NightSide News Update. We kick off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! For one of our segments this evening, we will talk about the unique story behind All Saints Way in Boston’s North End!
Limiting Self-Checkout Stations in Stores… There is a new bill introduced in Massachusetts that if passed would limit the number of self-checkout stations at grocery stores. State Senator Paul Feeney introduced a bill limiting grocery stores to eight self-checkout stations and requiring a staffed lane for every two self-checkout machines open. When shopping, how often do you use self-checkout? How would you feel if this bill were passed and the number of stations was capped at 8 per grocery store? Sen. Feeney will join us this evening to discuss!
SNAP Benefits Impacted by Government Shutdown. Amid the ongoing government shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Benefits, that roughly a little over a million people in Massachusetts rely on, has been suspended by the U.S. Agriculture Department effective Nov. 4th. The state of MA is among a group of two dozen states that have sued the Trump Admin over this suspension. How can we best help and provide for those who rely on SNAP benefits? Dan has an idea that could at least temporarily help those in MA who rely on SNAP benefits, why not use the roughly over $8 billion rainy day fund to help residents in MA who need assistance? We'll discuss.
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