It was 101 years ago on November 11, 1918, that World War I formally came to a conclusion on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month. Americans observed the first anniversary of the end of the…
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Letters
Keep the Trees in Mind Dear Mr Baron, chair JPNC Zoning Committee: I want to share with you some of my “takeaway” from the JPNC Zoning Committee meeting last held at Farnsworth House, especially as pertains to the proposal for…
Op-Ed: I Support Ed Markey for Senate
Recently my friend (and my City Councilor), Matt O’Malley penned a few words in the Gazette with respect to Joe Kennedy’s candidacy for the U.S. Senate. Perhaps for the first time since Matt took office, I will respectfully disagree with…
Op-Ed: Save Doyle’s
By Mary Battenfeld, Jacob Bor, Ed Burley, Ziba Cranmer, Melissa Hamel, Allan Ihrer, Kris Johnson, Mara Voukydis, Terry Mason, and Beth Meltzer “Save Doyle’s”? What does that mean? The beloved tavern closed its doors over one week ago, and the building’s…
Baker’s Plan Will Improve Health Care for All
Ever since 2006, when then-Governor Mitt Romney worked together with the state legislature to craft a landmark health care bill that served as a model for Obamacare a few years later, Massachusetts — which boasts the highest rate of insured…
Letters to the Editor
No Need to Change What Isn’t Broken Dear Editor: In 2019, the Costume Industry proposed National Trick-or-treat day on the last Saturday of October but still have Halloween on October 31. Worcester also proposed this. I personally don’t agree with…
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…
Let’s Keep in Mind the Facts About Health Care Costs in This Country
The issue of national health care is now front and center in the debate among the presidential candidates of both parties, with each offering their vision of what should be done about this important issue. Some favor a repeal of…
Op-Ed : Saving for Your Child’s Future Can Be Overwhelming, But Boston Is Here to Help
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh The start of kindergarten marks the beginning of a child’s educational future and here in Boston we believe nothing should hinder a child’s path to success. That’s why, in 2016, and in collaboration with Boston…
Letters
Implementation of Policies Regarding Immigrants is Important Congressman Stephen Lynch Washington DC 20515 Dear Congressman Lynch: At your August 22 Town Hall in Braintree, you gave a brief report of your trip to visit immigrant camps on both the Texas…