Massachusetts: 16,709 COVID-19 Cases; 433 Deaths
editor BOSTON – Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced a total of 16,709 positive coronavirus cases as of Wednesday, April 8, an increase of 1,588 new cases. Yesterday, there were more…
LETTER: Mail Is Safe But Let The Postal Worker Leave the Mailbox Before Collecting It
BOSTON – During these challenging times, postal employees are working hard to ensure residents stay connected with their world through the mail. Whether it’s medications, a package, a paycheck, benefits…
UPDATED: Framingham COVID-19 Cases Increase by 12 To 172 Total Cases
FRAMINGHAM – The City of Framingham announced 12 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases since 172. This is a 7.5% increase…
City of Framingham Prohibits Hotel, Condo, & Apartment Swimming Pools From Opening During Pandemic
FRAMINGHAM – Swimming pools at hotels and condo and apartment complexes are temporarily prohibited from opening amid the COVID- 19 pandemic, announced the City of Framingham today, April 8. “Because…
Gov. Baker Files Legislation To Provide Health Care Workers Liability Protections During COVID-19 Response
The following is a press release from the Governo’s office submitted to SOURCE media. *** BOSTON – Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker today, April 8, filed legislation to provide health care…
Sen. Markey Wants Clear Guidance From Trump Administration on Retail, Consumer Food Handling During Coronavirus Pandemic
The following is a media release from Sen. Ed Markey’s offices. He was elected by voters in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to serve the state in Washington DC in the…
Carol A. Jarboe, 80, Retired Natick Labs & Framingham Union Hospital Employee
FRAMINGHAM – Carol A. Jarboe, 80, of Framingham died Sunday April 5, 2020 with her family by her side after a brief illness. Born and raised in Indianapolis, IN she…
Survey: Should Remote Learning Take Place During April Vacation?
FRAMINGHAM – The public school district is trying to decide if remote learning should take place during April vacation week that was scheduled for April 20-24. Last Friday, Massachusetts Commissioner…
Nursing Homes Need Personal Protective Equipment; Mass Senior Care Association Launches Website For Donations
WALTHAM – Massachusetts Senior Care Association launched a website for donations of Personal Protection Equipment for nursing home staff fighting on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle. The Association is…
VIDEO: Scenes From Natick During the Coronavirus Crisis
NATICK – Schools have been closed since early March, due to the COVID-19 crisis. Non-essential businesses have been closed since March 17, due to this coronavirus pandemic. The Governor has…