Reformists sense momentum as new state legislative session begins
Massachusetts' House speaker and Senate president both say they’re open to major rules changes.
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New Brockton bookstore looks to build literacy, social networks
The Dr. Ellie Paris Social Bookstore and Ice Cream Cafe is one of several new independent bookstores that opened across Greater Boston area last month alone.
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
Carter led the United States from 1977 to 1981. -
Free community college faces ‘growing pains’
Enrollment growth has spurred need for hiring and additional student supports. -
Smoother travel expected this weekend at Logan and on Mass. roads
While no snow is expected, freezing rain is possible. -
Lawmakers send 16 bills to Healey's desk as session deadline looms
Legislators tackled topics ranging from school bus cameras to licensing dental hygienists who have worked in other countries. -
Kwanzaa kicks off with community events throughout Boston
Boston Public Library hosted two events on Thursday to celebrate the beginning of Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African heritage.
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