THIS WEEK’S MUSE LEAH JOHNSON “I write things. Sometimes those things are essays about pop culture and politics, and other times those things are books for children and young adults.” Leah Johnson is an American writer. Her debut novel You Should See Me in a Crown—published in 2021—was named on the TIME ‘100 Best Young Adult […]
Transit is Essential Statement on MBTA Service Cuts as a Result of FTA Safety Directives BOSTON (June 17, 2022) “MBTA Orange, Red and Blue Line service cuts are disappointing but not surprising to the riders, advocates, and employers who for years have been calling on state leaders to fully fund the system […]
Assembly passes Senator Cano and Representative Fenton-Fung’s bill requiring Asian American history and culture be taught in schools STATE HOUSE – The General Assembly today passed legislation (2022-S 2910A, 2022-H 7272A) sponsored by Sen. Sandra Cano and Rep. Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung which would require all public elementary and secondary schools in Rhode Island to provide […]
How to Pay for Your Home Improvements June 17 2022 You’ll probably want to improve your home at some point. It might be out of necessity if you need a new roof or fence — or you might want more space or additional amenities, like an updated kitchen or a swimming pool. […]
PAWTUCKET PARKS & RECREATION FREE SUMMER PERFORMANCES The Pawtucket Parks and Recreation Division is hosting a number of free performances throughout the summer through the generosity of the City of Pawtucket, Coastal 1 Credit Union, Bank RI, Butler & Messier Insurance, Courtesy Mitsubishi, Dave’s Marketplace, Dupuis Oil and Security Concepts. Performances will begin […]
Bacow to Leave Harvard Next Summer Posted June 15, 2022 By John O. Harney Comings and Goings … Bacow addresses Harvard commencement ceremony. File photo by Jon Chase/Harvard Staff Photographer. Harvard University President Lawrence Bacow announced he plans to step down next June 30, 2023, after five years at the helm of America’s oldest higher education […]
Biden’s rationing of Alzheimer’s treatments is just the beginning By Saul Anuzis The Biden administration just barred most seniors from accessing new treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease. The decision doesn’t merely cut off a potential lifeline for the roughly one in 10 Medicare enrollees afflicted with this deadly dementia. It also sets a precedent that […]
Let’s Put on a Show! Armand Marchand & George Charbonneau’s Life-Long Love Affair with Theater The Best of Times: Celebrating 30 Years of Leading the New Bedford Festival Theatre. George and Armand, center stage, flanked by returning performers from over 20 productions. Long before they met at then Bridgewater State College, partners Armand Marchand, ’66, […]
