Amanda Beland
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Boston, MA, United States
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Healey promises tax relief package by March 1
Healey said she's making "final touches" on a tax proposal which will likely include a child tax credit and tax breaks for seniors, renters and lower-income families. In her Radio Boston interview, she also discussed housing, the T and finding a new State Police leader. → Read More
Boston LGBTQ+ community steps up to lead reimagined Pride Month celebrations
Members of the local LGBTQ+ community say Pride is stronger than ever in 2022. It's the first Pride Month since the organization Boston Pride, which organized the city's annual parade, disbanded last July. → Read More
Thousands rally for abortion rights in Boston Common, show solidarity with other movements nationwide
Spurred by the recently leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court leaning in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade, thousands of protestors gathered at the Boston Common to rally and show support for abortion rights Saturday afternoon. → Read More
Mattapan seventh grader heads to national spelling bee after a 26-round nailbiter
Boston seventh grader Sulayman Abdirahman will advance to the national competition after correctly spelling "après." → Read More
Two women share what it's like living with endometriosis
We learn about endometriosis from two women who have the disease that impacts an estimated 1 in 10 women worldwide. → Read More
Boston businesses bid happy farewell to city's vaccine requirement, but some will still ask for proof of shots
Businesses say they are feeling renewed optimism after Mayor Michelle Wu lifted the mandate Friday that required people to prove their vaccination status to visit restaurants, fitness centers and entertainment venues. → Read More
How inflation is impacting food nonprofits and restaurants in Massachusetts
Inflation rose 5.3% in Greater Boston over last year. Most of the increase is to goods like food and gas, with energy prices increasing by over 30% in the city. All of this means more pressure on an economy already strained by worker shortages and supply chain woes. → Read More
Omicron variant arrives in Massachusetts as demand for boosters puts new pressure on clinicians
A woman in her 20s who lives in Middlesex County is the first confirmed case in Massachusetts. The woman, who had traveled out of state, had a mild case of COVID-19. → Read More
Take A Walk In The Woods: Tips For Hiking New England This Fall
Two seasoned hikers joined Radio Boston to share their tips on staying safe and hiking alone, as well as recommendations for where to hike this fall. → Read More
Do Sharks Have A Bad Rep? How To Stay Safe, And Appreciate, The Great White Shark
We discuss some of the ways we can stay safe this summer, and how we can learn to appreciate sharks as creatures beyond the gruesome headlines. → Read More
Do Sharks Have A Bad Rep? How To Stay Safe, And Appreciate, The Great White Shark
We discuss some of the ways we can stay safe this summer, and how we can learn to appreciate sharks as creatures beyond the gruesome headlines. → Read More
Local Fire Captain To Receive Special Profile in Courage Award For Work During Pandemic
Fred Freeman created a mobile health unit that continues to serve vulnerable residents in Hanover. → Read More
Vaccinating Boston's Homeless Community Extends To Those Living On City Streets
It's been about a month since those experiencing homelessness started getting vaccinated against the coronavirus. → Read More
People Experiencing Homelessness Start To Get COVID Vaccine, But Skepticism Remains
Pine Street Inn has employed so-called "vaccine ambassadors" to quell doubt among residents and staff. → Read More
In It Together 12/2/2020
We've spent a fair amount of time talking about the rough times we may be facing with the pandemic in the upcoming winter. But tonight, we heard about some of the more fun things the cold weather brings, even in a pandemic. We talked with Carolyn Stimpson, co-owner of the Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, which opened just over a week ago. The ski area is ready for a COVID-safe season. Then, we… → Read More
Looking Back On Police Brutality And Racism In Boston
In Boston, demonstrations against racism and police brutality are not new. → Read More
What To Expect On Boston's First Day Of School
It's new Superintendent Brenda Cassellius' first school year on the job. → Read More
Understanding The Threat Of Eastern Equine Encephalitis
This summer, the disease has been found in mosquitoes across the state. So far this month, four people have been diagnosed with the virus. → Read More
Landmark Boston Restaurant L'Espalier Closes On New Year's Eve
A landmark Boston restaurant is closing after four decades in business. L'Espalier is shutting its doors and it will serve its final patrons tonight. → Read More
Board of Health approves medical marijuana dispensary regulations
After no residents showed up for a scheduled public hearing, the Board of Health unanimously approved a series of medical marijuana dispensary regulations. → Read More