Monthly Archives: July 2020

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Follow Health and Safety Rules at State-Managed Beaches and Parks in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is urging the public to protect public health by adhering to important COVID-19 guidance such as wearing a face covering, practicing social distancing, and washing hands frequently when visiting state beaches and parks. The public is also reminded that alcohol is prohibited […]

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Massachusetts Issues New Travel Order Effective on Saturday, August 1

Today, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced that effective Saturday, August 1, all travelers entering the Commonwealth, including both out-of-state residents and in-state residents returning home, will be required to comply with a new travel order. The travel order and other information is available at www.mass.gov/MAtraveler. Travel Order: Starting August 1, […]

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Boston Red Sox Play Home Opener at Fenway Park Tonight

The Boston Red Sox open the 2020 major league baseball season at Fenway Park tonight against the Baltimore Orioles.  Nathan Eovaldi is expected to be the starting pitcher for the Sox, while Tommy Milone gets the nod for the Orioles. Projected lineup: 1) Andrew Benintendi, LF 2) J.D. Martinez, DH 3) Rafael Devers, 3B 4) Xander Bogaerts, SS […]

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MassDOT Announces $500,000+ in Shared Streets & Spaces Program Funding Awards

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced more than $500,000 in awards for the second round of funding in the Baker-Polito Administration’s Shared Streets & Spaces Program. The program, which was launched on June 10, provides technical and funding assistance to help Massachusetts cities and towns conceive, design, and implement […]

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Baker-Polito Administration Announces Over $3.6 Million In Site Readiness Program Grants

The Baker-Polito Administration announced over $3.6 million for 12 projects in its fourth annual round of Site Readiness Program awards. These awards provide vital resources to municipalities, private-sector businesses, and nonprofit economic development entities to help overcome obstacles to developing otherwise prime locations. The funding announced today will finance feasibility […]

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Boston Issues Phase 3 Reopening Guidance for Cultural Venues, Historic Sites, Outdoor Events & Visitor Destinations

Boston Sky Line – Kyle Klein Photography Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today industry-specific reopening guidance for businesses included in Step One of Phase III of the four-phase Reopening Massachusetts plan, which begins Monday, July 13 in the City of Boston. An interdepartmental working group has published a framework for […]

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