Baker Halts Reopening, Lowers Crowd Sizes
The next part of the state’s third reopening phase is being put on hold indefinitely while local police are being empowered to fine anyone breaking newly-lowered caps on outdoor gatherings.
Dunkin’ to Close 800 US Stores as Pandemic Hurts Sales
Dunkin’ Brands Inc. expects to close up to 800 underperforming U.S. stores this year as it tries to shore up its portfolio in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Banker & Tradesman’s Editorial Cartoon: So Close
The coronavirus transmission rate has slipped above a key threshold in Massachusetts, just as the state was poised to have a relatively worry-free reopening.
Senate, House Agree on To-Go Cocktails
Both branches of the state legislature have now signed off on allowing Massachusetts restaurants to sell to-go cocktails.
Restaurants, Bars Eye Relief from Beacon Hill
Restaurants in Massachusetts have been allowed to welcome diners back to their patios and dining rooms, but some restaurateurs still have their eye on a relief bill that’s pending before the state Senate.
Banker & Tradesman’s Editorial Cartoon: Cheers to Normalcy!
With Massachusetts diners able to return to indoor dining last week, life is feeling like it’s finally starting to return to “normal.”
Indoor Dining Resumes Today
Restaurants that have been serving patrons on patios and sidewalks for the past two weeks are now able to welcome diners indoors beginning today as Gov. Charlie Baker announced Friday that he was triggering the next stage of his economic reopening plan.
Bars Won’t Reopen Until Phase Four
Bars in Massachusetts will have to wait a while longer before being allowed to reopen under the phased-in approach set out by Gov. Charlie Baker.
Shopping, Outdoor Dining Resumes Today
Massachusetts restaurants, retail shops, child care facilities and hotels got the green light Saturday to emerge from their government-induced slumbers beginning on Monday, with important safety restrictions.
New Laws, Flexibility Needed to Facilitate Outdoor Dining
While some municipalities work to make it easier for restaurants to reopen with outdoor dining, the head of the Newton-Needham Regional Chamber said other businesses can help and that diners need to be prepared to pay more for a meal out.
Baker: Restaurants Could Get Reopening Date Next Week
Restaurants and lodging businesses face a slew of new mandatory safety standards when they reopen or expand operations beyond current pandemic-forced levels.
Walsh Cuts Red Tape for Reopening Restaurants
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh Thursday announced the city was taking steps to help restaurants as they try to reopen, from removing or streamlining what his office called “outdated” regulations to creating a process to increase outdoor seating.
Restaurants Fear PPP Loans Won’t Bring Relief
Restaurants owners across the U.S. are worried that a loan from the government’s coronavirus relief program could wind up being a burden instead of a blessing.
Restaurants Want in on Phase One Reopening
More than 100 small restaurant owners have written to Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito asking to reopen for business next Tuesday and to be allowed to ramp up to full capacity within 30 days.
Walsh: Boston Could Pedestrianize Streets to Help Recovery
Boston is actively considering converting car lanes to additional sidewalk space, bicycle lanes and bus lanes to help speed the city’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Restaurants Try to Weather the Storm
Massachusetts restaurants face a menu of unappetizing choices as they seek to stabilize their finances to offset steep declines in revenues from indoor dining bans.
No Safety Net for Restaurant Industry
Dire prospects for Massachusetts’ restaurant industry are prompting calls for lawmakers to slash taxes and require that insurers cover business losses from the coronavirus epidemic.
Guy Fieri Opening Two Restaurants in Downtown Boston
Two restaurants by Guy Fieri will replace the Explorateur Cafe on the edge of Boston’s Theater District this summer.
Italian Accent at Pierce Boston’s New Restaurant
Seasonal Italian specialties and a whimsical decorating scheme – including murals of Lady Gaga and Sophia Loren – highlight the Fenway’s newest dining magnet.
Burlington Mall Expansion Will Include Japanese Barbecue Restaurant
Electronic repair specialist uBreakiFix, Modern Acupuncture and Japanese barbecue concept Gyu-Kaku are joining the list of tenants at The Village at Burlington Mall, the redevelopment of the former Sears Auto building.
