The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced March 21 that the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15 to July 15. Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on April 15 to…
Banks Will Remain Open: Consumers Strongly Encouraged to Bank Electronically
The Massachusetts Bankers Association announced on Monday that banks throughout the Commonwealth will remain open while keeping their customers and employees safe. According to Gov. Charlie Baker’s order issued earlier today, financial institutions such as banks are considered essential services…
U.S. Attorney Andrew E. Lelling Issues Stern Warning Regarding Scams and Other Crimes Related to the Covid-19 Outbreak
The US Attorney for Boston said on March 19 the federal government would prosecute any and all scams related to the pandemic – including treatment scams and investment scams that have popped up recently. “As our communities take extraordinary measures…
Baker Files Bill to Address To-Go Alcohol Sales, MCAS and Other Local Matters
On Tuesday, Gov. Charlie Baker filed An Act to Further Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and School Districts Resulting from COVID-19, which would provide administrative relief to state and local government entities impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, including modifying…
Life-Threatening Car Crash on Bunker Hill Street March 19
An horrific three-vehicle crash unfolded on Bunker Hill St. near Hays Square on Thursday, March 19, around 1:42 p.m., and the injuries to some victims were life-threatening. By press time on Wednesday, March 25, none of the victims had died…
Thank Goodness For Dr. Fauci
Watching the daily press briefings of the White House Task Force on the current corona virus crisis, we know we speak for all Americans in being thankful for the calming and professional presence of Dr. Anthony Fauci, who has served…
Thanks for the Memories, Tom
For the past 20 years, there has been no public figure in New England who has been more well-known, and more idolized, than Tom Brady. Regardless of whether you are a football fan, male or female, young or old, everyone…
Guest Op-Ed: Through Every Challenge, Boston Stands Together
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh The coronavirus is a serious public health crisis that is affecting every aspect of life in our city. I know that the changes have been disruptive, and the cancellations have been disappointing. Some working people…
Townie Sports
Charlestown Little League Start Postponed to May Little League International has extended the delay of the start of our season until May 11. MLB also cancelled all local Pitch/Hit/Run competitions and Home Run Derbies. The League will update families again…
Gov. Baker files bill to address to-go alcohol service, MCAS, etc.
Today, Gov. Charlie Baker filed An Act to Further Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and School Districts Resulting from COVID-19, which would provide administrative relief to state and local government entities impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, including modifying local…
Gov. Baker Orders All Non-Essential Businesses To Cease In-Person Operation, Directs the Department of Public Health to Issue Stay at Home Advisory For Two Weeks
Governor said administration does not believe in ‘home confinement’ and this is not that kind of measure After much discussion over the weekend and last Friday, Gov. Charlie Baker issued the order for state officials to begin enforcing a stay-at-home…
Mass. National Guard ready to activate for COVID-19 Response
On Thursday, Gov. Charlie Baker activated up to 2,000 Massachusetts National Guard members to assist with the State of Emergency declared on March 10, 2020 as the region continues to respond to the spread of the coronavirus. The Massachusetts National…