Gov. Maura Healey reduced the cap on the number of families allowed in the state-run shelter system by 1,700 and released regulations that require applicants to the program to consent to a local criminal background check or be barred from receiving benefits.
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UMass Chan rescinds graduate admission offers, implements hiring freeze: ‘Unavoidable period of uncertainty’
UMass Chan rescinds graduate admission offers, implements hiring freeze: ‘Unavoidable period of uncertainty’
Stages: A round-up of shows and music for all ages and tastes is on this week
Lots is going on in the Stages world this week, and here are a few that stand out. But if you’re anxious to get out and about, and your favorite venue isn’t mentioned, check the website to find out what’s in store.
Eye on Art: ‘PANORAMA’ reception is Saturday and showcases works of over 40 artists at ALL Gallery
The Arts League of Lowell (ALL) presents its spring show PANORAMA: Cityscape, Landscape, Seascape in the ALL Arts Gallery at 307 Market St.
Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade will have earlier start, beefed-up security
“It was not as well behaved in the past last year, particularly driven by young intoxicated people in general and the fighting associated with it and we’re just not going to tolerate that this year,” Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox said.
3 Town Meetings, 3 different results as North Middlesex towns weigh in on budget override
Simultaneous special Town Meetings Monday evening in Ashby, Pepperell and Townsend brought mixed results as all three communities considered whether to enact overrides amid a tough budget season for the North Middlesex Regional School District.
