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hostile bench along commonwealth avenue

Hostile architecture remains an issue for Boston, Cambridge’s unhoused

Taylor Brokesh April 7, 2021
Self-proclaimed “Shlubs for Housing” removed armrests dividing benches in Cambridge train stops.
The COVID-19 pandemic posed additional challenges to Boston charities on Giving Tuesday, an annual day of giving back to those in need following the Thanksgiving holiday. COURTESY OF GIVING TUESDAY

Boston charities ramp up online fundraising for GivingTuesday

Claire Williams December 2, 2020
GivingTuesday, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global movement promoting acts of kindness and charitable donation. Charities around Boston typically host events, send out messages through social media and reach out to past donors to boost financial support.

Mass. Senate passes bill to assist homeless families currently in hotels

Daily Free Press Admin October 22, 2013

With aims to provide shelter for about 2,000 homeless families living in motels and hotels in Boston, the Massachusetts Senate approved a $94 million spending bill on Thursday to help offset the cost...

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