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Boston Housing Crisis: New law prioritizes converting city property into affordable homes

It’s been more than a year since The Pryde opened its doors in Boston’s Hyde Park neighborhood. And in that time, the former school building has become more than just an affordable housing option for older LGBTQ+ adults.

Boston faces its biggest economic threat since the industrial collapse

James O’Connell’s new book may not be everyone’s idea of a beach read. But if you’re interested in how cities rise and fall, and how global forces impact a region’s economy, it could be the perfect page-turner for your lakeside lounging this summer.

Public land could unlock 85K new homes in Greater Boston, report says

In some Massachusetts communities, the local government is one of the biggest property owners. That land could be key to reducing strain on the region’s housing supply.

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