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City of Cambridge Unveils Multilingual Helpline for Inclusive Access to Services
The City of Cambridge has rolled out a new feature for its residents—one that speaks to everyone, quite literally. Officials announced the launch of a Multilingual Helpline this April, offering free interpretation services to ensure no one's left behind due to a language barrier. The goal, they say, is to foster an environment where all community members can access city services and resources with ease, right down to the comfort of their mother tongue.
Senate’s version of budget would reduce motel program room capacity by a third
The move is lawmakers’ latest attempt to scale back the expanded, pandemic-era version of the motel program. Read the story on VTDigger here: Senate’s version of budget would reduce motel program room capacity by a third.
Police: Petersburgh man drove drunk with child in car
A Petersburgh man is accused of drunken driving with a child in the car. State Police were called to a report of a fight in a vehicle on Taborton Road in Petersburgh on Saturday, April 20 around 5:30 p.m. Troopers found the empty car near the intersection with Kipple Road.
Around the Herd: April 24 to April 30 in Athletics
Over the past weekend, the baseball team faced their NESCAC rival, Williams College, in three consecutive matches. The first game took place in Williamstown on Friday afternoon. The Mammoths needed no time to warm up, as they quickly took a 3-0 lead after Ryan McIntryre ’25, Jack Sampedro ’25, and Luke Padian ’24 each struck RBI-doubles in the top of the first inning. Then, after quickly shutting out the Ephs on the defensive end, the Mammoths only added to their lead, scoring four runs, including a stunning two-run triple by Jack McDermott ’25. Although Williams replied with a single run in the third inning, Amherst only continued their rampage, winning 14-6 to end the evening.
Dead of Summer Music Festival to Feature Charity Disc Golf Tournament in Vermont this July
Dead of Summer Music Festival announced its featured charity disc golf tournament at Hunter Park in Manchester, Vermont this July. The event spans two days – July 13 and 14 – and sees a stellar lineup of performers from all over. Saturday July 13 is the main event...
Clarksburg Holds Information Session CPA Warrant Article
CLARKSBURG, Mass. — An informational meeting on the Community Preservation Act will be held on Wednesday, May 1, at 6 p.m. at the Clarksburg Elementary School. Voters at the annual town meeting on May 29 will be asked to approve adoption of the state law which will allow the town to collect a 3 percent surcharge on property taxes for use for affordable housing, open space and recreation, and historic preservation. A percentage of the funds collected by the town are matched by the state.
Buda, Rylander Key Hornets' Win at Lenox
LENOX, Mass. – McCann Tech’s battery was charged up Tuesday as the Hornets snapped a two-game skid with an 8-2 win over Lenox. Pitcher Lukas Rylander struck out eight and scattered five hits in a complete-game effort. And catcher Austin Buda went 3-for-4 with a double and a...
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