On the eve of the 50th anniversary of Judge Wendell Arthur Garrity’s ruling to order busing to desegregate Boston Public Schools, Bostonians involved in the case and its legacy gathered at the the Moakley Courthouse to discuss the reality and impact of one of the most influential chapters in the city’s history.
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Breathing new life into the Grange Hall
ASHBY — The town is witnessing a revival of one of its most cherished landmarks – the Ashby Grange Hall. Nestled on the historic Town Common, this iconic building has witnessed centuries of life in the area, serving as a Town Hall, church, school, and social hall. Recently, a group of enthusiastic locals has banded […]
Sugaring Season at Old Sturbridge Village’s maple days (PHOTOS)
It may have been a little early for Massachusetts’ traditional sugaring season, when maples are tapped for sap to boil down to delicious syrup, but some young campers still got some first-hand experience in the art.
Concord residents, natives react to ‘problematic’ historic Massachusetts signs coming down
The decision to take down historical signs commemorating the founding of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in Concord is receiving some backlash from the community, with one resident saying the matter should have been voted on.