8 of the best local orchards to enjoy apple picking and fall fun Why these locations need to be on everyone’s ‘fall in Massachusetts’ bucket list Stepfanie Romine, for North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce   Is there anything more quintessentially fall than apple picking at an orchard in Massachusetts? While the state has plenty
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Are All Those Plexiglass Barriers in Restaurants Actually Keeping Anyone Safe From COVID-19? The latest research indicates not only are the now-ubiquitous plastic dividers ineffective at containing virus-loaded aerosols, they might disrupt airflow that would disperse the virus

  Lexington Welcomes New Craft Food Halls Location Craft Food Halls are a new way to dine, imbibe and enjoy. Like a food court, guests can visit one venue and choose from many options – something to eat, something to drink and something to do. While all under the Craft Food Halls umbrella, each location
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Social Distancing and Capacity Limits Require face coverings for all workers and attendees, except where an individual is unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition or disability The host of an indoor event at private residences, event venues, and in public settings must limit the number of attendees at all times to: No
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On this week’s OWJ we take a look at an article appearing in One Fair Wage and reported on CNBC: During the pandemic, Black restaurant workers have received less in tips than other racial groups, according to a report by labor advocacy group One Fair Wage. Nearly 90% of Black workers reported their tips have
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After 3 months of isolation and lock-down Out With Joe cooking at home… we hit the road and headed for the Cape.. Orleans to be exact. Nauset Beach Inn to stay … and a mile down the road is Cape Cod’s newest eatery. Toast to the Coast recently opened.. I mean recently.. just weeks ago.
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Welcome to this edition of Out With Joe from the Cantiani Insurance Group studios and brought to by Nothing Bundt Cakes in White City Plaza in Shrewsbury.. , I’m Joe Mangiacotti… this week with the news of so many eateries that will not make it back from the pandemic.. I thought we’d talk a little
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Your mother would probably prefer you celebrate her every day of the year, but in 2020 you’ll be showering her with love and appreciation on May 10th. Show your mom how much you care by impressing her with some fun facts about the history and first celebration of Mother’s Day. This year, the 2020 Pandemic has certainly
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Welcome to this edition of Out With Joe brought to by Nothing Bundt Cakes in White City Plaza in Shrewsbury.. , I’m Joe Mangiacotti… this week we’d thought we’d take a break from the negative reataurant news.. and share some fun EATING OUT TRIVIA Almost half of Americans say they eat most meals away from
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CNET has this fantastic article on Tipping during the Covid 19 Epidemic, for the complete article click Here Tipping is an unavoidable part of US culture at any time, but as we rely more on food, grocery and restaurant delivery during the coronavirus outbreak, the amount you should tip is climbing. Delivery drivers put themselves at greater risk
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