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This quarantine is taking its toll on all of us. The forced isolation, lack of access to gyms and just plain boredom are testing the wills of Americans all over the country, and members of Congress and professional athletes aren’t exempted.
That’s what I learned during a recent video chat between Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts and Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter. The two talked about the challenges of staying mentally and physically healthy as much of the United States shelters in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
An employee at a Whole Foods Market location in Massachusetts died from the coronavirus, officials announced.
A staff member at the company’s Swampscott store died on Wednesday, a Whole Foods spokesperson said in a statement. The worker was not identified.
“Our hearts are with his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time, and with his fellow Team Members at our Swampscott, Massachusetts store,” the statement said. “We are offering counseling support to our Team Members as we grieve this tremendous loss.”
Hey everyone,
If you’re like me, you might find yourself wondering what day it is lately. I can’t believe it is already mid-April and that this is our seventh weekly update since the pandemic began.
It’s easy to lose track of time when you’re spending a lot of it at home, but this week I want to use my letter to say thank you to every one of you who is showing up to work because you are doing an essential job.
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Sacred Heart Community Service thought it was prepared for the pain the growing COVID-19 pandemic would cause in San Jose, California. The nonprofit, which has long helped those struggling to pay rent or keep the lights on, rallied donors and helped set up an $11 million fund that would offer up to $4,000 a month to eligible households.
The online application process went live on the morning of March 23. Within hours, the site crashed as more than 1,000 attempted to apply.
On the hardwood, Boston Celtics’ forward Enes Kanter is known for his efficient post work and knack for rebounding the basketball.
But with competitive hoops off the table during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the 6-foot-11 big man has turned his focus to other things including TikTok, learning to play the piano, and taking care of his new cat.
WASHINGTON — President Trump has been eager for weeks to reopen the country’s economy, once predicting packed churches by Easter Sunday and arguing that recessions cause death, too.
On Thursday, with the coronavirus spread appearing to finally level off in hot spots after weeks of lockdowns, the president took his first major step to achieve that goal, releasing a road map for governors to gradually send people back to work and school in many parts of the country.
St. John’s Prep senior and Marblehead resident Mitch Robson will moderate a panel of experts during an online webinar April 15 on the topic of youth suicide awareness and prevention and Congressman Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, 6th, will present remarks to kick off the event.
A member of his hometown’s Troop 79, Robson is hosting the virtual presentation as part of his Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout project.
SALEM, Mass. – This Friday, Congressman Seth Moulton will host a telephone town hall to answer questions about the coronavirus pandemic and anything else of interest to his constituents.
The Statewide Towing Association has expressed concern over the vulnerability of its members amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Drivers frequently come into contact with people without the protective equipment that other first responders have. But the organization has now received word that tow drivers have been given permission to receive the free COVID-19 testing at sites for first responders.
Vitalina Williams was an employee at Market Garden in Salem for 11 years, that was infected by the coronavirus. After a week of fighting for her life, the 59-year-old finally succumbed to the deadly infection leaving her husband of 19 years to speak out about what could have been done differently.
“The entire Market Basket community is deeply saddened by this loss,” Griffin said in an email to MassLive on Tuesday. “We offer our support to her family and coworkers during this difficult time. We have made counseling services available to any colleagues or family members in need.”