As we enter a new week and near the end of the month, I think it’s important to take stock of the “big picture” of this crisis. The recent data indicate that our statewide trends in terms of new COVID-19 cases, hospitalization rates, and deaths may be stabilizing but have not begun to decline meaningfully or consistently. This means that we are well-positioned to weather the “surge” without overwhelming our health care system, but we are not yet out of the woods.
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Holliston Happenings for the Week of April 27, 2020
Grab-n-go meal menu and meeting schedule / access information is posted here.
School Committee Approves Computer Science Endorsement Proposal
On Thursday evening, April 23, the School Committee met in special session for an update on the COVID19 closure and the presentation of a proposal for a Computer Science Endorsement Program.
COVID-19 April 25, 2020 Update from Representative Dykema
There was only limited news today, but I’d like to take the opportunity to encourage you to support neighbors who may be experiencing job or income loss. Our food pantries fill essential nutritional needs during this time and I encourage you to support your local pantry with either a monetary donation or needed grocery items listed on their websites.
COVID-19 April 24, 2020 Update From Representative Dykema
Some positive news from the Governor’s press conference today: our state’s Commissioner of Public Health, Dr. Monica Bharel, made her first public appearance since recovering from COVID-19 which she contracted last month.
COVID-19 April 23,2020 Update From Representative Dykema
Today, the Governor released a public service announcement urging Massachusetts residents who require urgent or emergency care for all conditions, not just COVID-19, to seek medical attention if they need it.
COVID-19 Update From Representative Dykema; April 22, 2020
Happy Earth Day to all!
If you are quarantining with young children, here are some fun ideas for safe, educational activities to celebrate and learn about nature during Earth Day. Almost all of these activities can be done in and around the home.
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Grab-n-Go Meals Program Is Still Going!
A reminder: Grab-n-Go meals are being distributed Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for ALL students aged 21 and younger.
COVID-19 Update #33 From Representative Dykema
For the fifth consecutive day in a row, new cases of COVID-19 have dropped, although overall numbers remain relatively high. Today, the Governor announced that school closures for childcare, pre-K, and K-12 programs will continue through June for all public and private schools.
COVID-19 Update # 32 From Representative Dykema
April 20th Update: I want to wish everyone a healthy and safe Patriots’ Day. This holiday celebrates and recognizes the perseverance, dedication, and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom – theirs and ours. Today, we instead recognize the dedication and sacrifice of our healthcare professionals, first responders, and essential services workers who are participating in the ultimate marathon – saving lives and protecting the public health.