Boston youth orchestra finds new, single home
The building, originally the Sunday school for the First Church of Christ, Scientist, will serve as a home and rehearsal space for the BYSO’s six ensembles.

Growing coalition voices opposition to Shattuck plan
Neighbors say city unable to manage current drug use in park

Education leaders applaud state guidance on student diversity
More transfers from community colleges is one goal

Tuesday’s election raises the prospects in Boston, Brockton
Candidates of color in both cities could shift racial power balance in government

Tips to help turn your hobby into a profitable business
Many people are fortunate enough to have hobbies that bring them joy, satisfaction, and a sense of accomplishment.

Maine mass shooting reflects years of gun control inaction
We must consider this tragedy in the context of current world events. We must start thinking about how everything is interconnected.

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Steel mills can steal from the least powerful
U.S. Steel gave birth to Gary, Indiana, in 1906. The city, named after a chairman of the corporation’s board, started as housing for steelworkers.

IN THE NEWS
Duncan’s law practice in Springfield had focused on criminal defense, juvenile and landlord-tenant cases in Hampden County Superior Court and U.S. District Court, both in Springfield.

Why we should change the name of Faneuil Hall
The resolution was filed and successfully guided to passage, 10-3, under the fearless leadership of Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson of Roxbury.

Hip-hop takes center stage at Black New England Conference
Thorpe made his remarks during the 17th Annual Black New England Conference last month, themed “I, Too, Sing: Art, Music and Writing in our BIPOC Communities.”

Developers of Color Summit focuses on equity, access
Developers and real estate practitioners shared personal perspectives and stories of overcoming challenges in a “day in the life” panel moderated by Chrystal Kornegay, CEO of MassHousing.

An equitable clean energy transition starts with the Future Grid
With aggressive, nation-leading climate change, clean energy, and equity goals set by states like Massachusetts, we cannot wait to begin building for the future.

Fifty years of Sweet Honey in the Rock: Topical songs for times, trials and triumphs
Sweet Honey in the Rock, it just sounds good. So what is, who is Sweet Honey in the Rock? They are a dynamic, historical a capella singing group of women founded in November 1973.

Why is the news about Black people so negative?
Racist stereotypes persist in media portrayals of Black folks

Dimock Center to add new addiction facility
A new addiction treatment program in Roxbury will attempt to fill a citywide gap in substance abuse disorder care.

Black Teacher Archive reveals untold stories of the fight for education justice
Harvard repository aims to fill a gap in Black history

Madison Park Lady Cardinals win second city volleyball title in school history
“This is what a team should be, everybody pulling for everybody,” she said. “That thought is what makes us who we are — a championship team.”

Black QB leads Harvard to win over Dartmouth
Jaden Craig rushes for most of his team’s points

New exhibit at historic Old North Church
Angela Johnson, ONI Board Member, Catherine Matthews, Director of Education at ONI, and Dr. Jonathan Chu, Vice Chair of the ONI Board..

PAUL GOODNIGHT IN CONVERSATION WITH ARTIST Lucilda Dassardo-Cooper
This is the fourth in a weekly series presenting highlights of conversations between Boston artist Paul Goodnight and leading Black visual artists in New England.

Remembering Hollywood icon Richard Roundtree
Their son played on New Rochelle High School’s undefeated football team and, after graduating in 1961, attended Southern Illinois University on a football scholarship.

Philip Reavis Sr. Field ribbon-cutting
A ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for new Philip Reavis Sr. Field at Somerville High School was held on October 19.

OBITUARY
Mr. Christian lived a powerful life as the first Black man in many professional positions in his career in business.

‘The Real James Bond… Was Dominican’
Actor Chris Rivas explores the real man who inspired 007

Jason Moran curates multimedia exhibit on life of Louis Armstrong
Historic personal archives provide extensive material for ‘Here to Stay’

Book bans inspire new ballet from Abilities Dance
Family-friendly ‘Banned Ballet’ takes on oppressive policies targeting queer and disabled communities