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Revisiting the 1976 film 'Network' on its 45th anniversary.

Revisiting the 1976 film 'Network' on its 45th anniversary.

Revisiting the 1976 film 'Network' on its 45th anniversary.

I want you to go to the window, open it, stick your head out and yell: "Im as mad as hell, and Im not going to take it anymore!" Network (19...

UpdatedMon, May 10, 2021 at 2:48 pm ET Reply A protest outside Braintree Town Hall Thursday over school budget cuts drew over 100 people, including Braintree Integrated Preschool teacher Kristina Lutz and Braintree grandparent Andrea Pagnani. (courtesy of Sarah Raad) BRAINTREE, MA — More than 100 people gathered outside Braintree Town Hall on Thursday afternoon to protest a proposed school budget that would cut dozens of teachers jobs. The protest saw parents, students and educators, calling...

Reply In the December decision by the states high court​, Supreme Judicial Court Justice Elspeth Cypher cited the grim toll of the pandemic, writing "reducing the dangers of COVID-19 is a significant government interest."​ (Jenna Fisher/Patch) MASSACHUSETTS — Its Monday, May 10. Heres what you should know this afternoon: The Boston Symphony Orchestra is currently evaluating and planning the July 4 Boston Pops Fireworks Extravaganza. The University of Massachusetts suspended the three fres...

Wicked Local Frank Hackett is still the choice to replace Judy Evans as Winchester superintendent when she retires in June, but details on his contract are still being worked out. The Winchester School Committee was scheduled to vote during its March 2 meeting on the contract, but School Committee Chair Brian Vernaglia said theres more to do. "We have an agreement in principle but the full contract is long and we are making sure both parties are comfortable with all the legal terms," he said. ...

Another characteristic Committee members noted was Hacketts ability to put others at ease. "I liked his sense of humor," Committee member Zeina Marchant said. "I thought that made the interview go quickly and really seemed to just bring out the best in all of us." His experience helping guide a Massachusetts school district through the COVID-19 pandemic was also key. "Helping people get through the pandemic is not just about helping them get through school," School Committee member Michelle Be...

Reply The Massachusetts School Building Authoritys Accelerated Repair Program aims to improve children and teachers learning environments, reduce energy use and help school districts save money. (Dan Libon/Patch) BRAINTREE, MA — Braintree Public Schools was one of 18 Massachusetts school districts to be selected for the states accelerated school repair program. The Massachusetts School Building Authoritys Accelerated Repair Program aims to improve children and teachers learning environments,...

UpdatedThu, Dec 17, 2020 at 10:42 am ET Replies(3) With more than 6 to 11 inches of snow possible across the South Shore overnight Wednesday into Thursday, here are some things to know about how the snow might affect you once you are all stocked up on milk, bread and maybe a few warm, holiday treats. (Rachel Nunes/Patch) BRAINTREE, MA — Just when you thought 2020 might let you out, many of you are about to get snowed in.With more than 6 to 11 inches of snow possible across the South Shore ove...