Entries by Ryan Murphy

Supply Side Vaxonomics

FEB. 26, 2021…..It’s the supply, stupid. Those weren’t the exact words Gov. Charlie Baker used Thursday, but as he got barraged with criticism from Democratic lawmakers eager to show they were ready to stand up to the Republican administration, it was a defense he would return to again and again. The new Joint Committee on […]

Reopening Guidelines Updated and a Message From the COVID-19 Command Center About Employer Vaccination Programs

Today, February 25, 2021, at 1:00 PM, Governor Baker, Lt. Governor Polito and Secretary Kennealy announced updates pertaining to the state’s reopening process and sector specific guidance. These include: 1.Phase 3, Step 2: Effective March 1st, the Commonwealth will move forward into Phase 3, Step 2. This will reopen: ·    Indoor performance venues such as concert halls, theaters, […]

Baker-Polito Administration Announces $4.7 Million for Vaccine Equity in Hardest-Hit Communities; Regional Vaccination Collaboratives

BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration today announced a new $4.7 million initiative to promote COVID-19 vaccine equity in the 20 communities most disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. The Administration also announced 11 high-efficiency regional vaccination collaboratives involving local health officials and other regional partners. Vaccination Appointments: Tomorrow, around 50,000 new appointments will be added at mass vaccination […]

Remodeling Your Business? Local Contractors Help You Nail It

Thinking about saving some money on your next business remodeling project by doing the work yourself? Before you start ripping down walls and installing new fixtures, you might want to re-think whether or not doing your own renovation work is really worth it. Unless you’re a professional contractor, chances are good this is one project […]

Don’t get your floss in a wad: How to find a dentist

Whether you’ve recently relocated, you’re dissatisfied with the care you’ve received at your current dentist, or you’ve just never gotten around to finding one, choosing the right dentist can feel overwhelming. Before you get your floss in a wad, take a look at our tips for choosing a great dentist. Check Your Insurance If you […]

Envision John Fitch Highway Artwork Challenge: Redesigning John Fitch Highway – A Climate Resilient Corridor

The City of Fitchburg through the Department of Public Works is planning improvements to the John Fitch Highway (JFH) Corridor to increase climate resilience, mitigate flooding, and increase mobility. This is a unique opportunity to improve our public spaces by incorporating nature-based solutions (like rain gardens and tree planting) and elements of Complete Streets (such as […]

Biden-Harris Administration Increases Lending to Small Businesses in Need, Announces Changes to PPP to Further Promote Equitable Access to Relief

Small businesses account for 44 percent of U.S. GDP, create two-thirds of net new jobs, and employ nearly half of America’s workers. Now, millions of main street small businesses – especially Black- and Brown-owned small businesses – are struggling to make ends meet in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic crisis. The Biden-Harris administration […]

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Crashed and Burning

Article source: State House News Service Author: Matt Murphy   FEB. 19, 2021…..A four-legged octopus with a question mark hanging over its head is certainly not the image you want to see when you log on to book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine. But after months of waiting for protection from the deadly coronavirus, […]