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immigration1 year ago

"Proposed Migrant Shelter in Boston's Trendy Waterfront District Raises Controversy"

An office building in Boston's trendy Seaport district is being considered as a new migrant shelter, following the closure of a community recreation center in Roxbury to house migrants. The Unitarian Universalist Association owns the building and is in talks with city officials about the potential use. The Roxbury facility is nearing full capacity, prompting officials to seek additional spaces to house migrants. Residents are seeking more information and expressing concerns about the proposal, while some criticize the influx of migrants and the lack of efforts to curb it.

via Fox News|
#boston#fort-point-neighborhood-association#immigration
local-news1 year ago

Roxbury's New Migrant Shelter Sparks Community Concern

The new temporary migrant shelter at the Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury has sparked both empathy and frustration within the community. Local businesses, such as the Caribbean restaurant Fort Hill Bar and Grill, are providing meals and necessities for the migrants, offering a lifeline after the pandemic. However, the shelter has displaced many community programs, leading to activists seeking a meeting with state officials. Despite the controversy, restaurant owner Norvia Pena, who empathizes with the migrants' situation, is finding comfort in providing meals to those who have also been displaced.

via CBS Boston|
#community-impact#local-businesses#local-news
social-issues1 year ago

"Controversy Erupts as Roxbury Rec Center Converted to Migrant Shelter"

The decision to house migrant families at the Melnea Cass Recreation Center in Roxbury has sparked both support and criticism from the community, with residents protesting the move, citing concerns about the impact on local children and programming. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey toured the facility, emphasizing the need to address the impacts of the migrant crisis. The shelter, set to house up to 100 families or 400 individuals, is part of efforts to provide long-term shelter for those in need, but has faced backlash from some residents.

via Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News|
#boston#community-center#migrant-shelter
politics1 year ago

"Logan Airport Migrants Find Shelter at Roxbury Rec Center"

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has converted a Roxbury recreational facility into a temporary shelter for migrants due to the state reaching capacity for emergency housing. The move has sparked protests from some residents, while others, including Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, have expressed support for the decision. The facility will provide 24/7 staffing, meals, security, and services aimed at stable housing, with a commitment to significant improvements. State Senator Liz Miranda has called on elected officials from other Massachusetts cities and towns to step up and address the shared humanitarian crisis.

via Boston Herald|
#emergency-housing#massachusetts#migrants
local-news1 year ago

"Massachusetts Governor Takes Action to Address Migrant Crisis in Boston"

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has opened a temporary migrant shelter at the Melnea Cass Recreational Center in Roxbury to accommodate the increasing number of migrant families in the state, stating that there was no other choice. The decision has sparked mixed reactions in the community, with concerns raised about the impact on youth and adult programs at the center. Mayor Michelle Wu acknowledged the difficulty of the decision and pledged to work with the state to ensure all options are considered. The shelter can house up to 400 people and is expected to remain open until May 31, with plans to provide funds for updates to the complex once the shelter is closed.

via CBS Boston|
#boston#local-news#maura-healey
business-civil-rights1 year ago

Roxbury Community Considers Legal Action After Fourth Walgreens Closure

The closure of the Walgreens in Roxbury has sparked concerns about access to healthcare in communities of color, leading community leaders to consider legal action against the pharmacy chain for disparate impact. Residents and officials, including U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley and state Attorney General Andrea Campbell, are calling for Walgreens to halt closures in Black and Brown neighborhoods and provide resources to affected communities. The closure has left residents, including those with disabilities, feeling abandoned and with limited access to essential medications and supplies. Walgreens has stated that it will assist patients with prescription transfers and waive home delivery fees for 90 days, but community members remain worried about the impact of the closure on accessibility to healthcare resources.

via GBH News|
#business-civil-rights#civil-rights#community
business1 year ago

Roxbury Community Faces Loss as Walgreens Closes Local Pharmacies

The closure of a Walgreens in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood has left the predominantly minority community without a local pharmacy, sparking protests and calls for the company to reconsider. The closure, part of a trend of store shutdowns, has drawn criticism from local residents, politicians, and community leaders, who argue that it disproportionately affects Black and Brown communities. While Walgreens has offered to transfer prescriptions to a location roughly a mile away, concerns remain about accessibility for residents without cars, leading to demands for solutions such as free home delivery and monetary damages for transportation assistance.

via WCVB Boston|
#business#closure#community
social-issues1 year ago

Roxbury Recreational Complex Transformed into Shelter for Migrant Families

Migrant families are set to move into the Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood, repurposed as an overflow emergency shelter, sparking concerns from the local community about the loss of programs for residents. The facility will accommodate families previously sleeping at Logan International Airport, with plans to relocate recreation programs and reopen the center as a recreational facility by June. Massachusetts operates under a right-to-shelter law but has capped the number of families it can house, leading to a waiting list and an expected $1 billion cost to taxpayers this year.

via WCVB Boston|
#boston#emergency-shelter#migrant-families
politics2 years ago

"U.S. Senators Rally to Save Massachusetts Walgreens Store"

Massachusetts U.S. Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren, along with Rep. Ayanna Pressley, are advocating to prevent the closure of a Walgreens store in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood, expressing concerns about the impact on the community's access to essential services. The representatives have sent a joint letter to Walgreens' CEO, questioning the decision to close stores in neighborhoods serving Black, Brown, and low-income communities without providing adequate notice or alternatives. Walgreens has stated its commitment to the Roxbury community and its patients, but the senators remain determined to address the issue and advocate for the affected communities.

via WCVB Boston|
#boston#politics#roxbury
crime2 years ago

Roxbury Shooting Leaves Man's Life in Jeopardy

A man was shot while sitting in his car near a Roxbury intersection and is being treated for life-threatening injuries at a local hospital. Boston Police received a ShotSpotter alert indicating gunfire and found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The police are interviewing witnesses to determine the motive behind the shooting, and there is currently no suspect description available.

via Boston Herald|
#boston-police#crime#critical-condition
natural-disasters2 years ago

Severe Weather Strikes New Hampshire: Tornado Confirmed, Thunderstorms Expected

A tornado has been confirmed in Roxbury, New Hampshire, with reports of trees and wires down in nearby Dublin and Marlboro. A funnel cloud was also reported in Keene. Route 101 in Dublin is closed due to debris blocking the roadway. The National Weather Service will survey the damage in the area on Friday morning. A tornado warning was issued for part of Hillsboro and Cheshire counties, but has since expired.

via CBS Boston|
#damage#dublin#natural-disasters