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City of Boston to Host Its Annual Disability Community Forum on Thurs., May 8, 2025
BOSTON, Mass. /MASSACHUSETTS NEWSWIRE/ -- Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the Commission on Persons with Disabilities and the Disability Advisory Board have announced that the City’s annual Disability Community Forum will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. The event, held at Suffolk University Law School, is open to the public, with hybrid attendance options allowing participation both in person and on Zoom. To register for this event, please visit boston.gov/disability-forum.
Massachusetts’ Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Housing Development Incentive Awards to Create 1,256 Units
LAWRENCE, Mass. /MASSACHUSETTS NEWSWIRE/ -- Today, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus announced $27 million in Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) awards to create 709 total new units in 9 Gateway Cities across the state. This funding is in addition to the $27 million in HDIP funding awarded earlier this year. Together, HDIP awards made by the Healey-Driscoll Administration in 2024 will support the creation of 1,256 new housing units.
RECENT MASS. NEWS
Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces 2025 winners of its fourth international young artist competition
LOWELL, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) is proud to announce the winners of its fourth international young artist competition. Cellist William Suh won first prize, soprano Emma Robertson won second prize, and oboist Anqi Zhou won third prize. As part of his winning, Suh will be performing with LCO during next season.
Orlando Cela named 2024 Amplify Latinx ALX100 Honoree – celebrating Latinx leaders across Massachusetts
BOSTON, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Amplify Latinx has announced that the Lowell Chamber Orchestra's Music Director, Orlando Cela, has been named one of the ALX100 Honorees for 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates Latinx leaders across Massachusetts who are making an outstanding impact in their respective fields and communities.
New Children’s Book, ‘My Cow Stole My Kayak’ released by author Glen Liset
CAPE COD, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Glen Liset, a former advertising executive and seasoned storyteller, is thrilled to announce the release of his delightful new children's book, "My Cow Stole My Kayak" (ISBN: 978-1779412836; Tellwell Publishing; Feb. 2024). This engaging and whimsical story follows Kate Jones and her family as they embark on a wild adventure at the annual county fair, culminating in a hilarious and unexpected dilemma involving a cow, a kayak, and a perilous ride down a creek.
Nonprofit Beyond Benign and Dow expand their collaboration to advance Green Chemistry education in U.S.
WILMINGTON, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Dow (NYSE: DOW), a global leader in materials science, and Beyond Benign, a nonprofit organization focused on making green chemistry an integral part of education, announce an expanded multi-year collaboration. Building upon a foundation of cooperation, both organizations aim to advance chemistry education by empowering educators with the tools and resources to incorporate green chemistry into higher education curricula.
Avatar Construction Announces Hotel/Multi-Family Expansion for 2024: Grand Central Suites
WATERTOWN, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire/ -- Avatar Design & Construction, a leader in the construction industry, has announced the next phase of expansion in its Multi-Family & Hotel Design-Build Construction Division. Guiding this monumental growth is Chief Operations Manager Nazar Vincent, a visionary with a track record of executing innovative construction strategies.
Boston Mayor Wu Announces Call to Artists for $720K Investment In Public Art in BPS Schools
BOSTON, Mass. /Masachusetts Newswire/ -- This week (Feb. 21), Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture, in collaboration with Boston Public Schools (BPS) and with support from mural consultant Street Theory, today announced a Call to Artists for A Canvas of Culture: Boston Public Schools to help beautify and amplify the vibrancy of Boston's neighborhoods and schools by creating engaging and inspiring public art.
