The town urges everyone to follow the rules so businesses can remain open
By Elizabeth F. McNamara
What could not be imagined six months ago – wearing a face mask at the grocery store, the ubiquitous social distancing stickers and signs, plexiglass everywhere – has become the norm during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most businesses have adapted, but it’s a mixed bag, with different concerns depending on the business.
“Some members are doing pretty good. They have not been affected directly by COVID. Others have been very affected,” said EG Chamber head Steve Lombardi last week. One thing he’s been hearing is apprehension about COVID coming back.
In an effort to support local businesses during this time, the Town of East Greenwich issued this message to residents last week:
Local business needs the community’s help as we all want our favorite shops and restaurants to remain open and successful. To accomplish this end, everyone needs to do the best they can to…
