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Worcester to give tax break to housing project despite opposition
Opponents say the developer of the housing project doesn't deserve the tax exemption because it has violated local development regulations. -
Boston-area cafes and restaurants are staying open late during Ramadan
During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world fast from dusk to dawn. -
Former Worcester councilor found guilty of assault, not guilty of interference during ICE operation
The jury cleared her on the charge of interfering with police during a federal immigration operation last year. -
‘I’m crushed’: Transgender patients left in limbo after UMass Memorial canceled their surgeries
Some people had waited nearly a year for their appointments with a preeminent surgeon. Now, they don’t know what to do. -
Gateway to prosperity: What’s next for Massachusetts’ Gateway Cities?
Made an official designation almost 20 years ago, Gateway Cities are largely mill towns that were once the anchors of the state’s industrial past. The idea was to provide longtime residents and newly arrived immigrants a path to the “American Dream.” -
From churches to banks, urban school districts find creative ways to update facilities
Urban school districts receive less funding toward school facilities than their suburban counterparts, according to a new MassInc. report. Because of this, many get creative to get things done. -
Chelsea’s Verb Flow & Vision set the stage for an emerging arts and culture scene in the city
Verb Flow & Vision is a monthly spoken word, open mic and art show hosted at Kushala Sip in Chelsea. -
For people with limited mobility, Fall River fire renews fears: How would I escape?
Many of the residents used wheelchairs, walkers or were on oxygen and struggled to escape. -
Worcester leaders, community activists denounce Thursday's ICE arrest and police response
The YWCA of Central Massachusetts hosted a press conference addressing the ICE raid in Worcester on Thursday, May 8, 2025. -
El Taller says goodbye after more than a decade in Lawrence
The community staple will close its doors on May 12.