Beth
@mungersmurf.bsky.social
Boston area (Malden). Public transit. Higher Ed.
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The Boston Globe identified the companies in Massachusetts that employ the most SNAP recipients. A key stat: "In Massachusetts, 74% of working-age recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are employed, half of them full-time."
Full article: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/28/m...
Full article: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/28/m...
November 29, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The Boston Globe identified the companies in Massachusetts that employ the most SNAP recipients. A key stat: "In Massachusetts, 74% of working-age recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are employed, half of them full-time."
Full article: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/28/m...
Full article: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/28/m...
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Here in Boston, we believe in scientific evidence. We are a trustworthy source of public health information, and we will continue to disseminate accurate information to our local communities because that is what they deserve.
Learn more on boston.gov, mass.gov, or aap.org.
Learn more on boston.gov, mass.gov, or aap.org.
November 21, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Here in Boston, we believe in scientific evidence. We are a trustworthy source of public health information, and we will continue to disseminate accurate information to our local communities because that is what they deserve.
Learn more on boston.gov, mass.gov, or aap.org.
Learn more on boston.gov, mass.gov, or aap.org.
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Paying With Their Time: Increasing Traffic Congestion Erodes Benefits of Boston’s Fare-Free @mbta.com Buses - mass.streetsblog.org/2025/11/19/p...
November 19, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Paying With Their Time: Increasing Traffic Congestion Erodes Benefits of Boston’s Fare-Free @mbta.com Buses - mass.streetsblog.org/2025/11/19/p...
Too bad Sullivan Square is a major bus hub because it seems no matter what bus I take to get here I end up trapped in traffic for 30 minutes (109 via Washington or 89 via Broadway)
November 19, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Too bad Sullivan Square is a major bus hub because it seems no matter what bus I take to get here I end up trapped in traffic for 30 minutes (109 via Washington or 89 via Broadway)
MBTA bus tracking is down. It's like living in 2008. Again.
November 19, 2025 at 12:52 PM
MBTA bus tracking is down. It's like living in 2008. Again.
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Massachusetts folks: I made these stickers sharing LUCE's ICE hotline ☎️ 617-370-5023--they verify sightings and share confirmed info. Stickers fit 1"x2.6" label (Avery 5160). Image below or follow link for a full sheet. Print, stick every&anywhere. www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/7v098...
June 9, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Massachusetts folks: I made these stickers sharing LUCE's ICE hotline ☎️ 617-370-5023--they verify sightings and share confirmed info. Stickers fit 1"x2.6" label (Avery 5160). Image below or follow link for a full sheet. Print, stick every&anywhere. www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/7v098...
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More info on LUCE's ICE hotline here (☎️ 617-370-5023), including downloadable posters & wallet cards in many languages. Please share widely! www.lucemass.org
LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of MA
www.lucemass.org
June 9, 2025 at 4:37 PM
More info on LUCE's ICE hotline here (☎️ 617-370-5023), including downloadable posters & wallet cards in many languages. Please share widely! www.lucemass.org
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sharing this incredible resource created by a poster in r/boston: a map of local restaurants offering free or discounted meals to SNAP recipients
link: mysnapmap.com
link: mysnapmap.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
sharing this incredible resource created by a poster in r/boston: a map of local restaurants offering free or discounted meals to SNAP recipients
link: mysnapmap.com
link: mysnapmap.com
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Looking forward to learning all about how the right should move left to win elections tomorrow. They should maybe dye their hair pink, learn to love pronouns.
November 5, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Looking forward to learning all about how the right should move left to win elections tomorrow. They should maybe dye their hair pink, learn to love pronouns.
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this is a reminder that we dont have to settle for newsom in 2028
November 5, 2025 at 2:44 AM
this is a reminder that we dont have to settle for newsom in 2028
Proud of Malden this morning too 💙🩵
November 5, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Proud of Malden this morning too 💙🩵
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A massive result: Maine voters have rejected Question 1, a ballot measure that would have restricted mail voting and put into place strict new voter ID requirements. This outcome was no sure thing heading into tonight. The measure’s failure preserves current voter access in Maine, as 2026 looms.
November 5, 2025 at 3:17 AM
A massive result: Maine voters have rejected Question 1, a ballot measure that would have restricted mail voting and put into place strict new voter ID requirements. This outcome was no sure thing heading into tonight. The measure’s failure preserves current voter access in Maine, as 2026 looms.
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Normal people are just sick to fucking death of the cruelty and meanness
BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power
One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Normal people are just sick to fucking death of the cruelty and meanness
Holy SHIT
Everett's Carlo DeMaria, in a constant race with Quincy's Tom Koch to be the state's highest paid mayor, will have to find another way to make a living. www.wcvb.com/article/ever...
