Their loved ones were murdered in Boston. On Mother's Day, they keep memories alive.
Boston is experiencing a lower number of homicides this year compared to last year. But for families affected by the violence, it's not enough. The Louis D. Brown Peace Institute hosts its 28th annual Mother’s Day Walk for Peace on Sunday.
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Women facing homelessness need specialized care, nonprofit leaders say
"We are serving an extremely vulnerable population," Women's Lunch Place Executive Director Jennifer Hanlon Wigon said.
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For $25, you can legally keep honey bees in Boston
The change to the city’s zoning codes was resoundingly approved Wednesday, opening up avenues for small-time residential beekeepers. -
Black women in Massachusetts invited to take part in groundbreaking cancer study
Providers and survivors say this is a step toward equity and turning around the high mortality rate for Black women with breast cancer -
In Boston City Council, disparate outcomes for two resolutions involving antisemitism
A procedural rule led to one being withdrawn. -
A comet will shoot across the skies this October
The comet will be visible to the naked eye in October 2024. -
Facing suspension, MIT protesters vow to maintain encampment
Student protesters say they’re determined to continue protesting despite the threat of suspension and vocal opposition from counter-protesters
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