Dorchester, Boston

Boston Health Center Steps Up Mobile Health Van Services as City STD Rates Rise

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
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ROXBURY, Mass., Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Whittier Street Health Center is tackling the city's minority population double-digit STD infection rates by expanding its Infectious Disease (ID) clinic and the use of its Mobile Health Van.

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  • ROXBURY, Mass., Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Whittier Street Health Center is tackling the city's minority population double-digit STD infection rates by expanding its Infectious Disease (ID) clinic and the use of its Mobile Health Van.
  • Whittier's main service areas of Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, Hyde Park, and the South End contain Boston's highest STD infection rates, according to the Boston Public Health Commission.
  • The mission of Whittier Street Health Center is to provide high-quality, reliable and accessible primary health care and support services for diverse populations to promote wellness and eliminate health and social disparities.
  • The health center also provides an on-site clinical partnership with Dana Farber Cancer Institute; dentistry; HIV services; laboratory; OB/GYN; pediatrics; eye care; mental health, and 40 social service initiatives.

Shawmut Design and Construction Doubles Down on Delivering World-Class Client Service as Firm Positions for Accelerated Growth

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Monday, December 9, 2019
Dorchester, Boston, Geography of Boston, Shawmut, Boston

The firm is doubling down on world-class client service by strengthening its leadership team with new roles as it positions for heightened growth, expecting to significantly beat its revenue record in 2020.

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  • The firm is doubling down on world-class client service by strengthening its leadership team with new roles as it positions for heightened growth, expecting to significantly beat its revenue record in 2020.
  • The new leadership structure will allow Shawmut to preserve proven sector expertise while adding deep regional presence and local resources.
  • Each new regional leadership role is assumed by seasoned, long-term Shawmut executives, whose individual contributions have directly impacted company growth.
  • And, to support the accelerated growth in the West region, Shawmut has recently opened its second California office.

Superhero-Themed Toy Giveaway Brings Magic of Play to Local At-Risk Children

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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DORCHESTER, Mass., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Local toy company volunteers put on their superhero capes and brought the magic of play to 250 at-risk children yesterday at a special Play Your Partevent hosted by The Toy Foundation , the philanthropic arm of the North American toy industry, in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester .

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  • DORCHESTER, Mass., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Local toy company volunteers put on their superhero capes and brought the magic of play to 250 at-risk children yesterday at a special Play Your Partevent hosted by The Toy Foundation , the philanthropic arm of the North American toy industry, in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester .
  • Earlier this year, Play Your Part exemplified the true generosity of the toy community with events held in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
  • More than 40,000 children in need were impacted by Play Your Part in 2019 alone.
  • Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester serves over 4,000 children between the ages of two months and 18 years each year.

The VIA Agency Wins Competitive Pitch for the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
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VIA won the business in a competitive pitch and will begin pushing out creative work in early spring 2020.

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  • VIA won the business in a competitive pitch and will begin pushing out creative work in early spring 2020.
  • During these uncertain times, were looking forward to shining a light on the Kennedy Library Foundations mission.
  • The VIA Agency will help support the launch of a new special exhibition at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library; an exhibition unlike anything that has been done before.
  • Together, The VIA Agency and the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation aim to bring visitors from the Northeast and beyond into the library and museum in record numbers.

Edward M. Kennedy Institute To Host Next Generation Of Leaders At Kid Convention

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
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"Kid Convention is a very special day at the Institute," said Sarah Yezzi, director of education, family and youth programming.

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  • "Kid Convention is a very special day at the Institute," said Sarah Yezzi, director of education, family and youth programming.
  • Two Kid Convention sessions will be offered on October 19: one at 10 a.m. and another at 12 p.m. with a range of activities included in each.
  • Staff at the Kennedy Institute become the candidates that the kids envisioned and discuss the issues suggested for debate.
  • The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic education organization in Boston envisioned by the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy.

