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New Massachusetts Coronavirus Restrictions Start Friday

BOSTON (CBS) - New coronavirus restrictions in Massachusetts are set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.

Read: New Restrictions List

The new state guidelines include everyone over the age of 5 must now wear a mask in public even when you're six feet away from others; staying at home between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., unless you're traveling for work or to the grocery store; and limiting gatherings at homes to ten people inside and 25 people outside.

Some businesses will be required to close by 9:30 p.m. including gyms, casinos, liquor stores, movie theaters, zoos and museums.

Restaurants will be allowed to stay open past 9:30 p.m. but only for takeout.

Indoor and outdoor events at homes must also end by 9:30 p.m.

As of last week, 121 communities in Massachusetts are now considered high risk for coronavirus.

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