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Attention parents and guardians and your kids! Looking for a positive (and socially distant) activity for children whose schools are closed? Want to do some fun with calisthenics based on the bodyweight exercises that Massachusetts State Troopers do? Want some enjoyable physical activity young people can do at their own …

While COVID-19 related deaths and positive test numbers dominate the headlines, not much attention is given to those who have recovered or left quarantine. Here’s a look at the numbers in Massachusetts and around the world. As of April 8, the Massachusetts Public Health Department reported that the state added …

“We are sorry for the inconvenience but in consideration of safety for our community and staff we are closed through April and have stopped billing all accounts while we are temporarily closed. We have waived all Freeze Fees due to these extenuating circumstances. We are taking advantage of this time …

New Bedford, Massachusetts – Mayor Jon Mitchell and the Board of Health have acted to protect residents including seniors in New Bedford, announcing stringent measures on wellness checks, quarantining, and isolation requirements for senior living facilities and nursing homes, as well as lodging houses, in New Bedford. Mayor Mitchell’s proposal …

According to the New Bedford Mayor’s office, New Bedford has a total of 13 positive cases of COVID-19 as of Sunday, March 29. This is an increase of one since Saturday. Fall River has reported three new cases since Saturday, bringing the city’s total to 12. Bristol County increased from …

By Katie Lannan State House News Service Governor Charlie Baker made an appeal Saturday for Massachusetts residents to donate blood, calling it a way to save lives as the state strives to prevent its health care system from becoming overwhelmed by the pressures of the coronavirus pandemic. The visit Baker …

Many seasonal residents, including homeowners, visitors and tenants, have decided to return to the Town of Dartmouth several months early. Some seasonal residents may be departing urban areas such as the New York City area, which has a high number of cases of COVID-19. As we are aware, unprecedented efforts …

“*** URGENT NEED TO CONTINUE TO SOCIAL DISTANCE*** Lives depend on social distancing and if healthcare workers are sick, we can’t take care of you or your family. Please talk to your kids and AVOID playdates, meeting at the park, etc. This is NOT a vacation. Although kids may not …

Southcoast Health has established a 24/7 COVID-19 Hotline for patients who have symptoms, travel history, or exposure they’re concerned may be related to the Coronavirus. Call 508-973-1919 for assessment, answers, and advice on next steps. Spanish and Portuguese-speaking interpreters are available. Our Nursing Triage Hotline will ensure you receive the …

Due to the expected temperature drop this evening, New Bedford’s overflow shelter at 75 Division Street will be activated. Also due to the coronavirus, the shelter will not be able to lay 30 cots out. Each cot will be 6ft away from each other and the layout will be from …