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Nearly 130 years after abolitionist, orator, and newspaper publisher Frederick Douglass addressed state lawmakers, the Senate unveiled a bust in the branch’s chamber honoring his legacy during a ceremony last week. Senate President Karen Spilka intentionally left two alcoves inside the chamber vacant in her quest to enhance the diverse representation of historical figures in

NORTH ANDOVER — Local, state and national figures will be honored on the North Andover Commons throughout February to commemorate Black History Month and honor those stories that might not

NORTH ANDOVER — Local, state and national figures will be honored on the North Andover Commons throughout the month of February, to commemorate Black History Month and honor those stories

R.J.M. Blackett’s new biography examines the life of the abolitionist, newspaper editor, activist, and globetrotter.

From hosting dances and plays to providing room and board for women going to local colleges, the League was one of the few places in Boston that offered comprehensive services for people of color, especially Black women.

The important legacy of women such as Ida B. Wells and Sojourner Truth resonates more than 100 years since women gained the right to vote.

The important legacy of women such as Ida B. Wells and Sojourner Truth resonates more than 100 years since women gained the right to vote.

The important legacy of women such as Ida B. Wells and Sojourner Truth resonates more than 100 years since women gained the right to vote.

The important legacy of women such as Ida B. Wells and Sojourner Truth resonates more than 100 years since women gained the right to vote.

The important legacy of women such as Ida B. Wells and Sojourner Truth resonates more than 100 years since women gained the right to vote.