Chelmsford, MA|News|
Chelmsford Girl Surprised With Pop-Up Dining Experience: WATCH
Chef Ming Tsai has been surprising people who deserve a little something special during the pandemic with an at-home restaurant experience.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Massachusetts: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Massachusetts are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham Group Opens Space Inside For Homeless As Weather Turns
Chaplains on the Way is now offering a "welcome breakfast" at the First Parish in Waltham, UU to people experiencing homelessness.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Eat At These Newton, Brookline Or Waltham Restaurants, Get Money
The Massachusetts Restaurant Association is offering rebates to get people out to dine more.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Medfield, MA|News|
Medfield Siblings Running Coat Drive
Kaitlyn McCarthy has organized the coat drives over the last few years, but this year she's enlisting her brother Michael to help too.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Chelmsford, MA|News|
McCarthy Middle School Begins Annual Food Drive
Merrimack Valley food banks facing need greater than ever, here's how you can help.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Westford, MA|News|
Return To Full In-Person At Westford Schools 'Not Feasible' Yet
Superintendent Bill Olsen said the hybrid format the district is using is best for now amid coronavirus concerns.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Reliving History At Beverly's Cabot Theater As It Turns 100
The theater, which opened in the wake of the Spanish Flu pandemic, will celebrate its anniversary remotely on Dec. 3.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Encore Closes Hotel, Reduces Casino Hours Amid New Rules
Gov. Charlie Baker announced some businesses in the state must close at 9:30 p.m. in an attempt to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Senior Center Shut Amid Pandemic, So Seniors Moving Online
"It’s made a real difference in my life during this uncertain time," said one woman.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham Schools Delay In-Person Reopening Plan Amid Pandemic
Students in five grades from second through 12th were scheduled to begin the in-person portion of the hybrid model Nov. 9. Not any more.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem To Distribute Outdoor Heaters To Local Businesses
In an effort to extend the patio dining season amid the coronavirus crisis, the city is purchasing heaters and giving them to restaurants.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Restaurants Won't Have To Pay To Renew Liquor Licenses
The Licensing Board voted this week to waive 2021 fees, citing the economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic on license holders.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Pooled Testing In Medford, Somerville Schools Could Set Standard
Here's how the group-testing method for the coronavirus, which proponents say is more efficient and cost-effective, will work.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Walking Tour Guides Take Big Hit This Halloween Season
Salem Ghost Tours is looking to help those working in the industry with a new grant program for guides.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Brennan Skatepark A Newly Renovated Shredder's Paradise In Salem
The Brennan Skatepark and Gallow Hills Park Project includes the renovated skateboard park and a new Salem High varsity baseball field.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tewksbury, MA|News|
Tewksbury Launches 'Stop The Spread' Campaign Amid Case Increase
The town reported 40 confirmed active cases, Friday, the most since August.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Falmouth, MA|News|
Coronavirus Leads To Record Month For Cape Cod Home Sales
Real estate experts said more people are choosing to live on Cape Cod and the Islands as working from home becomes the new norm.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Bar Going Into 'Hibernation,' Promises Spring Return
A Davis Square pub that operated a patio with a neighboring restaurant will close for the winter Oct. 31.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Woburn, MA|News|
Woburn Hairstylist, Laid Off In June, Starts Own Salon
Bernadette Matthews and her friend Denise Tartarini decided to set out on their own after Hair Cuttery laid them off amid the pandemic.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton Auto Repair Shops Feel The Pandemic
Auto repair shops surviving, but wonder what happens if another significant surge is followed by another stay at home order?
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
A Dozen Discarded Ballots And Other Election Hiccups In Waltham
A state official said they have found no cause for concern regarding voting in Waltham this election, despite a few hiccups.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Psychic Sees Signs Of Hope In the City
Summer Evans said that while clients have had trouble balancing their energy during the coronavirus crisis, she senses better times ahead.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Advocates For Waltham's Unhoused Population Rally For Day Shelter
The rally was full Thursday night, as Waltham residents asked the mayor to help secure a warming shelter and clean toilets amid pandemic.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Schools Need Substitute Teachers: Superintendent
The district, like many other districts across the state is looking for ways to get the word out, said Interim Superintendent Jim Marini.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
Celebrity Chef Turns Marblehead Gas Station Lot Into B & B Fish
Boston-based chef Jason Santos is set to open the upscale takeout seafood spot on Pleasant Street on Nov. 2.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
Newton School Enrollment Down More Than 5 percent Amid Pandemic
Declining enrollment down the road could have an impact on funding, said district officials Monday during a school committee meeting.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
More Than 12K Brookline Voters Have Already Returned Ballots
"It appears the Secretary of State's office is very pleased with our number, so far," said Town Administrator Mel Kleckner Tuesday.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Makes A Month Out Of Restaurant Week
While Salem is telling tourists to stay away in October, they are more than welcomed to dine at a discount in Peabody.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|News|
Cambridge Police See Spike In Identity Fraud Reports
Since May identity theft related to phony unemployment claims is seeing a spike across the country.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham $1.6 Million Mansion Hits Market Amid Pandemic
While most of the economy remains under pressure, housing is an exception, according to housing experts.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham's French Club Faces Uncertainty, Hope Amid Pandemic
The 75-year-old social club known for its picnics, breakfast with Santa and sense of community is asking for help to keep the spirit alive.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|News|
How The Coronavirus Has Affected Newton’s Finances
Newton officials detailed how city revenue has been impacted this summer in the most comprehensive look at the city budget amid COVID-19.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Needham, MA|News|
Needham Shop Owner Faces Uncertainty As Eviction Ban Expires
Maria Mavrogiannis, 76, hadn't missed a rent payment in 30 years before the coronavirus pandemic hit.
Samantha Mercado, Patch Staff
North Andover, MA|News|
1 Week After Reopening, Just 12 Active Cases At Merrimack College
The college reopened for in-person classes Oct. 7, following a coronavirus outbreak at its Monican Hall dorm.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Extends Outdoor Dining Season
Brookline's outdoor dining season will last into December.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
College Athletes Share Thoughts On A Forgotten Fall Sports Season
Endicott's Taylor Farrin, of Danvers, and Jaymie Capogniro, of Swampscott, talk seeing teammates, streamed scrimmages and hopes for spring.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham Declares Public Health Emergency, Requires Face Coverings
Those who do not adhere to the order, which applies to both in and out of doors, could get slapped with a $300 fine.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Mobicuts Is Beverly's New Barbershop On Wheels
Owner Eric Cagney said the coronavirus health crisis gave him the time and the push to open the new mobile business.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Book Store Shuts Doors On Weekends Over Mask Compliance
Wicked Good Books said crowds failing to wear face masks and use hand sanitizer are forcing it to go appointment-only on weekends.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Arts Center Tests In-Person Session This Fall
It's part of an ongoing effort, complete with new protocols, to help keep the center afloat amid pandemic.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
