Feature: Almost Banned, But Still in Business: Harvard Square’s Homeless Booksellers
Kenny and Frenchie, the proprietors of a locally famous—or infamous, depending on which side you’re on—bookstore tell the story of their tenuous history with Cambridge City Hall. Also discussed is Almost Banned in Harvard Square’s grand re-opening, which occurred on September 3rd. The couple still hasn’t been arrested, but time will tell if they will be allowed to remain in business. Stories by David J. Jefferson and Amanda Morley; Photos by Susan Hernandez
Local: Legislature to Curb Hospital Abuses of Mental Health Patients
This month, the State Legislature will vote on four bills designed to reiterate, elevate, and expand the fundamental rights of mental health patients to humane treatment in healthcare facilities. Information about how you can help is included. Stay tuned to the next two issues for follow-up coverage. Story by Amanda Morley
International: Building With Bottles
A small town in Guatemala pioneers a novel recycling effort, building homes with discarded plastic bottles, simultaneously providing shelter, reducing waste, and binding the community. Story by Angel Julajuj; Translated by David J. Jefferson
Whats Up: The Story of Beacon Hill’s Town Crier
Profile of Boston Common’s most vocal street newsman. Story by Adam Sennott
Also:
- A continuation of the Tales of the Troll series by Marc Goldfinger
- An update on Lynn’s homeless hate crime by James Shearer
- An expose of the nutritional benefits of tomatoes by Robert Sondak
- Soup kitchen reviews by The Clandestine Culinary Guy
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