West Boylston is buzzing with new projects. A big apartment complex called Gates Brook Place is coming to town. It will have 80 units, with a quarter set aside for affordable housing. The spot is near West Boylston and Pierce streets. The project will cost over $38. 7 million. The developer, Branded
A federal judge in Rhode Island has set a tight deadline for the Trump administration to release food aid benefits. The court's decision comes as a response to the ongoing government shutdown, which has put the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or food stamps, in jeopardy. The judge
In a heated debate, a prominent conservative figure criticized Democrats for prioritizing political battles over the well-being of Americans during the government shutdown. This criticism focused on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which were at risk of being delayed.
The current government shutdown is playing out differently than expected. Republicans initially thought they had a strong position, but things aren't going their way. Back in 2013, Republicans tried to defund Obamacare during a shutdown, but it didn't work out. Leaders like Mitch McConnell and John
In a surprising turn of events, the president is not getting his way. He thought the government shutdown would be over quickly. He believed his tough moves would make Democrats give in. But they haven't. Instead, Democrats are standing firm on their demands. The president is not happy. He's publicl
Houston is seeing a familiar sight: long lines of cars waiting for food aid. This time, it's not due to a pandemic, but because of uncertainty around SNAP benefits. The Houston Food Bank set up a large distribution site at NRG Stadium to help families in need. People started arriving before sunrise
Former President Barack Obama is making waves this weekend, rallying voters in Virginia and New Jersey for the upcoming governor races. His presence is a big deal, especially for Democrats who see him as a key player in turning out Black voters, a crucial group for their success. Meanwhile, Republi
The U. S. is experiencing major flight troubles because of the government shutdown. Air traffic controllers are not getting paid, and this is causing a lot of delays and cancellations. The situation is so bad that a special "Misery Map" is tracking all the problems at major airports. Since October
A big decision is looming for the Trump administration regarding food stamps. A federal judge has given them a deadline: either pay the full amount by Monday or make partial payments by Wednesday. This is all because of the government shutdown, which has left around 42 million people wondering when
Special education in the U. S. is facing a significant challenge. The current administration has decided to reduce federal oversight of programs that support over 8 million children with disabilities. This decision includes cutting staff and funding, which could lead to a lack of support for these s
