All signs are pointing to a rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus in Boston in the next several weeks, and the time now to start practicing social distancing is more urgent than ever. On Tuesday, March 10 the number of…
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City, Massport, DCR Closes Down Playgrounds
With Boston students at home for the duration of the COVID-19 epidemic some parents have been finding it hard to entertain stir crazy kids. While bike rides, walks and visits to passive parks have been a welcomed relief to get…
Santarpio’s Pizza Now Delivering
In its 117 year old history the famed Santarpio’s Pizza on the corner of Chelsea and Porter Streets has never delivered. The no-frills pizza joint that serves up pizza and BBQ lamb, sausage and steak tips is known for its…
Researchers at the South End’s NEIDL Have Started Working to Find COVID-19 Treatments
One researcher at Boston University’s National Emerging Infectious Disease Laboratory (NEIDL) in the South End of Boston has received samples of the COVID-19 virus late last week, and has permission to begin working to find a treatment for those with…
East Boston Savings Bank Announces Assistance During COVID-19 Crisis
East Boston Savings Bank (EBSB) today announced assistance for consumers and businesses facing financial adversity due to the economic impact of COVID-19, continued branch accessibility, as well as additional funding for local community organizations. “East Boston Savings Bank has a…
Transit Authority Arrests Local Man
Transit Police have arrested an East Boston man last week that was probably not practicing social distancing and allegedly exposing himself to female passengers on MBTA trains. Transit Police detectives arrested Farid Ennagi, 44, of East Boston on March 17…
Comcast Increases Access to and Speeds of Internet Essentials Through the COVID-19 Crisis
Comcast increases access to and speeds of internet essentials’ low-income internet service to support Americans through the Coronavirus pandemic. Dana Strong, President, Consumer Services, Comcast Cable issued the following statement: “As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, we…
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…
House and Senate Pass Legislation to Support Workers Effected by the Public Health Emergency
House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo along with his colleagues in the House of Representatives and Senate, passed legislation to waive the one-week waiting period for workers seeking unemployment insurance benefits related to, or resulting from, the COVID-19 pandemic or the…
Boston Water and Sewer Commission States Drinking Water Is Fine, Wipes in Pipes a Big Problem
As the region, nation and globe grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, questions and concern have arisen about every aspect of daily life, including such basic matters as household water and sewer services. When it comes to drinking water, an essential…