Massachusetts housing policies

Concerns Over Proposed Cuts to SNAP at Food Bank of Western Massachusetts

News Summary The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts faces significant challenges with potential cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…

3 weeks ago

Massachusetts Faces Uncertain Future Amid Federal Funding Cuts

News Summary Massachusetts is bracing for significant challenges due to proposed federal funding cuts, which threaten higher education, research, and…

3 weeks ago

Massachusetts Crowned Most Expensive State for Middle-Class Living

News Summary In 2023, Massachusetts has officially become the most expensive state for middle-class living, surpassing New Jersey. A middle-class…

3 weeks ago

Walgreens Shutters Locations Across Massachusetts: What You Need to Know

News Summary Walgreens is set to close nine locations across Massachusetts as part of its cost-cutting strategy. The closures include…

3 weeks ago

Boston’s Office Buildings Converted into Residential Units

News Summary Boston is tackling its housing crisis by converting vacant office buildings into residential units. With a 20% vacancy…

4 weeks ago

TD Bank Announces Branch Closures in Massachusetts

News Summary TD Bank is set to close six branches in Massachusetts by June 5, 2025, as part of a…

4 weeks ago

Costco Opens New Store in Sharon, Massachusetts

News Summary A new Costco store has officially opened its doors in Sharon, Massachusetts on March 12, 2025. This marks…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Faces Challenges from Illegal Tobacco Market

News Summary Massachusetts is witnessing a rise in illegal tobacco sales as strict regulations backfire. A recent report highlights a…

4 weeks ago

New Grocery Openings and Food Security Issues in Massachusetts

News Summary Massachusetts is seeing new grocery openings such as a national chain in Braintree and Holy Cow Ice Cream…

1 month ago

Springfield Faces Rising Energy Costs: What You Need to Know

News Summary Springfield residents are dealing with escalating energy bills, despite a 10% rate decrease set for March 2025. The…

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