Massachusetts and Connecticut join rest of US in lifting COVID-19 lockdowns

Connecticut and Massachusetts both lifted COVID-19 restrictions this week. It means all 50 states have now at least partially reopened following weeks-long shutdowns to stop the spread of coronavirus. Connecticut on Wednesday allowed the reopening of outdoor dining areas, offices, retail shops, museums and zoos, and outdoor recreation businesses. Massachusetts on Monday allowed manufacturing and construction to start. Offices, personal care services and retail businesses can start from next week. Currently, there are more than 1.5 million infections in the US and over 92,000 deaths.