We have hit a milestone. It’s officially been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed our lives as we know them (forever).
We’re taking a look back at some of the most jarring and shocking headlines from this week in 2020 across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Philadelphia.
Governor Wolf Orders Mass Closings in Bucks County – Saturday, March 14, 2020
Pennsylvania initially implemented localized restrictions in mid-March 2020, but a broader, statewide approach quickly followed.
On Saturday, March 14, Governor Tom Wolf urged all non-essential retail businesses in Bucks County to close—a directive that expanded statewide within 48 hours.
Pennsylvania Schools Closed Statewide – Monday, March 16, 2020
On Friday, March 13, 2020, Governor Tom Wolf announced that all Pennsylvania schools would close for 10 days starting Monday, March 16, sending parents scrambling over the weekend to plan for childcare.
The closure applied statewide, including Philadelphia. However, what was initially a temporary measure soon extended, with schools ultimately remaining closed for the rest of the academic year…