Cut in food stamps brings wide worry – Boston Globe

Cut in food stamps brings wide worryBoston GlobeYet even lacking a full economic recovery, millions of needy families around the United States and in Massachusetts are losing a portion of their federal food stamp benefits this month. Massachusetts officials, community food banks, and advocates for …and more » More: continued here

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Simpler food stamp applications for seniors sought – Newsday

Newsday Simpler food stamp applications for seniors soughtNewsdayState and local social service advocates are calling on New York to simplify the food stamp application process for seniors, citing a study that indicates about 82,000 Nassau and Suffolk adults over the age of 60 are eligible for the aid but are …

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Chair said to be Bulger’s now up for bid on eBay – Boston Herald

Chair said to be Bulger's now up for bid on eBayBoston HeraldThe post-Bulger-trial murderabilia pitches are starting on eBay, with one seller offering what is purported to be James “Whitey” Bulger's perch from the Winter Hill Gang's Somerville headquarters. The anonymous seller — who is asking $9,995 — claims … …

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