Business

Long days, more jobs for indoor improvement businesses during covid

Shawn Coffey of HiLine Painting and Powerwashing in Marion said the demand for jobs went up 250% since the start of the coronavirus because people want work done on their second homes. Dave Petersen of Petersen Electric in Rochester is in the same...

Covid makes homeowners reconsider, redesign living spaces

For some, the coronavirus shutdown has felt like a staring contest with the same set of walls at home. To fix up those walls, Tri-Town residents are calling on local contractors and architects. But these professionals now have an increase in demand...
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Marion woman helps put injuries on ice with workout recovery products

MARION — Sitting at her daughter Ella’s soccer games, Sue Shannon watched players and parents reach for ice packs from coolers to treat injuries. In those moments, she thought to herself, “there has to be a better way to have something available”...

Restaurants resume indoor dining at a distance

Restaurants faced ingredient shortages, takeout order backups and added safety measures during the takeout-only phase of the coronavirus shutdown, which makes reopening for more standard dining a relief. “We’re just glad to be open and glad to serve...

Retailers reflect on reopening process

Frank Fletcher started working at the Marion Sports Shop in the early 1950s and has been the owner since 1966. In all his time there, he has never seen a business disruptor such as the coronavirus pandemic. As businesses open back up, owners and...

Rochester resident opening a new bilingual daycare in the Tri-Town

ROCHESTER — Roxana and Rob D’Italia used the time when they were stuck at home during a coronavirus shutdown to put in place the final steps of their plan and dream for the first bilingual daycare in the Tri-Town. The program, called The Learning...

Marion whiskey and wine bar looks for community investment

MARION — In just two weeks, the not-yet-opened Mary Celeste Whiskey and Wine Library , raised $14,500 to help fund unforeseen construction costs. The money didn’t come from Wall Street or a high-end restaurant group, but from local residents. The...

A running list of reopened restaurants in the Tri-Town with in-person dining

With phase two, step two of Governor Charlie Baker’s reopening plans, restaurants can reopen for in-person dining with indoor and outdoor seating. Here’s a running list of all the places that are open with in-person dining in the Tri-Town:...

Buy a box, support local businesses

The South Coast Almanac is partnering with local First Citizens Federal Credit Union and 12 small businesses from Westport to Wareham — including Atlantic Bistro and Brew Fish — to offer unique themed baskets full of goods and gift cards that will...

Restaurants and retail open in phase two, others remain in limbo

Phase two of Governor Charlie Baker’s plan to reopen the state started on June 8, with businesses like retail stores, restaurants, childcare facilities, hotels and warehouses opening up. Some local businesses were prepared and opened immediately,...

Animal hospitals work through pandemic ruff patch

Cats have nine lives, and dog’s are a man’s best friend, but coronavirus has put a stressful burden on local animal hospitals who work to make sure those cats stay alive and those dogs are still around to be best friends with their owners. From a...

Massachusetts golf courses open ‘fore’ the season

The Marion Golf Club, Rochester Golf Club and Reservation Golf Club in Mattapoisett will open their fairways for the season after Governor Baker announced on May 7 that, effective immediately, all golf courses can open with social distancing...