Nonessential retail stores can open for curbside pickup only, starting Monday, May 18, under a new executive order announced by Gov. Phil Murphy May 13. The order also allows the restart of nonessential construction, and it permits drive-through and drive-in events under social distancing guidelines.

Nonessential retail and constructioncan start at 6 a.m. May 18, while the car gatherings can take place immediately.