BOSTON — Pregnant individuals and new mothers could soon benefit from expanded physical and mental health care options under a sweeping maternal health bill the House unanimously passed on Thursday. Representatives say the legislation (H 4773) could stem the tide of deteriorating maternal health outcomes, particularly among people of color, by creating a pathway for […]
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VFW Auxiliary to Townsend Post No. 6538 recently honored
TOWNSEND — The VFW Auxiliary to Townsend Post No. 6538 was honored at the 2024 Department of Massachusetts Convention held recently, receiving numerous citations and monetary awards for its outstanding participation in and contributions to the programs of the National and State Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliaries. The Auxiliary, which currently has 105 members, is […]
Make your yard a healthy habitat for butterflies
SHIRLEY — Joy Marzolf has loved animals from the time she was a child growing up in New England and she would always take advantage of any outdoor time to explore nature. Now, she still loves to explore, but also to share her knowledge about wildlife, wildlife photography – and nature in general. Join Marzolf, […]
Community Calendar
Sunday, June 23 Kesajula Summer Festival: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road, Fitchburg. Enjoy games, entertainment, artists, a chess tournament, music, dancing, and a chicken barbecue dinner (cost is $15 for dinner). Reservations required by calling 978-407-9690. Monday, June 24 Nature Investigators – Exploring the Natural World Around You: 10 […]
Editorial: Legislature audit passage by voters would still face hurdle
As state Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s quest to pry open the inner workings of the Legislature moves closer to likely ballot approval, questions about her office’s legal standing to perform that review remain. The ballot question, along with initiatives to remove the MCAS as a high- school graduation requirement and give rideshare drivers the ability to […]
Bostonians explore past, future of school segregation on eve of busing order’s 50th anniversary
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.
