Commentary: Safety net programs are an engine of Massachusetts’ local economy

A critical factor in the debate over government resources is the economic consequence caused by delays or disruptions in ...
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ABCD collaborating with Boston-area nonprofit to support breast cancer patients

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As millions of Americans struggle with SNAP lapses, food banks are swamped with demand

At one food pantry in Boston, the spike in demand means there's now a two-week wait for some to receive food, stressing needy families as well as... As millions of Americans struggle with SNAP lapses, ...
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As millions of Americans struggle with SNAP lapses, food banks are swamped with demand

BOSTON — November is peak season for food banks and pantries — in a normal year. But this year, since SNAP food assistance has lapsed for 42 million Americans, the pressure on pantries is next-level. ...