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Transportation Op-Ed in Republican Today!

I’m pleased to update you about the Springfield Republican op-ed on public transportation that was just published, co-signed by Clare Higgins of Community Action Pioneer Valley, David Gadaire of MassHire Holyoke, Jessica […]

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Published on November 21, 2019.

On transportation, it’s time for leadership to protect our health and well-being

SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, November 20, 2019. Transportation is on the legislature’s agenda, and our representatives on Beacon Hill will soon be debating what needs fixing and upgrading, and how to pay […]

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Published on November 20, 2019.

Resource fair: Tackling homelessness through networking

Homelessness is an enormous but often hidden problem in our area, says state Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa, D-Northampton — but Monday morning, hundreds of people gathered to bring the issue to light at the […]

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Published on June 11, 2019.

State agencies, legislators discuss ways to end homelessness in western Massachusetts

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – Multiple state agencies and legislators gathered in Holyoke Monday morning for a workshop to end homelessness in western Massachusetts.

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Published on June 10, 2019.

Working to end homelessness: Legislators, providers to attend annual resource fair

Homeless support organizations, state agencies and providers from across the region are expected this Monday, June 10, for the third annual Western MA Homelessness Resource Fair for Providers at the […]

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Published on June 10, 2019.

Media on Ending Homelessness Event – 11/16/18

At our regional gathering on Friday, November 16, the Network released a report on Homelessness in Western Massachusetts : The Numbers, The Solutions, The Partnerships.   Over 150 leaders attended, including our […]

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Published on November 20, 2018.

Homelessness should be ‘rare, brief, and non-recurring,’ advocates say at Western Massachusetts summit

GREENFIELD — While it may not be possible to “end homelessness,” it is feasible to make sure that episodes of homelessness are “rare, brief, and non-recurring,” said Gerry McCafferty, housing […]

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Published on November 16, 2018.

Fighting homelessness in Berkshires remains year-round quest

PITTSFIELD — As snow approached Thursday, those who manage the Barton’s Crossing shelter prepared for a busy night of checking in guests and keeping peace in the building’s mazelike corridors.

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Published on November 16, 2018.

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