Community Calendar, News and Job Openings for residents and organizations
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In the Newsletter
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Public Health News and Updates:
NATIONAL
Her Neighborhood, Her Health
Appeals court refuses to lift injunction on immigrant 'public charge' rule
Biggest Ever One-Year Drop In Cancer Death Rates Attributed To Strides Made In Lung Tumor Treatments
Citizenship question not on census form, but lawsuits continue
The U.S. is putting asylum seekers on planes to Guatemala — often without telling them where they’re going
2019 was the second warmest year and the last five years were the warmest on record
Trump administration seeks to roll back Obama rule on housing
Why building density matters as much as building efficiency
Prescription drug overload: Critics fighting to curb an epidemic of medication side effects
Heavy marijuana users who started young drive differently — even while not stoned, study says
Exposing The Myth Of Plastic Recycling: Why A Majority Is Burned Or Thrown In A Landfill
How To Reduce Food Waste
SNAPing out of Food Insecurity
STATE
Immigrants in Mass. more likely to have attorneys
Amid spate of anti-Semitic attacks, Massachusetts allocates $1.5 million for nonprofit security grants
Health officials warn of nasty flu season
Senator Brownsberger: Setting Priorities for Rail
T $25m behind on contract pledge to union
The $64 Billion Massachusetts Vehicle Economy
MBTA hopes to expand bus garages — a first step toward more frequent service
It’s Mass General Brigham, not Partners
Fourth person dies in Massachusetts from vaping
Crowd turns out in support of Cambridge reps’ rent control bills
CITY
Walsh calls for big boost in school spending
Walsh Presents $500M Housing Plan — But Will Need State Support To Fund It
Marty Walsh wants half a billion for new housing. What would all that money buy?
Walsh wants big companies to help finance affordable housing
An Action Plan to Reduce Evictions in Boston
Boston Airbnb listings drop by a third after agreement kicks in
AT BOSTON IMMIGRATION COURT, ICE MUST NOW JUSTIFY DETAINING NONCITIZENS — REVERSING DECADES OF PRECEDENT
Boston immigration court approved 58% of asylum requests
Northeastern student from Iran removed from US before court hearing, won’t be returned
Julia Mejia’s first order in Boston City Council calls for ‘sanctuary’ schools after news of ICE seeing BPS incident reports
How Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia found her voice
State health officials confirm cluster of 7 new HIV cases in Boston
Harvard researchers say these habits can keep you healthy longer
New schools superintendent vows to set higher expectations in Boston classrooms, build trust
Bike, pedestrian advocates offer additional ways to boost traffic enforcement
The solution to Boston’s housing and congestion crisis? Western Mass.
FREE Boston Winter Fitness Classes
Who: Boston Public Health Commission
When: January 5 - May 1, 2020 daily
Where: Boston, MA
More Info: View class schedule here
ALLSTON-BRIGHTON
Allston-Brighton Mobility Study: Give Your Feedback on Draft Recommendations
Getting around Allston and Brighton could be different in the future. Here’s how it could change.
Two experts debate tunneling under Charles River
Share Your Story: I Can't Afford Allston-Brighton
Do you have a story to share about the rising costs of rent in Allston Brighton? Have you seen your rent rise to unaffordable levels? The Allston-Brighton CDC is collecting stories from residents as part of their "Homes we can afford" campaign. Send them a direct message, an email at in...@allstonbrightoncdc.org or tell your story using #CantAffordAB on Twitter!
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Volunteer and Job Opportunities:
City of Boston: Immigrant Integration Initiatives Manager
English for New Bostonians Workplace ESOL Coordinator and Teacher
Climate Justice Youth Organizer with Youth on Board
MPHA Development and Communications Manager
MPHA Public Health Policy Specialist
Brazilian Women's Group Community Organizer
$27.50/hour Census Jobs available!
Anyone age 18 and older, such as recent high school graduates, college students, veterans, retirees, military spouses, seasonal workers and people who are bilingual are highly encouraged to apply. People who already have jobs and want to earn extra income evenings and weekends are also encouraged to apply. The selection process begins this month, with paid training occurring in March and April. After paid training, most positions work between May and early July.
Multiple Openings at Charles River Community Health
Charles River Community Health Mobile Market Looking for Volunteers
Help sort, bag and distribute the shares.
Volunteers would be needed between 1:30pm and 3:30pm, and they could help for the shift, or a portion thereof. If you are interested in helping out, please call 617-783-0500
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- Immigration
- Adult Education
- Employment and Financial
- Parents and Children
- Food Access
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