Latest Doylestown Coronavirus Updates
DOYLESTOWN, PA —The coronavirus outbreak in Pennsylvania and across the nation is having vast impacts in Doylestown, including the closure of schools and many businesses.
The number of cases of the illness, also known as COVID-19, continue to rise and additional measures and closures continue to be announced. The governor has declared a statewide stay-at-home order. All non-life-sustaining businesses in Pennsylvania have been closed.
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As of Wednesday, there were 816 positive cases of coronavirus in Bucks County, including confirmed cases in Doylestown Borough, Doylestown Township, and Buckingham Township. In all, 24 people have died from the coronavirus in Bucks County as of Wednesday.
Pennsylvania reported its largest single-day COVID-19 death count on Tuesday, as 78 virus-related fatalities were confirmed in the last 24 hours. The new deaths bring the statewide total to 240.
The total number of cases in Pennsylvania stands at 14,599 as of Tuesday; more than 1,300 of those people have have been hospitalized.
Here are the latest local updates from Doylestown:
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SCHOOLS
All schools in Pennsylvania are closed indefinitely response to the new coronavirus outbreak, state officials said. The Central Bucks School District has launched its online distance learning program. MORE.
BUSINESS/ECONOMY
The Doylestown Patch is publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Doylestown businesses during the coronavirus shut downs. Hundreds of submissions have come in. See the directory here: MORE
ACME, which has a location in Doylestown, is now limiting the amount of customers allowed inside its stores due to the coronavirus, according to the grocery chain. MORE.
The YMCA of Bucks County is providing child care for essential workers during the coronavirus crisis. MORE.
Pennsylvania residents are expected to start receiving stimulus payments soon. Here's what you need to do beforehand: MORE.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Doylestown Borough Mayor Ron Strouse announced an Emergency Declaration due to the coronavirus pandemic. He said the measure will ensure the government, community institutions, and businesses will be eligible for federal and state assistance as available. MORE.
The Central Bucks Regional Police announced they'll be doing virtual well-being checks for seniors during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. MORE.
Central Bucks EMS could use products such as N-95 masks and hand sanitizer amid the coronavirus crisis. MORE.
TRANSPORTATION
SEPTA is suspending several regional rail lines, including Chestnut Hill East, Chestnut Hill West, Cynwyd, Manayunk/Norristown, West Trenton and Wilmington Newark lines. The Lansdale/Doylestown line will only operate between Center City and Lansdale. MORE.
HEALTHCARE
A new database created by the state shows how many ICU beds and ventilators Bucks County has to deal with a potential coronavirus surge. MORE
The current priority for Doylestown Hospital is personal protection equipment for front line staff as the hospital prepares for an influx of COVID-19 cases. MORE.
Singer Pink, a Doylestown native, has recovered from coronavirus. She has donated $1M to two causes to help fight the virus, including an area hospital. MORE.
The Bucks County Intermediate Unit is using its seven 3D printers and laser cutter to help in the fight against COVID-19. MORE.
CANCELATIONS/CLOSURES
All Easter Sunday masses have been canceled in the Philadelphia Archdiocese due to coronavirus. MORE.
The Bucks County Free Library system has extended its closure through April 30. This includes the Doylestown branch. MORE.
Doylestown Township has closed parks, including athletic fields, Kids Castle, Central Park bathrooms and the Dog Park. MORE.
The Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle will be closed to the public. MORE.
MORE
An admired and beloved local pediatrician died over the weekend of coronavirus. Margiotti & Kroll Pediatrics announced that Victor Rivera, a former doctor at the practice, died of coronavirus on April 4. MORE.
The YMCA of Bucks County is offering an array of online activities and tutorials. MORE.
This article originally appeared on the Doylestown Patch