'Change has arrived': Van Campen declares victory in Everett mayor's race
"The people of Everett have decided to write a new chapter," Robert Van Campen said.
www.wcvb.com
November 5, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Holy SHIT
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If you have the means, join me in supporting Massachusetts food banks.
This moment will require every one of us coming together in support of our friends and neighbors. secure.actblue.com/donate/marke...
This moment will require every one of us coming together in support of our friends and neighbors. secure.actblue.com/donate/marke...
Support MA food banks
Make a donation to support food banks across Massachusetts
secure.actblue.com
November 4, 2025 at 9:36 PM
If you have the means, join me in supporting Massachusetts food banks.
This moment will require every one of us coming together in support of our friends and neighbors. secure.actblue.com/donate/marke...
This moment will require every one of us coming together in support of our friends and neighbors. secure.actblue.com/donate/marke...
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USDA has notified supermarkets they can't offer discounts to help out SNAP recipients.
"YOU CANNOT TREAT SNAP-EBT CUSTOMERS DIFFERENTLY THAN ANY OTHER CUSTOMER."
www.fns.usda.gov/snap/ebt/ret...
"YOU CANNOT TREAT SNAP-EBT CUSTOMERS DIFFERENTLY THAN ANY OTHER CUSTOMER."
www.fns.usda.gov/snap/ebt/ret...
November 2, 2025 at 10:51 PM
USDA has notified supermarkets they can't offer discounts to help out SNAP recipients.
"YOU CANNOT TREAT SNAP-EBT CUSTOMERS DIFFERENTLY THAN ANY OTHER CUSTOMER."
www.fns.usda.gov/snap/ebt/ret...
"YOU CANNOT TREAT SNAP-EBT CUSTOMERS DIFFERENTLY THAN ANY OTHER CUSTOMER."
www.fns.usda.gov/snap/ebt/ret...
Too bad the orange line isn't running to get there.
Open Streets Boston - Jamaica Plain is in full swing!! Happening until 3 pm! 😃🚶🏻♂️🚶🏻♀️🚲🛴🛹 #StreetsAreForPeople #Boston #openstreets
November 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Too bad the orange line isn't running to get there.
Winter farmer's market was not packed because there were no snap benefits to match. There was a long line of folks outside a nearby church, though. I assume for a food pantry
November 1, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Winter farmer's market was not packed because there were no snap benefits to match. There was a long line of folks outside a nearby church, though. I assume for a food pantry
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If you're worried about delayed SNAP benefits or don’t know where to turn for food assistance — call Project Bread's FoodSource Hotline. 📞 Call or text: 1-800-645-8333 or learn more 🌐 projectbread.org/foodsource-hotline
October 31, 2025 at 4:22 PM
If you're worried about delayed SNAP benefits or don’t know where to turn for food assistance — call Project Bread's FoodSource Hotline. 📞 Call or text: 1-800-645-8333 or learn more 🌐 projectbread.org/foodsource-hotline
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15 million Americans are going to lose their health care.
October 31, 2025 at 10:04 PM
15 million Americans are going to lose their health care.
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No those aren’t ghosts in the sewer, far scarier. Those are “flushable” wipes. They cause some serious backups in the sewer. #KeepWipesOutOfPipes #Halloween
October 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
No those aren’t ghosts in the sewer, far scarier. Those are “flushable” wipes. They cause some serious backups in the sewer. #KeepWipesOutOfPipes #Halloween
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Massachusetts SNAP recipients, keep $1 -- one dollar! -- on your card into November (Saturday) and your HIP benefits will be applied which can be used at farmers markets, farm stands, and mobile markets:
HIP program could help families impacted by the lapse of SNAP benefits
Western Mass News is getting answers on a local program that could still help families in need buy food.
www.westernmassnews.com
October 30, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Massachusetts SNAP recipients, keep $1 -- one dollar! -- on your card into November (Saturday) and your HIP benefits will be applied which can be used at farmers markets, farm stands, and mobile markets:
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This is Minnie. She let out her first ever puppy bark today in an effort to bravely fend off her own reflection. 12/10 (TT: minnieandme11)
October 27, 2025 at 10:57 PM
This is Minnie. She let out her first ever puppy bark today in an effort to bravely fend off her own reflection. 12/10 (TT: minnieandme11)
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What do these corporate donors expect in return for their money?
It looks like bribery for special favors from the Trump administration.
It looks like bribery for special favors from the Trump administration.
October 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM
What do these corporate donors expect in return for their money?
It looks like bribery for special favors from the Trump administration.
It looks like bribery for special favors from the Trump administration.