Salem, MA|News|
North Shore Outdoor Dining Survives In Dead Of Winter
Finz Seafood Bar and Grill of Salem is one of a few spots keeping decks and patios open for those eating out amid the coronavirus crisis.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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 are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA High School Football Cleared For Kickoff In 3 Weeks
Massachusetts high school sports like football, cheerleading and indoor track will be allowed to start practices Feb. 22.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Rink Welcomes More Skaters With State Curfew Put On Ice
Rink Manager Paul LoGiudice said adult leagues forced out amid the 9:30 p.m. business curfew are eager to return as soon as Monday.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
North Shore Restaurants Say 'Cheers' To End Of 9:30 P.M. Curfew
Restaurant owners tell Patch they welcome the chance to stay open later starting Monday, say it's safer for patrons than meeting at homes.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Takes Steps It Can To Help Boost Restaurants
Waiving alcohol and entertainment fees, modifying occupancy licenses and #TakeoutTuesday promotion among ways aimed at helping businesses.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Part Of 'Adopt-A-Grandparent' Balloon Buddy Campaign
The campaign aims to brighten the spirits of senior citizens who may be feeling isolated amid the coronavirus health crisis.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Farmingdale's Sweet City 'Dramatically' Impacted By Coronavirus
A president of the candy retailer and wholesaler estimates he lost nearly half his business in 2020. He's also helped give back.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|News|
Farmingdale's 317 Main Street To Launch Marketplace
317's Chef Eric LeVine dished on the upcoming The Marketplace at 317 and what former Le Petit Café owner Kristina Grimes' role will be.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|News|
LI Businesswoman's Dreams Realized In Pandemic: 'Stars Aligned'
The pandemic didn't stop one LI businesswoman from seeing dreams realized: She launched her own line in a new space. "We are so grateful."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Helping North Shore Teens Cope With Coronavirus Anxiety
Child and family therapist Cindy Veatch provides tips ahead of her upcoming North Shore Medical Center remote roundtable discussion.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
Marblehead B&B Fish Owner Heads Back Into 'Hell's Kitchen'
Celebrity Chef Jason Santos discusses the success of the new Marblehead takeout location amid a punishing time for the restaurant industry.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Seeks 'Regional Strategies' On New Coronavirus Restrictions
A Salem Board of Health meeting to discuss possibly suspending indoor dining and gym access was canceled Wednesday night.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Balloon Business Brings Cheer Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Carolina Velasquez of Fairytale Moments: "When we deliver the balloons, we can hear the kids. Those reactions lighten your whole mood."
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
'Hockey Helps the Hungry' Hopes To Score A Goal For CT Food Bank
Girls hockey players Sophia Rodham of Madison and Jenna Guglielmi of Branford are raising money to help feed the hungry this holiday.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Spitfire Tacos Of Salem Plans Christmas Gift To Point Neighbors
The new Lafayette Street restaurant owners are offering a free takeout plate of food on Christmas Eve to say thank you to city residents.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Catering Company Owner Creates Connection Amid Chaos
Fresh Food Catering of Danvers owner Colleen Boland found ways to innovate, give back as a new business owner in the coronavirus crisis.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Bakery Owner Not Sugarcoating 2020 Struggles
A&J King Artisan Bakers deliver for their customers amid the immense challenges facing small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
'Huge Sigh Of Relief' For Marblehead Fitness Studio Owner
Tread Tabata, MHD owner Kelly Lorenz said connection with clients a big reason she's happy new coronavirus restrictions do not close gyms.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Offers Business Loan, Technical Assistance Program
The Salem Loan Fund program is designed for businesses that cannot secure funding from a traditional bank or lender.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
'Stay Local Salem' Aims To Bring Holiday Business Downtown
The campaign includes a punchcard where those who shop local this season can be eligible for a "Salem Staycation" prize drawing.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem's Olde Main Street Pub Closes For Winter
The pub posted that coronavirus "challenges" make it too difficult to stay open at this time, and the hope is to reopen in the spring.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Store Owner Does 'Right Thing' In Coronavirus Case
Ginger's Closet owner Heather Scanlan said she felt transparency was the best policy when it came to reporting a virus contact in her shop.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
MA Craft Brewers Pour Their All Into Making It Through Winter
Beverly's Channel Marker Brewing among those crunching numbers, getting creative, to "survive" amid the coronavirus health crisis.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
Marblehead Artisans Fair Hopes To Deliver Safe Holiday Spirit
The outdoor fair scheduled for Dec. 5 outside of Abbot Hall features all Marblehead artisans.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Cycling Studio Owner Stands Up For Safety Of Gyms
Inner Cycle co-owner Hillary Mandelbaum: "There are no numbers to support that gyms are dangerous right now."
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
A Touch Of Magic Returns In Marblehead
The Magic Hat Thrift Shop is back open and selling a variety of vintage and craft merchandise to benefit Marblehead Public Schools.
Scott Souza, 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
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
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
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
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
Washington DC|News|
National Cherry Blossom Parade Canceled; Festival To Go On
Organizers of the 2021 National Cherry Blossom Festival have canceled the parade due to concerns over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Michael O'Connell, 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
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
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
Washington DC|News|
Local Newsrooms Team Up To Shine Light On DC Homeless Crisis
For the fifth year, local newsrooms have banded together in a collaborative effort to examine the homeless crisis in the District.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Washington DC|News|
Being Homeless Is 'The Most Horrible Feeling In The World'
A homeless man turns his life around selling newspapers to Washington, D.C., commuters.
Michael O'Connell, 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
