I Support Jennifer Nassour Dear Editor: As a lifelong Democrat, I was prepared to oppose Jennifer Nassour’s positions when I have encountered her on public TV and radio in the past few years. I was, however, quickly intrigued by the measured, reasonable,…
Guest Op-Ed: Boston’s next Steps to Address the Opioid Crisis
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh In big cities and small towns across the United States, the opioid epidemic is tearing families apart. It is inflicting incredible pain, and it will have implications for years to come. In Boston, we’ve made…
Flaherty Gets Top Spot on The Ballot for November Election
Boston City Councilor At-Large Michael F. Flaherty’s name was drawn for the coveted first spot on the ballot in a public ballot drawing held by the City of Boston’s Elections Department. The ballot drawing, which was held on Thursday, October…
Take a Hike This Holiday Weekend
With all of the turmoil that is occurring both in our country and across the world today, it is no wonder that Americans are feeling more stressed out than at any time in our recent history. Although the economy has…
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Curtailed Freedom Rally Meets With Better Response This Year
Following the return of the annual Boston Freedom Rally Saturday, Sept. 21 to the Boston Common, the decision to scale it back to a one-day event this year from its traditional three days has been largely applauded. MassCann (Massachusetts Cannabis…