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MARCH 23, 2020.....Joining states like California, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday ordered all non-essential businesses to close their physical operations to workers and customers beginning Tuesday at noon, taking a step he has resisted for days while at the same time telling residents they would not be confined to their homes.The [...]

Medford, Malden, Reading, Winchester, Melrose work with residents to help each other out

What is it?Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that cause disease in both animals and humans. They get their name for the distinctive crown-like spikes on the virus surface. While the virus typically causes mild cases of the common cold, it can bring on respiratory infections like pneumonia. The current coronavirus disease, officially known as COVID-19 (COVID-19 is the name of the disease, and SARS -CoV-2 is the name of the virus that causes it), was first [...]

All of our coronavirus stories are being provided for free as a public service to our readers during the coronavirus outbreak. For more coverage go to winchester.wickedlocal.com/topics/coronavirus. Please support local journalism by subscribing to the Winchester Star at buy.mypapertoday.com.Like any good business owner, Chris Furlong understands his customers. The owner of Twyrl Pasta Bistro [...]

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Those who are infected and don't require hospitalization are instructed to stay home, but most live with families, roommates and pets at home.

BOSTON — Massachusetts is preparing to open hundreds of day care sites for the children of medical professionals, emergency workers and others who are expected to keep working during the COVID-19 pandemic.Gov. Charlie Baker announced Saturday, March 21 that more than 300 sites will open on Monday, with more to follow later. The rest of the state's child care facilities have been ordered to shut down to help prevent spread of the coronavirus."We know that child care is an [...]

It can feel hard right now.The number of people sick with COVID-19 is rising. Gatherings are limited. Restaurants and [...]

Three candidates are vying for seats on the Winchester School Committee, the only contested race in the March 31 local election.Michelle Bergstrom, the incumbent, is being challenged by Shamus Brady and Deep Neogy.The Winchester Star asked each candidate three questions relating to why they are the best candidate for School Committee. Shamus Brady's responses, which were limited to 300 words each are below, and have been edited for length and clarity. [...]

Note: In response to concerns about the coronavirus, area events may be subject to cancellation, postponement or attendance limits. Please contact organizers to confirm event details.The American Red Cross strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals who are feeling well to give blood or platelets to help maintain a sufficient blood supply and prevent shortages as concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, rise in the U.S.Cold and flu [...]