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BOSTON — Early education officials are pushing state budget negotiators to restore funding for agency operations and two programs eliminated under the Senate’s spending bill. Speaking during Strategies for Children’s weekly “9:30 Call,” Early Education…
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I’ve never considered myself a car enthusiast, but I have to admit—I thoroughly enjoyed the visit that only took me down the road a bit. Whether you love engines, history, or simply exploring something new,…
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During any response to a public school emergency, Hardy Allen can point to one pattern: “The first thing to break down is always communications.” That risk is especially high in rural areas, when multiple agencies…
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WINDHAM — Warde Senior Living was named a 2026 recipient of the Bronze Commitment to Quality Award by the American HealthCare Association and National Center for Assisted Living. The national award recognizes long-term and post-acute…
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On any decent summer afternoon there’s a good chance you’ll catch me just sitting still and watching. Our porch has a pretty good view of Elk Lake across the street. There’s an ongoing conversation as…
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LAWRENCE — The MassHire Merrimack Valley Career Center has moved to a new, convenient location in Lawrence to better serve residents seeking employment services and career counseling. The Greater Lawrence Community Action Council, Inc. and…
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BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey signed a transportation bill Thursday that delivers $300 million in annual aid for municipal road and bridge work while authorizing another $1.1 billion in borrowing and creating $3.2 billion in…
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CONCORD, N.H. — During any response to a public school emergency, Hardy Allen can point to one pattern: “The first thing to break down is always communications.” That risk is especially high in rural areas,…
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The Mother’s Day conversation went like this: “Mom, what do you want for Mother’s Day?” “Oh nothing,” she said. Birthdays, Christmas and other celebratory occasions went the same. … “Oh nothing.” It was like a…
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Tropical to temperate, arid to downpours June is proving to be a month of contrasts, so far. The lack of weather condition continuity makes deciding what to put into the bed difficult. Summer heat, present…
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