Medford|News|
Medford Shutting Down All Personal Care Businesses
Health officials are issuing an order to shut down all hair salons, barber shops, nail salons and other similar businesses.
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
Alex Newman, Patch Staff
- Medford, MA
Alex is a Jersey transplant covering Arlington, Malden, Medford, Reading and Somerville for Patch. A graduate of Northeastern University, Alex has lived in the Boston area since college (though he still hasn't been able to bring himself to root for the Sox). He is an avid football and baseball fan, amateur woodworker and film geek.
Alex lives in Chelsea with his fiancée, their dog and a revolving door of foster puppies.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Coronavirus Closures: Resources For Arlington Businesses Impacted
Statewide restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the coronavirus are hitting local businesses hard.
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Medford|News|
Medford Takeout, Delivery Options During Coronavirus Shutdown
Local restaurants have closed their dining rooms. Here's where to eat and support local businesses.
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Reading, MA|News|
Coronavirus: Reading Police Suspend Walk-In Services
There will no longer be walk-in fingerprinting, VIN checks, records requests, medication drop-off and other services.
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Medford|News|
MA Coronavirus: Daycares, Early Education Centers To Close
The state stepped in Wednesday and ordered all daycares and child care centers to close Monday.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Coronavirus: Another Positive Case Reported
Town officials said there are now five presumptive positive cases of the coronavirus in Arlington.
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Medford|News|
Coronavirus: Medford Suspends Parking Rules In Business Districts
The city is taking steps to support local businesses offering takeout and delivery during the public health crisis.
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Stoneham, MA|News|
Stoneham Coronavirus: Updates For Residents
Officials are limiting public access to municipal buildings and offering volunteer opportunities to support senior and high-risk residents.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Wakefield Coronavirus: How Town Is Responding To Closures
The town's services for those in need include the Emergency Fund and Food Pantry.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Hospital Launches Coronavirus Test Center
Patients must meet federal criteria and be existing Cambridge Health Alliance primary care patients to be eligible for testing.
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Medford|News|
Coronavirus: Where Students, Residents Can Get Food In Medford
Medford has set up a way for students to get fed during the school closure. Other groups are supporting hungry residents.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Coronavirus: Where Students, Residents Can Get Food In Somerville
Somerville has set up a way for students to get fed during the school closure. Other groups are supporting hungry residents.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Coronavirus: Somerville Orders Gyms, Theaters To Close
Gyms, theaters, houses of worship and more will be closed starting at 12 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17.
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Medford|News|
Coronavirus Prompts MBTA Schedule Changes
The MBTA announced changes to rail, bus and ferry service that will take effect this week to stop the spread of coronavirus.
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Medford|News|
Coronavirus: Medford Declares Local State Of Emergency
The declaration will facilitate and expedite the use of resources to protect residents from the spread of COVID-19, the city said.
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Arlington, MA|News|
Coronavirus In Arlington: 4 Positive Cases, Town Offices Closed
Arlington health officials said the number coronavirus cases in town could rise with expanded testing.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Declares Local State Of Emergency For Coronavirus
The city said it is working with state and federal legislators to provide aid to families, workers and business impacted by closures.
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Malden, MA|News|
Encore Boston Harbor To Close Over Coronavirus Concerns
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission recently voted to cease operations at all casinos in the state.
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Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Man Charged With Drug Trafficking In Arlington
Officers searched the 27-year-old and found three bags with pills inside, police said.
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Medford|News|
Medford Coronavirus Update: City, Recreation Buildings Closed
The city closed more buildings Friday after canceling school for two weeks.
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