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South Jersey Amusement Parks Offer Bonuses, Higher Pay To Attract Summer Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic, and the resulting labor shortage is prompting amusement parks in South Jersey to offer higher pay to new workers.
On Monday, Sahara Sam’s Water Park in Camden County announced that it plans to hire up to 100 lifeguards, bartenders, cashiers, cooks, and park employees.
The park's starting pay is more generous than in summers past at $15-an-hour. The waterpark in West Berlin also is offering a $100 hiring bonus, according to NJ Advance Media.
Clementon Park and Splashworld, also in Camden County, is offering new workers up to $18 an hour and hiring bo…
NJ Gyms Can Soon Reopen For Individual Training Sessions By Appointment Only
New Jersey gyms must remain closed -- but come July 2, members can start booking individual training sessions at fitness centers by appointment only, Gov. Phil Murphy announced at Wednesday's COVID-19 briefing.
Museums, aquariums, bowling allies, shooting ranges, boardwalks, arcades and libraries (at 25 percent capacity) can also reopen July 2. Indoor dining and casinos (both at limited capacity), along with playgrounds, water parks and amusement parks can also reopen that day.
Movie theaters, performing arts centers, concert venues and night clubs will remain closed, Murphy said, addi…
Covid-19: Number Of CT Hospitalizations For Virus Falls Below 250
The number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) hospitalizations in Connecticut is at the lowest it’s been since March.
As of Friday, June 12, there were 244 people hospitalized with COVID-19, down 23 from the day before.
Since the outbreak began in March, there have been a total of 44,689 (up 228 overnight) confirmed COVID-19 cases, resulting in 4,159 (13 new) deaths.
Of the confirmed COVID-19 cases, 15,561 were in Fairfield County, with 1,374 in Litchfield County.
Connecticut is on track to enter Phase 2 of its economy as of Wednesday, June 17, at which point approximately 95 percent …
Covid-19: These Businesses Will Stay Completely Closed During Phase 2 Of Four-Phase Reopening
Though many businesses are beginning to ramp back up in New York as all regions outside New York City reached Phase 2 of the state’s reopening plan, some will remain closed for at least two more weeks.
During Phase 2, office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, and expanded retail services are all permitted to reopen under strict restrictions and guidelines mandated by the state.
However, much to the chagrin of some, certain businesses not deemed essential will remain closed through at least the next phase, which is expected to come two weeks after regions entered Phase 2, provided…
Here's Playland Schedule For Each 'Town Day' This Summer
Summer is nearly here, and Rye Playland will be celebrating each of Westchester’s towns, cities and villages.
“Focused on building community and celebrating the unique towns, cities and villages of Westchester County this summer, the County will be featuring ‘Town Days,’ " county officials stated. “From A to Z, Playland will celebrate each town, village and city with their own Town Day.”
With proof of ID, on the Town Day, residents will receive discounted coupons at the park by going to the Fountain Plaza Administration Building. Discounts include a free mini golf game, two-for-one ride adm…
Here's What's New As Playland Starts Season
The unofficial start of summer is here, as Rye Playland's opening weekend is now here.
Playland officially opens for the season at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, with a parade featuring a marching band, local officials, staff, and Coaster the Dragon, the amusement park’s official mascot.
Opening Day will feature a special $20 admission price, which will allow patrons unlimited rides. There will also be discounted prices on Sunday for Mother’s Day.
This year, the annual concert series will include nearly a dozen new local musical acts, as well as a public art display. The park will …
