A toddler sitting on carpet, facing away from camera and looking at a teddy bear that has glowing red eyes like The Terminator, and a bionic arm.

Consumer watchdog: ‘Smart toys” put kids’ privacy at risk

November 30, 2023

On this Cyber Monday, a new report from Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group details how ‘smart toys’ with microphones, cameras or location

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MA ‘baby bonds,’ expanded tax credits aim to end racial wealth divide

November 16, 2023

Family·Health·News

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering legislation to create a statewide “baby bonds” program to help parents build financial assets and educational opportunities

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Home heating aid program in Mass. keeps families safe, warm

November 12, 2023

Family·News

Natural-gas heating costs may be falling but community action agencies throughout Massachusetts say many families will struggle to heat their homes this

Diaper Pilot Program Aims to Keep Families Healthy, Working

October 19, 2023

Family·Health·News·Youth

by Kathryn Carley, Commonwealth News Service Massachusetts groups will be part of a new federal pilot program to help low-income families ensure they have

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Consumer watchdog: ‘Smart toys” put kids’ privacy at risk

MA ‘baby bonds,’ expanded tax credits aim to end racial wealth divide

Home heating aid program in Mass. keeps families safe, warm

Diaper Pilot Program Aims to Keep Families Healthy, Working

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