Here’s your chance to pick up tasty Girl Scout Cookies! First Priority Credit Union welcomes the Bradley School 1st Grade Girl Scout Troop 63615 on Saturday, January 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at First Priority Credit Union 100…
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Eastie Farm, GreenRoots Receive Environmental Justice Funding Dollars
Special to the Times-Free Press Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell recently announced the distribution of $475,000 to 12 organizations across the Commonwealth to aid in addressing economic, environmental, and health-related burdens. Included in that funding round were Chelsea-based GreenRoots…
New Balance Foundation Awards $9.2 million in Community Grants to Nonprofits
Special to the Times-Free Press The Boston-based New Balance Foundation (NBF) announced $9.2 million in grants to 52 nonprofit organizations serving the Merrimack Valley and Greater Boston as part of its 2025–2026 grant cycle. In line with its mission to…
Local Students Earn Academic Honors
Bishop Fenwick Freshman Isabella Santoro Honored with Fenwick FIRST Award Bishop Fenwick High School is delighted to recognize Isabella Santoro, Class of 2028, of Saugus, as a recipient of this week’s Fenwick FIRST award. A graduate of East Boston Central Catholic…
Boston City Council Welcomes Councilor Miniard Culpepper
Special to the Times-Free Press The Boston City Council welcomed Councilor Miniard Culpepper, who began his first term representing District 7 on January 5, following a recent inauguration ceremony. Councilor Culpepper represents the neighborhood of Roxbury and sections of Dorchester,…
Healey Announces Safety Reforms following Release of the ALR Commission’s Final Report
Special to the Times-Free Press Governor Maura Healey announced a comprehensive set of reforms to strengthen safety, transparency and consumer protections in assisted living residences (ALRs) across Massachusetts. This action follows the submission of the ALR Commission’s final report to…
The Museum of African American History Marks a Century of Black History Commemorations throughout February
Special to the Times-Free Press In 2026, Black History Week will celebrate its 100th anniversary. The observance was expanded into a monthlong celebration in 1970, reflecting the growing recognition of the importance of Black history and culture. To honor this historic…
State Fire Marshal Reminds Bars and Clubs of Sparkler Hazard
Special to the Times-Free Press State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine sent a notice to Massachusetts bars and restaurants regarding the fire hazard posed by sparklers, which are believed to have contributed to the tragic New Year’s Eve fire that…
Significant Drought Conditions Declared in Central and Northeast Regions
Drought conditions worsen in the Southeast Region, Nantucket County and Millers Basin, while conditions have improved in Dukes County Special to the Times-Free Press Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Rebecca Tepper has declared the Central and Northeast Regions have…
BPLF Hosts Free Estate Planning Webinar for Same-Sex Couples and Non-Traditional Families
The Boston Public Library Fund (BPLF) is proud to announce that it will host an online Zoom free webinar on Wednesday, February 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m., featuring Scott E. Squillace, Esq., for an in-depth program exploring the unique estate planning considerations…