COVID-19 deaths top 6,000 and Gov. Baker touts new work protocols.
BOSTON (AP) — COVID-19-related deaths in Massachusetts have now surged past 6,000. There were 128 new deaths reported Wednesday, bringing total deaths to 6,066. Gov. Charlie Baker says adapting to new COVID-19 work requirements will take some getting used to but is essential to limit the spread of the coronavirus. University of Massachusetts President Marty Meehan is recommending a tuition freeze. Two Boston-area Muslim groups have collected 40,000 face masks they plan to distribute to first responders, police officers, nursing home staff, medical workers and others on the pandemic’s front lines. The New England Patriots are planning a flag garden at Gillette to honor veterans.
-Associated Press