Editor’s note: This story is part of “Hard Times,” a special report by The Republican on the challenge of healing from civic trauma.For many felons, prison ends, but the damage doesn’t. They struggle with post-incarceration syndrome — a PTSD-like condition that makes rebuilding their lives...
Editor’s note: This story is part of “Hard Times,” a special report by The Republican on the challenge of healing from civic trauma.Yolanda D. Johnson is chief of student services for the Springfield public schools. (Matt Litman photo)StaffIn struggling neighborhoods across the city of Springfield,...
Editor’s note: This story is part of “Hard Times,” a special report by The Republican on the challenge of healing from civic trauma.Luis Antonio “Khalil” Rodriguez works out at Whitley’s Boxing and Fitness gym in Holyoke, where he now coaches. He has dedicated his life...
Dear Abby: I’ve been divorced for 10 years and have since remarried. I began dating my current wife nine years ago. I have four daughters, ages 24 through 37. Since the divorce, our relationships have been strained because my ex continues to hold them emotionally...
During the offseason, there wasn’t much debate. The Patriots most pressing need was to fix their woeful offensive line. Protecting Drake Maye was a top priority. It was one of Mike Vrabel’s stated goals during his introductory press conference as the new Patriots coach.Going back...
Editor’s note: This story is part of “Hard Times,” a special report by The Republican on the challenge of healing from civic trauma.From left, Janeyah Madera, Nichelle Rivera and Christopher Lora sit in Pa’lante Transformative Justice's kitchen at the nonprofit's home at 220 Linden St....
Dear Eric: Several years ago, my mother-in-law passed away due to dementia. During the time of her illness, my husband and I took care of everything, including selling her house, auctioning off her estate, dealing with her boyfriend who could never admit she had dementia,...
BOSTON — Lucas Giolito became just the second Red Sox starter in the past eight games to make it through five innings.The 30-year-old righty hurled 7 scoreless innings and allowed just six hits and two walks while striking out six in Game 2 of Saturday’s...
The Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix will take place on Sunday, May 25, at Circuit de Monaco in Monte Carlo. The race will start at 9 a.m. ET and will be broadcast on ABC. Fans can watch the race for free using DirecTV Stream or...
It’s time to grab your tickets and check to see if you’re a big winner! The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to rise after one lucky winner in California won $515 million in the March 29 drawing. Is this your lucky night?Here are Saturday’s winning lottery...
