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Weekly newspaper reporting on the political, economic, social & cultural issues of interest to communities of color. #blackpress #BlackOwnedSince1965.
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Happy Monday! Ron Mitchell explores "The State of Boston Strong" in this week’s editorial. Read more at baystatebanner.com!

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March 31, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Check out Franklin Park’s feature in The Bay State Banner!

Learn about Boston’s "urban oasis" and its deep community roots. Read the full story at baystatebanner.com

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March 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Happy Banner Monday!

Featured: "‘Curator of Joy’ brings art & sensory play to city youth!"

"Art should be accessible, immersive, and joyful." – Chanel Thervil
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March 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Happy Banner Thursday! Check out our newest issue!

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March 13, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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Check out Kate Hamill’s reimagining of The Odyssey in The Banner! 🎭✨
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March 11, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Join us Thursday, March 6 at 11 AM for GBH Amplifies at the GBH BPL Studio! Host Ron Mitchell leads a community conversation on Challenges to Healthcare in America with guests from Boston Medical Center, Dimock Health, and MassLeague. Free and open to the public!
March 6, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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This week, Editor-in-Chief Ronald Mitchell explores boycotting companies that abandon DEI commitments.

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February 28, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Happy #BannerThursday! 📰 "'It's not too late': Health commission pushes for more vaccination amid flu uptick."

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February 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Read about singer-songwriter Debo Ray's debut album in the Arts & Culture section of The Bay State Banner at www.baystatebanner.com or grab a copy at a street box near you!

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February 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Happy Banner Monday! Featured in this week’s business section: Andrew Alicea's Seaport Barbers! Read more at baystatebanner.com!

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February 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Happy Banner Monday! In this week’s business section: Ayanna Lott-Pollard’s leadership at Resilient Coders!

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February 17, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Happy Friday!

This week, owner André Stark explores healthcare in our editorial feature.

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February 14, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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Happy Banner Thursday! Check out our latest issue—front page: Trump admin. takes aim at diversity programs.

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February 13, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Read about Jim Rice and the Brockton Rox in The Banner Sports section!

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February 13, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Read about Witnessing Humanity—the largest-ever exhibition of John Wilson’s work—in this week’s Banner! Learn about the Roxbury-born artist at baystatebanner.com or pick up a copy in Boston.

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February 11, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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Check out this week’s business section featuring OneUnited Bank’s $50,000 Lift Up Initiative for first-time homebuyers!

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February 10, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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The Bay State Banner’s Week in Review drops every Friday at 12 noon! Watch the full episode NOW on our website and YouTube!

This week: school funding reforms, Mayor Wu’s affordable housing push, the Boston City Council race, and more!

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February 5, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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Read about Jesse Taitt’s upcoming performance at GBH Jazz Nights at the BPL Studio in the Arts & Culture section of The Bay State Banner!

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February 5, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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The Bay State Banner’s Week in Review drops every Friday at 12pm!

Ep 2 highlights the Neponset River cleanup as an environmental justice effort. Check out our content on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook!

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February 4, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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Happy Banner Monday!

This week’s business section covers 'Why some Mass. homeowners got sticker shock over property tax bills.'

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February 3, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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What a successful day at GBH Amplifies!

Missed the live tapings? No worries! Stay tuned for the episode tapings: 'The Year Moving Forward in Politics' & 'How Our History Informs Our Future' with Ron Mitchell.

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February 3, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Join us on February 3 for a community conversation with Ron Mitchel, Editor & Publisher of the Bay State Banner!

Recorded live at GBH’s studio in the Boston Public Library, GBH Amplifies features rotating hosts from local media & organizations!
January 31, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Happy Friday! In this week’s editorial feature, our Edior-in-Cheif Ron Mitchell explores Marcus Garvey’s legacy.

Read about it at www.baystatebanner.com and pick up a copy at a street box near you!

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January 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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The Bay State Banner’s Week in Review drops Fridays at noon! Tune in on YouTube and follow us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky!

In Episode 1: climate justice, health equity, Boston school closures, Ivy League basketball, and MLK Jr. celebrations. More at baystatebanner.com.
January 31, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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The Bay State Banner’s Week in Review drops every Friday at 12!

Be sure to tune in on our YouTube channel and check us out on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook for more BSB content!

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January 31, 2025 at 1:00 AM