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The Daily Free Press

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‘No plans’ to repeal BU Shuttle mask mandate, University says

Jesús Marrero Suárez April 21, 2022
Mask policy in University buses will not change following the strike-down of the federal transportation mask mandate.
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Masks, COVID-19 testing will no longer be required after finals week

Fiona Broadie March 25, 2022
BU will no longer offer isolation housing after June 1. Masks will tentatively still be required in the BU Shuttle and in healthcare facilities.
Boston University’s Pep Band. BU Pep Band, one of the five ensembles in the student section at hockey games, returned to TD Garden Feb. 14 for the men’s Beanpot Championship for the first time since the pandemic started. MOHAN GE/DFP STAFF

BU Pep Band performs at Beanpot Championship for first time in two years

Ruihan Yang February 23, 2022
Pep Band is back at the Beanpot! The last time they performed was a month before the world went on lockdown.
Buffalo Exchange sign reads "Masks Required!"

Local businesses talk change in policy as state prepares to lift mask mandate

Divya Sood May 26, 2021
Local owners have the option to require masks or not as restrictions loosen across the state.
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Springtime allergies, why can’t you leave me alone?

Melina Nguyen April 29, 2021
Spring is long-awaited by many, except for the poor population who suffer from seasonal allergies.
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Boston’s music students stay busy during pandemic

Sam Trottenberg April 8, 2021
70% of North End Music and Performing Arts Center students continued lessons during the pandemic.
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Drum circles bring rhythm, community to Boston residents

Daniel Kool April 8, 2021
Alan Tauber, director of Arlington-based DrumConnection, led a group of three.
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Outdoor dining to resume in time for Dine Out Boston

Jesús Marrero Suárez March 18, 2021
Restaurants were originally slated to reopen their outdoor spaces April 1, but Mayor Marty Walsh announced Friday the date would be moved up due to a forecast for warmer weather.

Ask Sophia: Valentine’s Day

Sophia Yakumithis February 11, 2021
Here are some universally applicable tips guaranteed to spark romance and spice up your world this Valentine’s Day.
Cold weather and increasing “COVID fatigue” among residents have contributed to Massachusetts’ rising COVID-19 cases, according to experts. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Cold weather, ‘COVID fatigue’ to blame for rising cases

Rin Velasco December 10, 2020
Cases have increased dramatically since the summer, when Mass. was reporting fewer than 500 a day.
A person wearing a mask rides the B-line train to Boston College. Through its new Ride Safer program, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has begun distributing free face masks to passengers in an effort to limit the spread of COVID-19. LAURYN ALLEN/ DFP FILE

MBTA distributes free face coverings to commuters

Emily Stevenson November 30, 2020
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has begun distributing free masks during popular commuting times as part of their campaign to prevent coronavirus transmission.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, families are advised to take extra precautions for the holiday season by limiting the size of gatherings, getting tested for COVID-19 and wearing masks when possible. HANNAH YOSHINAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Health-care experts share advice for Thanksgiving safety

Rin Velasco November 18, 2020
If there’s ever a time for large gatherings, Thanksgiving is it. But this year, for the sake of public safety, the annual tradition will likely look different at households across the country.
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