Tomás\' Picks + Massachusetts Hispanic y Latino News & Info (Noticias)
November 10, 2009
Greater civic engagement will make Latinos a political force – This year’s elections in key Massachusetts cities have marked some important milestones for Latinos.
October 17, 2009
Less than a year after speaking at a Harvard University student conference, the head of an anti-illegal immigration movement had his invitation to speak at a similar forum tomorrow rescinded following a student uproar over his aggressive position on immigration. – Jim Gilchrist, founder of the Minuteman Project
September 21, 2009
Lawrence primary could produce Massachusetts’s first Latino mayor
August 21, 2009
Diana Maldonado, “The Other Wise Latina,” Makes History in Massachusetts’ Justice System
July 20, 2009
Salsa musician and actor Ruben Blades celebrated his 61st birthday Thursday with a nostalgic visit to his archive collection at Harvard University.
June 22, 2009
For Puerto Rican veterans, an honor years in the making – Korean War regiment (Army’s 65th Infantry Regiment) to be lauded in Worcester
June 4, 2009
Massachusetts Study Examines Hispanic Diversity – A study of how Hispanic 10th graders are performing on mathematics and English-language arts tests in Massachusetts compares the test scores of various subgroups of Hispanic students.
June 1, 2009
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Opens Vida y Drama: Modern Mexican Prints
March 19, 2009
With cash incentives, they save for college – Benefactor aids Hispanic families – La Vida Scholars program in Lynn, Massachusetts
December 12, 2008
Now in its second year, Boston’s Rock en Español Festival is still modest in scope and has yet to book a national headliner, but it’s a good opportunity to see up-and-coming bands, mostly from New York – Friday, Dec 12 9:00p to Saturday, Dec 13 1:30a at Center for Latino Arts, Boston, MA
December 2, 2008
The company that owns The Boston Phoenix alternative weekly has bought the Spanish-language weekly El Planeta, saying it hopes to attract a larger Hispanic audience in the Boston area.
September 17, 2008
A Massachusetts’ Senate fixture toppled – Sonia Chang-Díaz defeats embattled Wilkerson in primary – could become the first Hispanic woman in the state Senate
July 9, 2008
First Local Latino Baseball Series Begins – Boston – New England Latino Baseball Series
June 17, 2008
How minor league Latin players adjust to life in America – (specifically with the Boston Red Sox)
April 21, 2008
A Latino Professor at Harvard Law? ¡Si Se Puede!
February 25, 2008
Housing crisis hits immigrants in Massachusetts
February 21, 2008
For tots, Spanish as a second language – In ‘a smaller world,’ parents want their children to be bilingual – Massachusetts
January 23, 2008
WGBY wins grant for Latino program – teach Latino youth essential television, radio and online journalism skills – Massachusetts
January 2, 2008
As Change Agent, Yvonne Garcia Flexes Her Strengths – Boston
November 30, 2007
Professor Adriana Zavala revalues lesser-known figures in Mexican art – Tufts University
October 29, 2007
Boston music school sees upswing in Latin enrollment
October 23, 2007
GOP Finds Hot Button in Illegal Immigration – Special Election in Massachusetts Could Be Indicative of Democratic Weak Spot
October 22, 2007
Portrait of a Mexican muralist only scratches the surface/only goes skin deep – José Clemente Orozco – Boston
August 20, 2007
Driving while illegal: Immigrants worry about being arrested and deported – Massachusetts
It can take a village to send Hispanics to final home – The Boston Globe
July 23, 2007
Top Boston cop reprimanded for slur (against Hispanics)
July 9, 2007
Hispanics give new life to citys Scouting program – Lawrence, Massachusetts
May 29, 2007
Latin stars Santos and Solis receive a warm welcome – Boston
May 10, 2007
A networking group for Latina women – Boston’s Las Comadres chapter
April 18, 2007
Giovanna Negretti is leading a charge to give Latinos a stronger voice in state politics – Massachusetts
April 5, 2007
Feds sue Salvation Army, say 2 fired for speaking Spanish
March 30, 2007
Court’s demand for Spanish-speaking interpreters shows steady increase – Massachusetts
March 8, 2007
Arrests of illegal immigrants leaves their kids stranded at school and daycares – New Bedford raid, Massachusetts
January 21, 2007
In Boston, Hispanics press for cultural recognition
January 18, 2007
Great Scot Bagpipes, Spanish-style
January 9, 2007
Painting a picture of Puerto Rico’s early masters in Mi Puerto Rico show at Worcester Art Museum – Massachusetts
December 17, 2006
Clothes are their canvas – Hip-hop art is a growth business – for this Boston-Rican
