboro Borough
Cases: 79
Deaths: 4

Pitman Borough
Cases: 66
Deaths: 2

South Harrison Township
Cases: 83
Deaths: 0

Swedesboro Borough
Cases: 52
Deaths: 2

Washington Township
Cases: 583
Deaths: 38

Wenonah Borough
Cases: 16
Deaths: 1

West Deptford Township
Cases: 195
Deaths: 18

Westville Borough
Cases: 55
Deaths: 2

Woodbury City
Cases: 125
Deaths: 11

Woodbury Heights Borough
Cases: 25
Deaths: 1

Woolwich Township
Cases: 128
Deaths: 4

Statewide Data

Credit: New Jersey COVID-19 Dashboard

**This post is regularly updated as new data becomes available.**

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UrbanPromise Uses A Community Foundation of South Jersey Grant To Maintain Vital Services

Post author By Anne Forline
Post date August 10, 2020
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Haddonfield, NJ – UrbanPromise, a Christian non-profit youth organization in Camden, New Jersey, secured a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of South Jersey’s (CFSJ) COVID-19 Response Fund to supplement its Emergency Family Fund addressing financial hardships of families UrbanPromise serves.

UrbanPromise continues to achieve its mission in the face of the pandemic via modified youth and family programming. The nonprofit organization has transitioned its schools to online learning and enhanced the wellness team to provide emotional support for parents and students.

UrbanPromise suspended spring activities and pivoted programming to creative approaches such as the creation and distribution of survival kits containing food ingredients and recipes, seeds for those who wanted to start or add to their home garden, and the delivery of bikes to those who wanted to stay active.

“We are very grateful for the grant the Community Foundation of South Jersey was able to provide us during this difficult period,” said UrbanPromise President Bruce Main. “The spring season is a huge fundraising time for us and we had to cancel everything due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant enabled us to provide critical support to our families.”

“UrbanPromise’s mission to engage and build developmental assets for Camden youth and young adults supports strong families and deep community in Camden,” said CFSJ Executive Director Andy Fraizer. “This and every grant from the South Jersey COVID-19 Response Fund is an investment in our neighbors during this difficult time.” .”

The South Jersey COVID-19 Response Fund continues to support local nonprofits serving communities impacted by the pandemic. South Jersey neighbors, businesses, and philanthropy donated more than $1 million to the Fund. However, South Jersey nonprofits requested more than $6 million.

If you would like to contribute to the only such fund where donations stay in our South Jersey region, please visit www.southjerseyresponsefund.org.

About UrbanPromise

UrbanPromise Ministries is a 501(c)3, faith-based, New Jersey nonprofit.

The organization’s mission is to equip children and young adults with the skills necessary for academic achievement, life management, spiritual growth, and leadership.

They operate two schools, after-school and summer camps, job training, experiential learning, and a host of other programs that challenge youth to develop and realize their potential.

By involving teens in the leadership process, UrbanPromise is creating a new generation of young, visionary leaders who embody a commitment to change their own community www.urbanpromiseusa.org.

About the Community Foundation of South Jersey

The Community Foundation of South Jersey (CFSJ) envisions an eight-county region

thriving, where all neighbors aspire, succeed, participate, and give. The vision is realized as CFSJ inspires generosity, manages and deploys permanent charitable assets, and exercises collaborative leadership to create a more equitable region. CFSJ works with South Jersey philanthropists, local nonprofits, and neighbors to build capital, contribute assets, and create permanent endowments for impact in perpetuity.

By aligning donor interests and using the investment earnings on each of its endowed funds, CFSJ makes grants and builds leadership within the community to create thriving, equitable, and livable communities for all. Currently, CFSJ manages assets of more than $23 million. CFSJ has issued more than $9 million in nonprofit grants and scholarships.

Learn more about CFSJ at www.CommunityFoundationSJ.org.

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William Hargrove Marina, Bellmawr: Two Specialty Properties Offered at $1,650,000

Post author By Anne Forline
Post date August 8, 2020
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Two specialty properties of the William Hargrove Marina located at 1210 Creek Road in Bellmawr have been offered for sale at $1,650,00.

According to Loop.net, the listing was created on December 30, 2019 and updated on August 7, 2020.

Investment Highlights Include:

Rack/Warehouse Area 17,040 square feet with 40′ clearance
75 Dry Rack Storage Potential
Ten Ton Clark Lift Truck Included
62 Floating Dock Slips
Two Bedroom Apartment waterfront marina office/shop

Taxes & Operating Expenses (Pro Forma – 2020)

Executive Site Plans A & B

To view the full listing details, click here.

The listing agent is:
Bryant Lafferty
RE/MAX Connection Commercial
856-988-1800 Ext. 118
28 N Maple Ave
Marlton, NJ 08053

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Area Medical Examiner Searching for Next of Kin

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Post date August 7, 2020
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The following deceased individuals remain unclaimed at the Gloucester/Camden/Salem County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Anyone that is a relative or knows of a relative of these individuals is asked to call the Medical Examiner’s Office at (856)218-4190.

The deceased individuals are:

Lynnie Juarez
Cheryl Lambert
John McDonald
Helen Sutton
Sherman Tillman
Julia Tumolillo
Jon Vanmeter
William Wilson

If the Medical Examiner’s Office does not receive a response to this notice regarding any of the deceased individuals on or before September 9, 2020, arrangements will be made for immediate burial without further notice.

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Creek Road Strip Stores (Across From Bellmawr Lake) Under New Ownership, Undergoing Major Face-Lift

Post author By Anne Forline
Post date August 6, 2020
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The strip stores on Creek Road, across from Bellmawr Lake, have recently sold and are undergoing a major face-lift.

We recently noticed that serious rehabbing of the property is currently underway. There is no word as to what future businesses will be leasing there once renovations are complete.

This unit used to be the corner store. *(SJO Photo)*

I grew up in the “Dead-End” of Bellmawr – where Booth Drive and Peach Road intersect and right down the street from these strip stores. I remember that the end unit closest to Peach Road was once a corner store and used to have video games — Asteroid being one of them. If we had money, we would get candy, soda, or ice-cream there.

Sometimes when we rode our bikes, we’d head up the street to the stores. Starting from the “top,” we rode down each descending “step” that’s in front of each store. I’m sure the owners just loved that.