NEW BEDFORD — During COVID-19, Magdalena remained working as an “essential” employee in the New Bedford fish factories, because the businesses were producing food for households around the country.
However, as noted in Essential But Excluded, a Marshall Project report published by The New Bedford Light in February, many immigrants working essential jobs in New Bedford were excluded when the population received federal and state compensation.
Recently, both Magdalena and thousands of workers previously excluded from pandemic relief funding are receiving checks for $500 from the state of Massachusetts in recognition of their work.
CEDC to open waitlist for six affordable apartments at the Capitol Theater
The renovation of the North End landmark will include one- and two-bedroom units for low-income families, as well as a community clinic, credit union branch, and legal assistance for migrants.
El CEDC abrirá una lista de espera para seis apartamentos asequibles en el Capitol Theater
La renovación del emblemático edificio del North End incluirá unidades de uno y dos dormitorios para familias de bajos ingresos, así como una clínica comunitaria, una sucursal de cooperativa de crédito y asistencia legal para migrantes.
Volunteer lawyers guide tenants at New Bedford Housing Court
South Coastal Counties Legal Services provides free services to low-income individuals who need legal help.