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Families in Massachusetts struggling to make ends meet will have a bit less to worry about this summer when school lets out, as Gov. Maura Healey announced her administration will provide food assistance payments to families who need it.

Alabama is one of several states holding onto millions of dollars in unspent federal funds meant to support low-income families, despite a growing need for assistance.

The 1980s and 1990s generally witnessed much slower growth in theIndex. If the 1989-1993 period had reflected the policies of1981-1988 and 1994-2001 periods, the Index would have decreased invalue. However, rather than fall, the Index appears to have resumedthe growth rates maintained during the Carter and George H. W. BushAdministrations.

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A recent investigation by Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio's office has turned up millions in public benefits fraud,

A recent investigation by Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio's office has turned up millions in public benefits fraud,

Early childhood care and education programs struggled to recruit, retain staff and meet labor costs before the COVID-19 pandemic. Then the worldwide shutdown made matters worse, as parents turned their homes into conference rooms, classrooms and day care centers.

April 7, 1934-April 12, 2024 Minot Paul Anthony Purdy, 90, beloved husband, father, dentist, veteran, avid traveler and skilled conversationalist, passed awa

Nebraska has kept $15.7 million in child support payments that could have gone to some of the neediest families. A bill would direct more of that money to those families.

Nebraska has kept $15.7 million in child support payments that could have gone to some of the state’s neediest families. A bill would direct more of that money to those