Former CCC commissioner says it’s ‘less efficient’ after major reform
Shannon Brien’s comments come nearly a month after she sued the CCC and State Treasurer Deb Goldberg for alleged retaliation.
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Boston University president apologizes for removing Pride flags amid community backlash
Boston University announced this week that it will temporarily stop removing signs and flags from campus buildings following community backlash, particularly from people protesting the removal of rainbow-colored Pride flags. -
Local thrift, pawn shops say rising costs are driving more business
Boston area thrift stores and pawn shops see an uptick in customers looking for quick cash or inexpensive items as they struggle with high inflation and rising costs. -
‘I am connected to them:’ Artemis II mission inspires Mass. students to learn about space
Local teachers are using the historic mission to get students talking about science. -
40% of Massachusetts households had trouble paying for food last year, new report shows
The new report from the Greater Boston Food Bank says food insecurity has more than doubled since before the pandemic. -
Former Everett Mayor DeMaria faces state ethics probe
The longtime mayor, who last reelection last year, was accused last year by the state’s inspector general of taking improper bonus payments and concealing them. -
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In Cambridge, students pass it on through a human chain of kindness
At St. Peter School, “Pass the Parcels” turns donations into a lesson in community service and joy for those in need. Two school administrators joined GBH's All Things Considered to share more.
