Mayor Carlo DeMaria announced Tuesday the City of Everett will hold a virtual City Hall meeting on Thursday, March 26, at 2 p.m. The mayor has invited all department heads, elected and appointed officials to join him as his administration…
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Baker Announces Stay at Home Advisory; Requires All Non Essential Businesses to Close
By Lauren Bennett On Monday and Tuesday, Governor Charlie Baker provided updates to the public regarding the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. After several states have issued what they call “shelter in place” or “stay at home” orders, Governor Baker directed the…
Baker Files Bill to Address To-Go Alcohol Sales, MCAS, and Other Local Matters
On Tuesday, Gov. Charlie Baker filed An Act to Further Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and School Districts Resulting from COVID-19, which would provide administrative relief to state and local government entities impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, including modifying…
Bread of Life’s Everett Food Pantry to Remain Closed Until Further Notice
The Bread of Life Food Pantry in Everett will remain closed for the time being to protect workers, volunteers and clients at the pantry. Bread of Life is seeking to maintain a balance between keeping staff, volunteers and patrons safe…
U.S. Attorney Andrew E. Lelling Issues Stern Warning Regarding Scams and Other Crimes Related to the Covid-19 Outbreak
The US Attorney for Boston said on March 19 the federal government would prosecute any and all scams related to the pandemic – including treatment scams and investment scams that have popped up recently. “As our communities take extraordinary measures…
House Passes Legislation to Support Workers Affected by the Public Health Emergency
Last week House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo and Rep. Joseph McGonagle, along with their colleagues in the House of Representatives, passed legislation to waive the one-week waiting period for workers seeking unemployment insurance benefits related to, or resulting from, the…
Banks Will Remain Open: Consumers Strongly Encouraged to Bank Electronically
The Massachusetts Bankers Association announced on Monday that banks throughout the Commonwealth will remain open while keeping their customers and employees safe. According to Gov. Charlie Baker’s order issued earlier today, financial institutions such as banks are considered essential services…
Market Basket Launches Senior Shopping Hours to Protect and Serve Older Customers
Beginning last week on March 19, Market Basket initiated senior shopping hours specifically geared to accommodate the needs of customers 60 and older. Similar measures have also been implemented at the Stop & Shop on the Parkway. Each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday…
Mystic Valley Elder Services Continues to Provide Services to Consumers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) knows that the evolving and ever changing news about Coronavirus COVID-19 is causing growing concerns for many. MVES is proud to be a highly respected resource in your community and we want you to know…
Thank Goodness For Dr. Fauci
Watching the daily press briefings of the White House Task Force on the current corona virus crisis, we know we speak for all Americans in being thankful for the calming and professional presence of Dr. Anthony Fauci, who has served…