COVID vaccinations and falling case rates are beginning to loosen up the pandemic-related travel restrictions for interstate travel throughout New England, many of which have been in place since last spring.
Most of these restrictions have required a negative test or 10-14 day quarantine to cross most state borders in the region.
The recent lifting of restrictions signals to a potentially bustling spring and summertime – and is good news for local businesses and industries supported by tourism. But for some states, strict rules still remain in place
Here are the current travel orders in each New England state:
Maine COVID travel restrictions
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It s that time of year, when a combination of cabin fever, winter blues and coronavirus fatigue starts wearing down even the hardiest of New Englanders.
But with spring and summer not so far around the bend, mini retreats and local oases are becoming increasingly popular for people itching to get out of the house safely and spend a few days away.
From a houseboat to a secluded cabin, a treehouse or private island stay – here are six unique and unusual Airbnb listings throughout New England that still have some availability over the next several months. Nightly prices range from $175 to $350.
What do an agricultural inventor, a visionary sculptor and grocery-turned-bookstore owner have in common?
They re all Black New Englanders who you probably don t know much about – but definitely should.
Here are 10 individuals stories to learn during Black History Month.
Who helped organize the National Federation of Afro-American Women?
Ruffin is later credited with organizing the National Federation of Afro-American Women in 1895. She also convened the first National Conference of the Colored Women of America, which drew attendees to Boston from 14 states.
She was a founding charter member of the NAACP in 1910.
Today, Ruffin is among six influential women depicted in bronze busts at the Mass. State House.