by James Fuccione | Apr 1, 2025 | News and Updates
The Mass Cultural Council announced $7.5 million to more than 7,300 Community-Based Projects across the state – several involve older adults and intergenerational activity. There are 329 local and regional councils (LCCs) that represent all 351 cities and towns...
by James Fuccione | Apr 1, 2025 | News and Updates
Governor Maura Healey signed An Act Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency. This legislation will permit state and local public bodies to conduct public meetings in a hybrid or remote format while also allowing participants at town...
by James Fuccione | Mar 26, 2025 | News and Updates
The Healey-Driscoll administration and the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative’s (MassTech) Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) announced $10,410,183 in grants to upgrade internet access in nearly 8,000 public and affordable housing across 26 Massachusetts...
by James Fuccione | Feb 26, 2025 | News and Updates
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) became one of the largest age-friendly regions in the country when they were recognized by AARP in 2024 for their commitment through their long-range regional plan – MetroCommon2050. Their recently released annual...
by James Fuccione | Feb 19, 2025 | News and Updates
With winter well under way, the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD) has released a new guidance page with all you need to know about snow removal and accessibility in Massachusetts, including: Why accessible snow removal is important to create safer, more...