Raising the Retirement Age is a Benefit Cut, CBO Finds Washington, D.C.—The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report showing that raising the Social Security retirement age to 69—as House Republicans have proposed—would slash benefits for hardworking retirees.The report finds that Social Security benefits would be cut by an average of 13 percent if the Republicans’ plan were […]
As a teacher, I know MCAS is crucial to ensuring we help all students succeed Getting rid of the graduation requirement would be a huge step backward for educational equity I AM A proud member of the Massachusetts Teachers Association. I’m also an educator in a diverse urban district, and strongly believe that teachers who have the tools, […]
NE Forests Recover Despite Conservation Funding Deficits Grace Wu September 26, 2024 These days roughly 80 percent of New England is wooded, but over 99 percent of the trees were planted within the last 100 years. Credit: Roddy Scheer. Dear EarthTalk: I live in Massachusetts and often walk in the woods. It seems as if there […]
Rep. Casey applauds House Speaker Shekarchi’s testimony before U.S. Senate on housing affordability STATE HOUSE — Rep. Stephen Casey lauded House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi for his impactful testimony before the U.S. Senate Budget Committee. The hearing, entitled “The Costs of Inaction: Economic Risks from Housing Unaffordability,” addressed the growing national housing crisis. Rep. Stephen […]
NUTCRAKER BALLET Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family! November 29th 2024, 2:00 pmNovember 29th 2024, 7:00 pmNovember 30th 2024, 2:00 pmNovember 30th 2024, 7:00 pmDecember 1st 2024, 1:00 pm Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission Experience the dazzling lighting and […]
Elizabeth Moreira Joins Mayor Donald R. Grebien’s Re-Election Campaign as New Campaign Manager Former House District 58 Candidate Brings Community-Centered Vision to Mayoral Campaign Pawtucket, RI — Mayor Donald R. Grebien is pleased to announce that Elizabeth Moreira, a passionate community advocate and recent candidate for House District 58, has been named campaign coordinator for […]
What: Sounds of Harmony Gong Meditation & Sound Experience When: October 13th 4:00 – 5:30 PM Where: The Meeting House 3850 Main Road Tiverton, RI 02878 Admission: $25 Register at FourCornersArts.org The Four Corners Arts Center is pleased to present Sounds of Harmony! Join us at The Meeting House in Tiverton Four Corners to experience the subtle […]
Atwater – Donnelly Trio CONCERT When: November 2nd 4PM Where: The Meeting House, 3850 Main Road, Tiverton Four Corners, RI 02878 Admission: General Admission Tickets are $25.00 *Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by visiting FourCornersArts.org The Atwater-Donnelly Trio performs a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and percussive dance. Rhode Islanders Elwood Donnelly, Aubrey Atwater, and Cathy […]
