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On July 22, the Healey-Driscoll Administration launched the Business Front Door, a first-of-its-kind platform that centralizes the incentives offered by the state to help businesses of all sizes, from all sectors, thrive in Massachusetts. This new platform provides a clear pathway for businesses to work with
the Team MA and enables a better coordinated response from state partners. At the Business Front Door, Team MA can help start, scale or grow businesses in Massachusetts and support businesses through every step of their journey.

• The Business Front Door (BFD) is a modern, user-friendly online platform that connects businesses to Massachusetts’ resources in a single destination.
• By visiting mass.gov/BFD, entrepreneurs and established companies alike can:
  • Access a concierge service that assigns them a dedicated “Navigator” from the Team MA staff, helping them find and apply for the right programs and funding.
  • Explore a dashboard with updated information about available grants, incentives, and programs.
  • Get help with permits, regulations, and other business-related questions.
• The BFD was developed in response to feedback from the Executive Office of Economic Development’s planning sessions, where businesses shared that state resources felt complicated to navigate.

Goals:

• Make it clear and simple for every business in the Commonwealth (and beyond) to get the
  support they need.
• Provide a single point of contact so businesses no longer have to guess where to go for answers.
• Drive business creation, growth, and job opportunities statewide.

Advisory: Boston, Chelsea

Temporary Overnight Lane Closures on Route 1 Northbound at Chelsea Viaduct

Overnight closures beginning Monday, July 7, from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. the following morning.

BOSTON/CHELSEA – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing overnight lane closures on Route 1 northbound where it passes through the Chelsea Viaduct portion, beginning on Monday, July 7, from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. the following morning. One lane will remain open throughout the closure period. These closures are expected to continue on a Sunday night through Friday night schedule.

These overnight closures are required to allow crews to complete maintenance work associated with the milling, paving, and application of pavement markings on the roadway. In some cases, MassDOT may require closures to continue through 7:00 a.m.

Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and advanced message boards will be in place to guide drivers through the work area. 

Drivers traveling through the affected area should use caution. 

All scheduled work is weather dependent and may be impacted due to an emergency. 

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to: 

• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions. 
• Visit www.mass511.com for real-time traffic and incident advisory information and to subscribe to text and email alerts for traffic conditions. 
• Follow @MassDOT on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions. 

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MassDOT Advises Travelers to Plan Ahead for Busy Fourth of July Travel 

Registry customer service locations closed Friday, July 4 
 

MBTA schedule adjustments in place 
 

Special hours for I-93 Boston-Quincy HOV lane 

BOSTON – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is advising travelers to plan ahead and expect increased volumes of traffic for the Fourth of July holiday period. If traveling, MassDOT recommends utilizing “real-time” travel tools, checking holiday schedules for public transportation, and planning trip departure times and routes based on available information.   

“Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest travel times of the summer,” said Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver. “MassDOT encourages travelers to plan ahead, expect delays, and drive safely to make sure everyone enjoys the holiday weekend.” 

All Commonwealth of Massachusetts offices are closed on Friday, July 4, including Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) customer service locations. Many RMV transactions can be done online: www.mass.gov/RMV. In addition, any resident who is a member of AAA can also make appointments at AAA locations for some Registry transactions. 

Using traffic data, MassDOT has created a travel forecast for the Fourth of July holiday period. The heaviest traffic is expected on Wednesday, July 2, and Thursday, July 3, with delays extending into the evening. On Friday, July 4, travelers are advised to avoid mid-day and afternoon travel due to expected peak congestion. Saturday, July 5, and Sunday, July 6, are also expected to see heavier traffic throughout the day, especially in the morning and afternoon hours. 

In addition, the MBTA has released the following information: 

• On Friday, July 4, bus, subway, ferry, Commuter Rail and RIDE trips will be fare free after 8:30 p.m.  
• Subway: The Red, Orange, Blue, and Green Lines will operate a modified Saturday schedule with increased service from 3:00 p.m. through the end of service. 
• Bus and Silver Line: All routes will operate a Sunday schedule.  
• Commuter Rail: All lines will operate a weekend schedule.  
  • Passengers should note that the majority of the last trains of the evening will leave North Station and South Station at their advertised times between 11:30 p.m. and midnight. If fireworks are delayed, trains will leave up to 30 minutes after the close of the fireworks. 
  • Passengers are encouraged to purchase the MBTA's special $10 Holiday Pass for unlimited travel throughout the day on July 4.  
• The RIDE: All RIDE services will operate a Sunday schedule.  
• Ferry:  
  • The Hingham to Boston Ferry will not operate. 
  • The Hingham/Hull/Logan to Boston Ferry will run on a Saturday schedule.  
  • The East Boston, Charlestown, and Lynn ferries will run on a weekend schedule.  
  • Winthrop and Quincy will operate on a weekend schedule on the combined Winthrop/Quincy route. 
• The Charlie Service Center will be closed on Friday, July 4. 

The I-93 Boston-Quincy High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane will deploy early for the holiday, opening at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, and 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3. The HOV lane will not be deployed on Friday, July 4, and will return to normal deployment times on Monday, July 7. The Sumner Tunnel swing lane will not be deployed on Friday, July 4, and will return to normal deployment times on Monday, July 7. 

For those flying in and out of Boston Logan International Airport, Massport is expecting an increase in passengers around the weekend. Travelers are urged to use public transit and HOV modes such as the MBTA’s Blue Line, Silver Line (which is free from Logan), and Logan Express. We suggest passengers download the free FlyLogan app to access information about the airport, flight status, purchase Logan Express tickets, reserve parking, order food for pick up, among other services. For more information about Logan Airport, please visit: https://www.massport.com/logan-airport. 

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to: 

• Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions. 
• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions. 
• Follow @MassDOT on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions. 

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Advisory: Somerville

Daily Off-Peak Lane Closures on Route 28 (McGrath Highway) Northbound from Broadway to Route 38 (Mystic Avenue)

Monday, June 30^th through Wednesday, July 2^nd – 9AM-3PM

SOMERVILLE – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing construction operations on the right lanes on Route 28 (McGrath Highway) northbound from Broadway to Mystic Avenue (Route 38) in Somerville for drainage installation.

One travel lane will be temporarily closed during work hours. All other travel lanes will remain open, and all lanes will be open during peak travel hours.

This work is part of a $12 million project to improve safety, update traffic signal systems, and enhance mobility for pedestrians and bicyclists along Route 28 and Route 38 in Somerville.

Appropriate signage and law enforcement details will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.  Drivers traveling through the area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to:

• Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.
• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real time conditions.
• Follow @MassDOT on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.