Prisoners' advocates urge Healey to address a backlog in parole hearings
Prisoners advocates say nearly 100 people who committed crimes as young adults will be ready for hearings in the next ten months following a court ruling.
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Boston reparations panel members are committed to their slow-moving work
One clear point of disagreement between task force members is public meetings — the panel has not had one since March.
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Life in plastic: Tupperware’s journey from ‘wonder bowl’ to American icon
Tupperware's roots are in Massachusetts, and its success can be traced back to a single mother who created the "Tupperware party." -
New development projects in Dorchester and the North End prioritize local businesses
Our local news roundtable discusses the MBTA's debt issues, the latest in the BlueHub Capital saga, and local businesses fighting against chain restaurants in Dorchester. -
Massport to invest $60 million to create electric shore power for growing cruise ship industry
The state-run agency says the plan is meant to reduce pollution amidst growing concerns about the industry's effect on local communities. -
One of 3 Massachusetts communities reach a deal with striking teachers
One of three Massachusetts communities have reached a deal with their striking teachers union, leaving two left to hammer out a final agreement. -
Patrick: Democrats erred by not talking to outsiders
The former Massachusetts governor says his party could learn from Donald Trump.
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