Boston Public Schools Superintendent Praises Comcast Efforts To Help Bridge The Digital Divide

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Articles, Technology, Companies, Digital divide, Digital media, Economic geography, Social inequality, Technology development, Comcast, Dorchester, Boston, Boston Public Schools, Superintendent

BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.
  • "It is so important that all of our students have equitable access to technology and learning opportunities," said Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius.
  • The first event was at Dorchester's Martin Luther King School, during which local leaders highlighted the work being done to bridge the digital divide.
  • "We're proud to be partnering with Comcast to help close the digital divide here in Boston," added the Lamoureux twins.

Boston Mayor Walsh And Boston Public Schools Superintendent Praise Comcast Efforts To Help Bridge The Digital Divide

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Monday, September 9, 2019
Articles, Technology, Companies, Digital divide, Digital media, Economic geography, Social inequality, Technology development, Comcast, Dorchester, Boston, Boston Public Schools, Superintendent

BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.
  • "It is so important that all of our students have equitable access to technology and learning opportunities," said Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius.
  • The first event was at Dorchester's Martin Luther King School, during which local leaders highlighted the work being done to bridge the digital divide.
  • "We're proud to be partnering with Comcast to help close the digital divide here in Boston," added the Lamoureux twins.

Goya Foods Donated 2,500 Pounds of Food to Catholic Charities of Boston in Celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts

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Thursday, July 25, 2019
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BOSTON, July 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States, donated 2,500 pounds of food to Catholic Charities of Boston in celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts onWednesday, July 24, 2019, at 11:00 a.m.at Catholic Charities of Boston, located at 185 Columbia Street in Dorchester, Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, July 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States, donated 2,500 pounds of food to Catholic Charities of Boston in celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts onWednesday, July 24, 2019, at 11:00 a.m.at Catholic Charities of Boston, located at 185 Columbia Street in Dorchester, Massachusetts.
  • Catholic Charities distributes more than 2.5 million pounds of food each year through their network of food pantries.
  • The donation will go directly to Catholic Charities' food pantries in the South End of Boston, Somerville and Dorchester, and serve close to 4,200 people each week.
  • Goya has donated millions of pounds of food to organizations worldwide and continues to support over 300 organizations, events and cultural institutions.

John F. Kennedy namesake schools in five states selected to receive JFK Space Labs from Raytheon and John F. Kennedy Library Foundation

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Tuesday, July 16, 2019
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The following middle and high schools will receive a JFK Space Lab at the start of the 20192020 school year.

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  • The following middle and high schools will receive a JFK Space Lab at the start of the 20192020 school year.
  • Because each experiment is connected to the International Space Station, students can compare their JFK Space Lab experiment results with real scientists and astronauts in space.
  • For more information about JFK Space Labs and its complimentary companion program, JFK Space Labs Explorers, visit https://www.jfklibrary.org/jfk-space-labs .
  • About the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and John F. Kennedy Presidential Library
    The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization founded in 1984 to provide financial support, staffing, and creative resources for the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, a presidential library administered by the National Archives and Records Administration.

UMass Building Authority Signs Long-term Lease for Bayside Property

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019
University, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Education, Neighborhoods in Boston, Columbia Point, Boston, University of Massachusetts Boston, Dorchester, Boston, Marty Meehan, University of Massachusetts, Boston Harborwalk, JFK/UMass station, Katherine Newman, Bayside Expo Center, UMass and UMass Building Authority, Accordia Partners, Ares Management Corporation

Under the terms of the agreement with UMBA, Accordia Partners and Ares will enter into a 99-year ground lease with expected consideration of $235 million.

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  • Under the terms of the agreement with UMBA, Accordia Partners and Ares will enter into a 99-year ground lease with expected consideration of $235 million.
  • Among the many benefits to UMass Boston of the lease and development of the Bayside property is a significant infusion of revenue to fund the long-term goals of the campus, said UMass President Marty Meehan, who in 2017, with the support of the UMass Board of Trustees, requested that UMBA monetize the Bayside Property for the benefit of UMass Boston.
  • The Bayside development is a game-changer for our students and faculty, said UMass Boston Interim Chancellor Katherine Newman.
  • UMass has envisioned a development that will create a new gateway to UMass Boston and increase connectivity between the campus, the surrounding communities, the MBTAs JFK/UMass station and the Boston HarborWalk.