Family homelessness has grown by 256 percent since 2006. At any given point 16,000 children under age 6 could be homeless. Horizons for Homeless Children focuses solely on the needs of the children through early education, play spaces and childcare.
Interview recorded on September 26, 2017.
Hosted by: Jenny JohnsonProduced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team
Concord New Hampshire is in the midst of several community building projects; including a downtown revitalization, affordable housing opportunities, a community center for youth to seniors and a new ice hockey facility. City Manager, Tom Aspell explains.
First term Manchester NH Mayor, Joyce Craig, joins Jenny Johnson to discuss top priorities that include tackling the opioid public health crisis, investing in education, increasing economic development and making city hall more accessible to constituents.
Quincy Asian Resources supports the building of new lives and fosters more informed communities. QARI CEO, Philip Chong, discusses core services helping the Asian community adapt to cultural differences, navigate daily life and adjust to life in America.
Reverend Steve Ayres, the Vicar of the Old North Church and Executive Director of the Old North Foundation, discusses the historical significance of the Church and the site as a top tourist destination on the freedom trail in Boston's North End.
New Hampshire State Senator, Jeb Bradley, joins Jenny Johnson to discuss top Senate priorities including; bringing Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing to New Hampshire, developing a renewable energy strategy and reauthorizing Medicaid expansion.
New Hampshire is bear country. Bird feeders, backyard chickens and unsecured trash are bringing more bears into residential neighborhoods. New Hampshire Fish and Game's, Andrew Timmons, shares tips for homeowners and outdoor enthusiasts when encountering bears.
Creating young leaders across all of Massachusetts' high schools with a fun filled leadership weekend at LaSalle College? Massachusetts Youth Leadership Foundation President, Joe Coliflores, talks about developing youth to become leaders and role models in their communities.
Interview recorded on September 12, 2017 at the Majestic Theater.
The YWCA helps transform victims of domestic and sexual violence into survivors. Women with no economic resources often go back again and again to abusers. The YWCA of Western New England offers a safe haven and a place for women to get back on their feet.
Interview Recorded on May 23, 2017 at the Majestic Theater. Hosted by Nathan O'Leary.
Many children just need the influence of a caring adult to change the trajectory of their lives. Big Brothers Big Sisters (CHD) has long been fostering relationships that can be critical to helping today's youth with the challenges they face.
Interview recorded on September 12, 2017 at the Majestic Theater.
Reverend Steve Ayres, the Vicar of the Old North Church and Executive Director of the Old North Foundation, discusses the historical significance of the Church and the site as a top tourist destination on the freedom trail in Boston's North End.
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