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5 days ago4 min read
Electrified Fairmount Line hailed as next step for transit equity
This article was originally published in the Dorchester Reporter. A Fairmount Line commuter rail train moved along the tracks at Hyde...
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mffcweb
Mar 62 min read
Registration Opens for Youth Bike Summit in Roxbury
This article was originally published in Streetsblog Massachusetts. Editor's note: the following article is an edited version of a press...
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mffcweb
Feb 275 min read
Here’s how to spend the perfect day in Mattapan
Dr. Geralde Gabeau, executive director of the Immigrant Family Services Institute, takes us through her perfect day in Boston’s Mattapan...
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mffcweb
Feb 183 min read
Different things to do in and around Mattapan this month
While Boston’s icy roads and freezing temperatures have kept many of us inside for most of the weekend, don’t let the cold weather keep...
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mffcweb
Feb 124 min read
Greenway keeps growing; $9m in funding will extend trail deeper into Mattapan
By Seth Daniel, News Editor at Dorchester Reporter Photo from published article/Seth Daniel. State officials are preparing to announce $9...
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mffcweb
Dec 3, 20243 min read
MFFC Receives $10,000 Grant for Greater Food Access in Massachusetts
Originally Published by Morning AG Clips on December 2nd, 2024 The Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition (MFFC) is one of 16 organizations...
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mffcweb
Oct 29, 20242 min read
Unlocking the Blue Hills; Bus Access to Green Spaces in Mattapan
Published October 29, 2024 This past week, MFFC brought the community together for a fun fall event in the Blue Hills! The Blue Hills,...
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mffcweb
Oct 15, 20242 min read
Shavel'le Olivier of MFFC Selected as a BBJ 40 Under 40 Honoree for 2024
Each year, the Boston Business Journal highlights excellent young professionals in the Boston Area Published October 14, 2024 The...
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mffcweb
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Woolson St Community Garden Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary!
Published October 10, 2024 This past Sunday, the Woolson St Community Garden celebrated 10 years! For the last decade, the community...
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mffcweb
Sep 5, 20243 min read
What Does Blue Bike Access in Mattapan Mean for Residents?
Published September 5, 2024 Just 30 minutes from the heart of Boston Mattapan has the unique gift of close access to beautiful blue and...
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mffcweb
Sep 5, 20246 min read
Mattapan faces unique health issues. One coalition found unique solutions.
By Kana Ruhalter + Arun Rath September 04, 2024 All Things Considered - GBH Young folks play a big role in the Mattapan Food and Fitness...
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mffcweb
Aug 26, 20245 min read
Meet the Young Leaders of Mattapan Who are Transforming Boston's Biking Culture
Published August 26, 2024 Each year Mattapan on Wheels brings together residents from across Boston to ride throughout the beautiful...
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mffcweb
Aug 16, 20248 min read
Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates Plans for Battery Electric Trains on Fairmount Commuter Rail Line
Originally Published by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 8/13/2024 $54 million agreement to advance acquisition of battery electric...
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mffcweb
Aug 11, 20242 min read
Youth Guides Help Steer Mattapan on Wheels Tours
Originally published by Harriet Gaye, Dorchester Reporter July 24, 2024 This Saturday (July 27), Mattapan on Wheels will make its annual...
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mffcweb
Aug 9, 20244 min read
Mayor Wu Announces Launch of Summer Meal Sites Across the City Providing Healthy Meals at No Cost to Youth
Published by the Mayor's Office July 17, 2024 The City of Boston also encourages residents to utilize the farmer’s market coupon program...
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mffcweb
Aug 5, 20245 min read
City of Boston announces health equity agenda to improve life expectancy
Originally published by the Bay State Banner By Avery Bleichfeld on July 18, 2024 For the 35 years she’s lived in Mattapan, Vivien Morris...
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mffcweb
Aug 1, 20242 min read
Boston selected to host national 2025 Youth Bike Summit
Published by WCVB on July 30, 2024 BOSTON — Boston has been chosen to host the national Youth Bike Summit in 2025, an event that will...
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mffcweb
Jul 25, 20248 min read
Atrius Health Equity Foundation awards $23 million to 8 organizations in Eastern Mass.
Published by MassNonprofit News Jul 24, 2024 The Atrius Health Equity Foundation has announced its largest investment to date: $23...
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mffcweb
Jul 18, 20244 min read
City of Boston Launches Heat Sensor Pilot to Fill Critical Data Gaps
Published by A Better City in their Heat Sensor Program Launch Press Release July 16, 2024 Partnership Between A Better City, The Boston...
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mffcweb
Jul 17, 20242 min read
Dance Fitness -- Is it for You?
Dance Fitness offers a fun and engaging way to get into exercise without the intimidation of high-intensity workouts. It's an accessible...
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