Beverly, MA|News|
Football Families Can Root For The Home Team In 'Fall 2'
The Northeastern Conference will allow two immediate family or household members in stadiums per athlete for the "Fall 2" football season.
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.
Beverly, MA|News|
North Shore Hub To Promote Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses
The North Shore Diversity Catalog will include businesses in Beverly, Marblehead, Lynn, Peabody, Salem, Swampscott and the region.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
ChezCasa Chef Hopes Pandemic Patience Pays Off Soon In Salem
Chef Keenan Langlois is looking for a brighter summer as the coronavirus crisis wanes and people become more comfortable going out for fun.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Local Kitchens In Lafayette Cooks Up 5 Virtual Restaurants
The pandemic has changed the way we order food, and an innovative ghost kitchen model offers everything from Asian food to salad to bagels.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
'Next Normal:' Broad Reopening Measures Outlined In Massachusetts
Restaurants with no capacity limits. Fans at pro sporting events. Live indoor music. The state's reopening plan will begin expanding Monday.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Girls Volleyball Players Begin 'Fall 2' With New Outlook
More than 15 months after winning the program's first D3 North title, the Falcons were able to hold their first in-season practice Monday.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Brewery Forges New Connections Amid Pandemic Challenges
Granite Coast Brewing raised $16,000 for dogs in need during virtual trivia on Thursday, with more community-based plans on tap.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
Plus Cafe Brings Taste Of Europe To Marblehead
Peabody Diner owner Klevis Qyrasi's new place on Atlantic Avenue specialized in baked good, Italian paninis and gourmet coffee.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly's Lucky Dog Thrown A Bone With Eased Restrictions
The Cabot Street pub and restaurant reopened this week after recent lifting of the state's coronavirus curfew and raised capacity limits.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Professor Helps Develop School Coronavirus Test Guidance
Kristin Pangallo, a Salem State professor and Salem School Committee member, is part of the Safer Teachers, Safer Students collaborative.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Expanding Classroom Learning May Mean Easing Social Distancing
As North Shore schools hope to increase time in classrooms, staff vaccinations and lowering social distancing protocols seen as the keys.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly's Gentile Brewing Gets Boost From Its 'Invested' Fans
The Beverly brewery raised $75,000 for a new dock through small investments on the revenue-sharing note platform MainVest.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
North Shore Gyms Catch Capacity Break, But How Much Will It Help?
Tread Tabata, MHD owner Kelly Lorenz said distancing protocols and vaccine anticipation could keep things quiet a while longer.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Vaccinated Peabody Nurse Headed To Super Bowl On Patriots' Plane
Jen Medina, a nurse in the coronavirus unit at MelroseWakefield Hospital, said she will be rooting for Tom Brady in Tampa Sunday night.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
'Salem So Sweet' Aims To Bring Businesses Some Valentine's Heat
Salem Main Streets Executive Director Kylie Sullivan talks about the challenges of rethinking a city program amid coronavirus protocols.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Marblehead, MA|News|
Marblehead Awarded Small Business Technical Assistance Grant
The state's Rapid Recovery assistance program is designed to help towns help their small businesses recover from the coronavirus crisis.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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
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
