Boston celebrates Juneteenth; CEO of Museum of African American History discusses recent arson
Two weeks after an arsonist set fire to Juneteenth celebrations at the museum, Noelle Trent says threats against Black institutions are an unfortunate reality ‘when you dare to tell the truth.’
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Healey throws support behind happy hour in pursuit of 'vibrancy'
Healey said on WEEI 93.7 FM that she “personally” supports happy hour — which allows for specifically discounted alcohol prices, but is illegal in Massachusetts. -
Hampshire College reverses course again, says it will remain open through end of year
After warning that financial challenges could accelerate its closure, the Amherst liberal arts college says it has secured enough funding to stay open through the fall semester and support its teach-out. -
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‘His greatest legacy may be the courage he showed’: Barney Frank lauded at memorial service
Speakers included Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Gov. Maura Healey and Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. -
Mass. opioid overdose deaths fall to lowest level since since 2013
Overdose deaths, which claimed more 2,000 lives annually between 2016 and 2023, reached a record high of 2,364 in 2022.
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