‘We made a mistake’: After court tosses 2 ballot questions, attorney general defends her record
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Immigrants from Ghana who now call Worcester home are galvanized by the World Cup
As Ghana competes in the World Cup, Ghanaians in Worcester are using the tournament to celebrate community and identity.
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Pushing a ‘sacred rebellion,’ American colonists justified revolt with religion
Old almanacs and songs show how religious icons — familiar from ancient, sacred texts — helped legitimize a war effort for independence. -
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DNC leaders tour Boston as potential host for 2028 convention
Top local Democrats are pitching Boston as a safe, walkable city with historic significance. -
Check in at Framingham to fly through Boston Logan? Massport opens new ‘remote terminal’ next month
The Framingham facility will let passengers check bags and clear security before being transported to the airport on a secure bus. -
Why the state’s planting trees in people’s yards in Gateway Cities
“The resources aren’t there to put them back, which is a reason why we’re here operating in the city.”
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