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A female librarian shelves books with the aid of a step ladder.

Legislation aims to classify book bans as federal civil rights violations

December 21, 2023

Civil Rights·Government·Literature·News·The System

New federal legislation has been filed to counter the growing number of book bans nationwide by classifying them as federal civil rights

"A pen and ink with watercolor illustration showing a cozy meeting room with comfortable couches and chairs arranged in a circle for an intimate group discussion. In the circle, diverse women of color, some pregnant some not, are seated for a support group. They listen to a woman leading the discussion, a doula (not pregnant), distinguished by her knit shawl, bead necklaces, and dangling silver earrings, giving her a New Age vibe. The room radiates warmth and closeness.

BHS Partners to Launch Support Group for Expecting Women of Color

December 21, 2023

Family·Health·News

Berkshire Health Systems' "Embrace Diversity Birth Circle," in partnership with Springfield Family Doulas, addresses maternal health disparities. Focused on empowering women of

AI generated photo of a 20-something male farmer at a farmers market surrounded by CSA boxes.

Gift a CSA share, give a season of local, healthful food

December 15, 2023

Community·Farming·Food & Drink·News

Explore the benefits of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) memberships as unique holiday gifts. CSAs connect consumers with local farms, offering fresh, seasonal

Long distance exterior photo of front entrance of Walmart in Pittsfield, Mass, with an image of a woman overlayed with half-opacity.

Walmart goes full-on Scrooge: De-schedules 15-year store veteran, others, amidst holiday rush without explanation

December 8, 2023

Family·Holiday·Labor·News·The System

On "Black Friday," the Pittsfield Walmart sent home a beloved employee of 15 years with no notice and no explanation.

Massachusetts State House, Boston, at night.

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces 2023 Economic Development Plan

December 6, 2023

Economy·Massachusetts·News

The Healey-Driscoll Administration unveiled its draft economic development plan titled "Team Massachusetts: Leading Future Generations"

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