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Governor Baker Issues Executive Order in Advance of Phase II

Executive Order updates reopening phases with details on additional sectors; Allows Phase II Enterprises to begin preparations to resume in advance of Phase II; Details rules required in advance of resuming amateur sports, outdoor dining

BOSTON — Today, Governor Charlie Baker issued an Executive Order that  provides a…

Reopening Massachusetts

Learn more about Reopening Massachusetts: download the Reopening MA Report, find general business guidance, when can my business reopen, mandatory safety standards for workplaces, sector-specific protocols and best practices, more...…

SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, MAY 15, 2020 – As of Monday, May 18, patients who arrive in a car to the Emergency Department (ED) at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge will be directed through a new “curbside triage” process. This new process allows patients to avoid gathering in a common space with others in the traditional ED waiting room, greatly reducing the risk of spreading COVID-19 while the virus remains a threat. Protocols for patients who arrive at the ED by ambulance will…

Harrington HealthCare System Ramps up Return to Normal Services with Coronavirus Protection Measures in Place

SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, May 8, 2020 – As the number of new coronavirus cases in Massachusetts begins to decline, Harrington HealthCare System (HHS) is encouraging patients to return for care at service locations across its system, with additional new infection prevention measures designed specifically to protect…

Beginning Today, Face Coverings are Now Required When in Public

Governor Baker has issued an order effective today Wednesday, May 6 requiring face masks or cloth face coverings in public places where social distancing is not possible. This applies to both indoor and outdoor spaces. Exceptions include children under the age of 2 and those unable to wear a mask or face covering due to…

Harrington HealthCare Urges Public Not to Delay Urgent Care Needs Due to Coronavirus Fears

SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, May 1, 2020 – Harrington HealthCare System (HHS) officials report that they’ve seen a significant decline in the number of emergency department and urgent care visits since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic and are urging the public not to delay seeking care out of fear that they may contract the…

To those of you who are self-employed, a gig worker, independent contractor, or who otherwise have not been eligible to apply for traditional unemployment benefits:

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is now available online from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for workers not traditionally eligible for unemployment benefits (self-employed, independent contractors, workers with…

View and download the updated list of Member Shops and Services.

Contact Jack to update us on your status for inclusion here.…

View and download the updated list of Member Restaurants (and more) offering delivery, curbside pickup and/or takeout.

Contact Jack to update us on your status for inclusion here.…

TLGV Celebrates Earth Day with Cleanup Contest

The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) believes we can all still celebrate Earth Day, even if we cannot gather together for town-wide cleanups. To help individuals throughout The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor get into cleanup mode, TLGV is starting a cleanup contest.

Participation is easy. Go to…

We wanted to share with you this information about small business recovery grants currently being offered by LISC Boston. Grants up to $10,000 are available. The deadline for applications is this Friday. These grants will be highly competitive, so apply as soon as possible.

LISC is providing grants to affected small businesses in Massachusetts to help them cope with the…

View and download the updated list of Member Restaurants offering delivery and/or takeout.

Thank you for supporting your local dining establishments!…

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Launches Fund with Vistaprint to Support Small Business Recovery

Small businesses are the foundation of our communities and our economy. Employing nearly half the American workforce, they keep our neighborhoods running and make them feel like home. The impacts of the coronavirus pandemic have wrought unprecedented financial uncertainty. These businesses need…

The Last Green Valley is Hiring

The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) is searching for a Financial Officer to handle all aspects of the non-profit’s financial activities. The Financial Officer will be responsible for accounting, payroll, grants, contract management, audit preparation and human resources, performing a variety of tasks essential to The Last Green Valley’s success.

“We are looking for one person who can…

View and download the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency COVID-19 Command Center Situation Report for April 5, 2020.

COVID-19 Command Center 04.05.20.pdf

View and download the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency COVID-19 Command Center Situation Report for April 1, 2020.

COVID-19 Command Center_04.01.20.pdf

Visit this link for a message from Congressman McGovern regarding the new Paycheck Protection Program.

mcgovern.house.gov/news/email/show.aspx?ID=Z5MPA3CVK5FYYNZ2O5WNNQJ37E

Connect with MASS.GOV with the links below for resources for businesses from the state.

Includes:

-Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program

-Emergency Order re: Essential Services and Assemblage Guidance

-Administrative Tax Relief Measures

-MGCC Small Business Recovery Loan Fund

-MEMA’s Emergency Operations Center’s Private Sector Hotline

-Executive Office of…