COVID-19 deaths top 6,000 in Massachusetts; Baker touts new work protocols

BOSTON (AP) — The number of COVID-19-related deaths in Massachusetts has surged past 6,000 as the state’s economy begins to reopen. There were 128 new COVID-19-related deaths reported Wednesday, bringing the total number of deaths to 6,066 since the start of the pandemic. Massachusetts has recorded the third highest number of deaths of any state. TO OUR READERS: This content is being provided for free as a public service during the coronavirus…