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Question 2 on Charter School Expansion Debated at Neighborhood Council

Posted on Author Matt ContiComments Off on Question 2 on Charter School Expansion Debated at Neighborhood Council

Question 2 on this year’s election ballot regarding Charter School expansion was debated this week at the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). Advocates for both sides were present at the meeting. Question 2 asks about lifting the cap on the number of charter schools in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. View the video to listen to the arguments.

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Posted on Author Matt Conti

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The Juicery Receives Support for Move to Salem Street

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New Greenway Gardens in North End Presented at Neighborhood Council Meeting

Posted on Author Amanda Stoll

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