I recently had the opportunity to read the Annual Report of the Racial Imbalance Advisory Council. I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for RIAC’s analysis and […]
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Sheriff’s opinion: Time for Biden to bow out of the race for president
“Blind loyalty is what Democrats criticize Trump supporters of doing in the face of Trump’s many flaws. But many Democrats are also now guilty of the same blind loyalty. … Many Democrats need to consider that their loyalty to Biden could help Trump win.” — Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux
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Essay: Collaboration critical to addressing hunger among seniors
Through mobile markets, local food pantries, and by being the only Massachusetts provider for the federal commodities program especially for seniors, the Greater Boston Food Bank is bringing fresh and nutritious foods directly to seniors.
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With reproductive rights in peril, Massachusetts sets an example
“As women nationwide are witnessing their fundamental rights diminish, we must continue raising our voices to advocate for accessible, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for people across the country.” — Julia Kehoe, Health Imperatives CEO
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Essay: Supreme Court rules for fishermen in observer case
“Congratulations to the owners, operators, and crew of these ‘little boats that could,’ and to the attorneys who believed in them, and the merits of their case.” — Robert Vanasse, Saving Seafood executive director
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Essay: Weighing in on George’s Gym, New Bedford’s anonymous landmark
Reader remembers it as a hotbed for strength training in a day and age when weightlifting was frowned upon, discouraged, and demonized.
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Essay: What the loss of the funding will mean for child crime victims
The Crime Victims Fund has assisted millions of victims of violent crime, sexual assault and domestic abuse in their recovery. In the face of devastating cuts, Children’s Advocacy Centers across the country including in Bristol County, are forced to make changes or shutter their doors.
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How will you use your tax refund? Here’s five impactful tips
No matter how big your tax refund is, the most important thing you can do is spend it wisely. It provides you with an opportunity to make a positive impact on your financial goals.
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Opinion: In memoriam of Blue Harvest — private equity giveth, and it taketh away
Private equity looks for companies in their strike zone that fit a certain profile, and in this case Blue Harvest was it.
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Women belong at the Feast: A call for inclusion
“Denying women the opportunity to serve on the committee sends a damaging message to the young girls and women in our community. It tells them that their contributions are not valued and that their aspirations are limited by their gender.” — Carmen Amaral, Women’s Fund SouthCoast
