The Massachusetts Democratic Party works locally and nationally to encourage citizens to get involved in the political system, supports voter participation and advocates to get democratic candidates elected. Chairman, Gus Bickford joins Newsmakers.
Interview recorded on November 21, 2107 at Suffolk University.
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.
Northwestern MA DA David Sullivan discusses innovative ideas to fight the opioid crisis, programs to help quell domestic violence, student involved PSA's raising awareness of sexual assault on college campuses and criminal justice reform.
Film Intervening Getting High Team (F.I.G.H.T) is a youth mentoring program battling the opioid crisis through creative outlets. Founder, Johnny Hickey, shares how his personal experiences with opioids led to his film OxyMoron and the founding F.I.G.H.T.
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.
As liberty depends on freedom of the press and the printed word yields to electronic media, journalism must evolve with the times to sustain that freedom. Host Eric Clemons is joined by the publisher of Af-Am Point of View News Magazine, Frederick Hurst.
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