As of May 8, 2020, Massachusetts state parks are open and accessible to the public. The state encourages individuals to follow these guidelines when visiting parks and other natural resources: Minimize outdoor recreational time to limit potential exposure to COVID-19; Stay within solitary or small groups, and avoid gatherings of ten or more people; Practice …
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker issued an order on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 requiring face masks or cloth face coverings in public where social distancing is not possible. This applies to both indoor and outdoor spaces and excludes children under the age of 2 and those who have a medical condition and are not able to …
The Baker-Polito Administration in Massachusetts extended non-essential business closures to May 18th, which could change of course, but as more and more states are reopening, experts weigh in on how to stay safe. Although most experts agree that reopening isn’t in the best interest of the country, the pressure to reopen businesses has been enormous …
Attorney Sclafani makes the BEST chili! He won’t take credit for it though, he found the recipe years ago in the magazine Muscle & Fitness. If you’re safe at home, looking to try a new recipe, give this one a try. You won’t regret it. 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 large onion, chopped 1 …
On April 28, 2020 Governor Baker announced the formation of the Reopening Advisory Board. The Board, which consists of public health officials, leaders from the business community, and municipal government from across the Commonwealth, is charged with advising the administration on strategies to reopen the economy in phases based on health and safety metrics. The …
During this pandemic we just want to remind you to support local businesses when possible. When you support local you help our local economy thrive. These farmstands and nurseries are open during COVID and we encourage you to visit them. Granny’s Place 844 Main Street, Agawam Open 9-5 daily with additional curbside pickup. https://www.buylocalfood.org/directory/listing/grannys-place …
If you develop symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throad, new loss of taste or smell), the State of Massachusetts has a resource that you can use to assess your symptoms and find the right care: www.buoy.com/mass. In addition, you can …
On Thursday, April 23, 2020 Massachusetts lawmakers passed a bill allowing notaries public to remotely perform work that is central to estate planning, mortgages, and more. This bill gives notaries public the ability to do businesses via videoconferencing, and will help with everything from wills to license applications and more. In addition to other provisions, …
The coronavirus has caused turmoil in almost every aspect of our lives. If you currently pay child support, but lost your job due to the virus, you may wonder what you need to do. According to Attorney Diana S. Valez Harris, “Immediately file a Complaint for Modification with the Court to let the other party …
During the coronavirus pandemic you might be wondering if Massachusetts Courts are open. They are open … somewhat. Other than an emergency or “exigent” circumstances, nothing is being heard. Any matters that qualify as an emergency/exigent are being heard over the telephone. All other matters are heard by the moving party submitting in writing their …