Andover, MA|News|
Andover Reopening Continues As Coronavirus Case Count Falls
Just seven Andover residents have active cases of the virus, as of Monday afternoon.
Christopher Huffaker, 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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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Expands Outdoor Dining, Curbside Pickup Options
The town is exploring options like expanded sidewalk seating, conversion of on-street parking spaces and 15-minute curbside parking.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Natick, MA|News|
These Breweries Are Now Open In MetroWest, Worcester Areas
You're finally allowed to sit down and have a beer. Here are several local breweries you can visit today for a beer and food.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Foxborough, MA|News|
Drive-In Concerts May Come To Gillette Stadium
Expanding to concerts would piggyback on the success of drive-in movies​ being shown outside Gillette Stadium.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Braintree, MA|News|
Parents Appeal Closing Of Braintree Catholic School
A group of parents angered by the closing of St. Francis of Assisi School​ in Braintree have filed an appeal to the Boston Archdiocese.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|News|
AMC Theatres Plan Summer Reopening In Burlington
AMC reported a devastating $2.2 billion loss in the first quarter but plans to reopen ahead of the release of two major movie blockbusters.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Selectmen Clear Hurdles For Outdoor Dining
The measure will make it easier for restaurants in Danvers to get cleared to serve customers in outside seating areas.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Schools Prepare For Fall Reopening, Wait For State Guidance
Salem officials still don't know if the state will require dramatic cuts to class size, as is already being required for summer programs.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts Easing Lockdown Despite High Positive Test Rate
Most Massachusetts towns are weeks away from reaching the point that health experts say it will be safe to ease coronavirus restrictions.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Easing Permit Process For Outdoor Dining
The typical 4-6-week permitting process now takes hours, and the City Council is expected to waive permit requirements for outdoor seating.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Wilmington, MA|News|
Wilmington Recreation Facilities, Including Playgrounds, Reopen
Most town recreation facilities reopened as part of the state's phase two reopening, beginning Monday.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Tewksbury, MA|News|
Tewksbury Restaurants Reopen For Outdoor Dining
Eight local restaurants have been approved for temporary outdoor dining, the town said Tuesday.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|News|
Barnstable Opening Lane On Main Street For Outdoor Business
Opening part of Main Street Hyannis for pedestrians will allow a safe return to business for restaurants and small shops, officials said.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Framingham, MA|News|
2020 MetroFest Still On, But Reimagined For Pandemic Era
One of the largest festivals in MetroWest will happen this Saturday, but it's been changed to ensure public safety during a pandemic.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Liberty Tree Mall Reopens With New Guidelines, Restrictions
Simon Property Group reopened the nine malls it owns in Massachusetts for the first time since March 19.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Northshore Mall Reopens With New Guidelines, Restrictions
Simon Property Group reopened the nine malls it owns in Massachusetts for the first time since March 19.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Andover, MA|News|
Andover Playgrounds Reopen, Town Offices Partially Open
Town facilities are increasingly reopening, with a familiar set of restrictions.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|News|
Burlington Mall Reopens With New Guidelines, Restrictions
Burlington Mall reopened for the first time in months Wednesday, and with it comes an increasingly familiar set of guidelines.
Christopher Huffaker, Patch Staff
Wayland, MA|News|
First 2 Wayland Restaurants Get Outdoor Dining Approval
The Wayland Selectmen held a special meeting to approve outdoor dining applications Wednesday, and more are on the way.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Changes Followed Coronavirus Closing At Danvers Market
In a note to customers, the co-owner of McKinnon's Markets responded to reports that the company withheld information about the coronavirus.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts Tax Collections Down 13.1 Percent In May
While May's tax collections were better than April's, they still fell $320 million below the benchmark set by state budget officials.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Falmouth, MA|News|
Falmouth Rescinds Closing Parts Of Main Street For Outdoor Dining
Not all Falmouth restaurants in the Main Street area were on board, and police and fire officials brought up some safety issues.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Weymouth, MA|News|
Weymouth Catholic School To Appeal Closing
St. Jerome school officials and parents said the school is financially sound and can weather the pandemic despite the Archdiocese's view.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Back-To-School Plans Take Shape In Massachusetts
The state education commissioner is telling school systems to begin ordering the supplies they will be required to have in September now.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
MA Reopening: Phase 2 To Begin Monday, June 8
The start date for phase 2 of the reopening will be Monday, June 8, and will include services like indoor retail, outdoor dining.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Braintree, MA|News|
Braintree Catholic School Among Dozens Closing Nationwide
Catholic education experts said the closure of schools amid the coronavirus pandemic is becoming a national trend.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham's Queen Screw And Manufacturer Adjusts Amid Coronavirus
"There hasn't been much work coming in the last month or so," said Michael DeJulio​. "​It was half of what we did in the past."
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Stoughton, MA|News|
Stoughton House Of Brews Closing
The Stoughton House of Brews has been a staple in town for seven years, but the owners said it couldn't survive amid the coronavirus.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Braintree, MA|News|
Braintree Catholic School Closing Permanently
Parents said if they knew St. Francis of Assisi School was at risk of closing sooner, they would have offered support to save it.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Library Seeks Submissions For Quarantine DIary
The library is accepting photos, videos, and short diary entries documenting life in Swampscott during the coronavirus crisis.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
Worcester Libraries To Start Curbside Service Soon
Following the coronavirus shutdown, library branches in Worcester will soon begin lending again.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
CinemaSalem Won't Reopen When Coronavirus Crisis Ends
Deals with two potential buyers fell through, meaning the downtown theater will not reopen when the coronavirus crisis ends.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Fast Tracks Outdoor Dining For Restaurants
About 30 Beverly restaurants expressed interest in offering outdoor dining in a recent survey from the city.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Wayland, MA|News|
Wayland May Use Monthly Budgets Until It's Safe For Town Meeting
Wayland's spring Town Meeting has been postponed until the end of June, but it may not happen until the fall.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Falmouth, MA|News|
Closing Falmouth Hospital Maternity Ward Is 'Dangerous': Nurses
Nurses and Cape residents objected to closing the maternity ward at Falmouth Hospital, saying it endangers expectant mothers and babies.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Woman Recounts Fight With Coronavirus
She's 44 and in good health, but Amanda Mazzaglia still spent nine days in the hospital fighting for her life after contracting COVID-19.
Dave Copeland, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham Tortoise Finds New Home After Owner Dies Of Coronavirus
More than 3,000 people reached out to the MSPCA to help find "Ms. Jennifer" the middle-aged tortoise from Waltham a new home.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Parks, Open Spaces Start To Reopen: Rules To Know
Here's what to know as the city begins its phased reopening of parks and open spaces.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Porchfest Creates StayHomeFest Video Amid Coronavirus
Instead of being silenced, porchfest participants created a video celebrating Brookline as a musical community and home.
Jenna Fisher, Patch Staff
