Massachusetts had 55,223 individuals file an initial claim for standard Unemployment Insurance (UI) from April 26 to May 2, the fifth consecutive week of fewer initial claims filing over the previous week. Since March 15, a total of 777,232 initial…
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More than 2.5 Million Residents in Massachusetts Got Stimulus Payments
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today released updated state-by-state figures for Economic Impact Payments, with approximately 130 million individuals receiving payments worth more than $200 billion in the program’s first four weeks. “We are working hard to…
More than 50 Filmed-In-MA Movies & Tv Series Available
As the COVID-19 public health emergency continues, many people staying home are looking for more films and TV shows to watch on the streaming services they subscribe to. Many are also looking for ways to connect virtually to our local…
State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division Pays out $5.5 Million in Claims During COVID-19 Pandemic
As COVID-19 has forced millions to work remotely, businesses and government agencies have also had to adjust to these unprecedented times. The Massachusetts Unclaimed Property Division (UCP), however, was uniquely positioned to remote work without disrupting the customer experience and…
High School Seniors Unsure About Their Future Should Consider a Career in Court Reporting
Are you a high school senior not sure about taking the college path for your future? Or, are you interested in learning a new skill set? Maybe you’re just ready to explore a new career choice. Now could be the…
Amtrak to Return Acela Service
Beginning June 1, Amtrak is restoring Acela service on the Northeast Corridor on a modified schedule in response to anticipated increased demand. Modified service will include the restoration of three weekday Acela roundtrips. Northeast Regional frequencies will also be increased from eight to 10 roundtrips.…
RMV Cautions Customers to Be Aware of Unofficial Third-Party Websites: Customers Are Encouraged to Use Only Mass.Gov/RMV for Online RMV Services
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is cautioning customers to use only Mass.Gov/RMV when they are trying to renew a license or registration or process any business transactions online. Customers may inadvertently come across unofficial third-party websites or “mimic sites†that…
Revere Students Earn Academic Honors
Malden Catholic High School Releases Honor Roll Students from Revere – Winter 2020 Malden Catholic High School students have completed the coursework for the third quarter for the 2019-20 academic year. Malden Catholic divides honors into three levels: Headmaster’s List,…
It’s a Beautiful Day
Celebrating Mother’s Day 2020!
While the days and weeks seem to mesh into one amidst the coronavirus lockdowns, this Sunday is a special day that will break the monotony. It is Mother’s Day, and while it may not be possible for mom to…
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Mask Up May Program Draws Tremendous Response
The city’s Mask Up May Program, launched Sunday with a pop-up mask distribution site at Revere Beach, is drawing a tremendous response, with more than 2,000 masks set to be delivered to Revere residents at their homes this Saturday. Charlie…
City Council Will Recognize MACIR for Mask Donations
The City Council approved a motion by Councillor-at-Large by Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo to award a Certificate of Commendation to MACIR for producing and donating more than 1,000 masks to the city during the COVID-19 crisis. Rachid Moukhabir is the president…
News Briefs
Grab and Go Mask Distribution Underway The City of Revere’s Emergency Response Team continues to take proactive steps to slow community transmission of COVID-19 and establish strategies for longer-term recovery efforts. As of May 4, the Revere Board of Health…
The City of Revere Update: Grab and Go Mask Distribution Starts; Food Delivery to Be Available This Weekend
The City of Revere’s Emergency Response Team continues to take proactive steps to slow community transmission of COVID-19 and establish strategies for longer-term recovery efforts. As of May 5, the Revere Board of Health has been notified by the Massachusetts…
Fifty-Four Residents Being Housed at Quality Inn
The city’s decision to use the Quality Inn Hotel as housing for residents who have tested for the coronavirus has proven to be a propitious one, with many agreeing that the isolation has prevented others from contracting the insidious disease…
DESE Commissioner Riley Releases New Guidances to Local Schools
Since Governor Baker announced that all Massachusetts schools will remain closed through this academic year, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Commissioner Jeffrey Riley recently released new guidances to school districts, underscoring that student learning will continue, while…
Unemployment Data Shows New Claims Are Overwhelmingly from White Residents
For the fourth week in a row, new unemployment claims were lower than the previous week, and new data from the state shows that more than 80 percent of new claims since March 15 came from residents describing themselves as…
Justice Department Committed to Investigating Predatory Practices in Housing Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Special to the Journal The Attorney General has directed U.S. Attorney’s Offices across the country to investigate reports of housing-related sexual harassment resulting from the current COVID-19 pandemic. As the country adopts drastic measures to slow the spread of COVID-19,…
RCN Extends COVID-19 Response Policies to June 30
RCN, an award-winning and leading provider of fiber and broadband services, announced it will extend its commitments through June 30 to ensure business and residential customers remain connected to the internet during the COVID-19 crisis. Originally announced on April 6,…
