What is the Role of Media in Our Democracy? Is the media contributing to the division between the left and the right? How will Donald Trump’s Presidency affect news coverage? How (or should) the media respond to accusations that they are distributing “fake” news? Does the desire to appear neutral create an environment where false …
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Neighborhood Slow Streets proposal for North Allston
After successfully piloting a Neighborhood Slow Streets program in the Talbot-Norfolk Triangle in Dorchester’s Codman Square and Stonybrook in Jamaica Plain, the Boston Transportation Department is accepting applications for the next round of its Neighborhood Slow Streets program to improve roadway safety. North Allston is home to schools, churches, a library, parks, and senior housing. …
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Stand-Up for Safety and Civility — Hands Around the Pond at Belmont’s Clay Pit Pond
In the spirit of continuing to be a welcoming community, and acknowledging the recent increase in hate crimes across the Commonwealth and nationwide, residents of Belmont and surrounding communities are invited to Stand-Up for Safety – Hands Around the Pond on Saturday, December 17th from 1-2 p.m. on the Concord Avenue side of Clay Pit Pond in Belmont.
Senior Charlie Card Day
Senator Brownsberger is sponsoring a Senior CharlieCard Day on Tuesday, October 25 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Beech Street Center (the Belmont senior center), 266 Beech Street, Belmont, as part of the Senior Center’s Health Fair. Seniors age 65 or older can save a trip to the MBTA offices in Downtown Boston …
Meet Belmont
Please visit Senator Brownsberger’s table! 14th Annual MEET BELMONT! A community information fair Learn about town departments, schools, local government Discover recreation and arts programs Find community organizations, volunteering opportunities and other activities Register to vote Meet old and new friends Free and fully accessible Tuesday, August 30, 2016 6:00-8:30 p.m. Chenery Middle School 95 Washington Street Support the Belmont …
Thursday after Labor Day — An Election Day?
Thursday, September 8, the Thursday after Labor Day, is the date of the state primary election this year. Given that most people expect to vote on Tuesdays, a great many will miss this chance to exercise their rights. Why the odd schedule–and what would the alternatives be?