BOSTON (AP) – Governor Charlie Baker is facing increasing criticism of his handling of the COVID-19 outbreak at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home that claimed the lives of 76 veteran residents last spring.
The tragedy led to the removal of the superintendent of the state’s 240-bed facility and the signing last month of a $400 million spending bill to finance construction of a new home.
Critics say investigations have raised more questions than answers. Lawmakers are working on a bill they say will address the failings that led to the outbreak at the home.
By Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press
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