The Rainbow Times Celebrates 10th Anniversary: Feb. 2007-Feb. 2017
The Rainbow Times’ 10th Anniversary When we first began this journey a decade ago, we never realized the many circumstances & opportunities that would present…
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The Generation Games: Everyone Can Play
International sport and recreation event comes to Salem February 3-5 for North American debut SALEM, Mass.—Mayor Kimberley Driscoll is pleased to announce that through a…
Massachusetts Getting to Zero Coalition Releases Plan to Eliminate HIV/AIDS in MA
BOSTON, Mass.―The Massachusetts Getting to Zero Coalition, led by the AIDS Action Committee, Fenway Health, and over 35 supporting organizations from the six health regions…
Overwhelming Election Day Victories for Supporters of Transgender Protections Law
As opponents of the law prepare to put it on 2018 ballot, voters have signaled support for transgender protections law, fairness BOSTON—Last night’s Election Day results…
Check your Medicare Health and Drug Plans, Open Enrollment
Now’s the time for people in Massachusetts with Medicare to check their health and drug coverage for 2017. Medicare’s open enrollment period began on Oct….
Police Charge 2 in Rainbow Times Explosion; Other Sources Report on Charges
The Rainbow Times explosion perps caught and reactions to it; watch the nightly news for more information SALEM, Mass.—Two individuals were charged with the explosion of…
Natural Living Expo Returns to Marlborough
MARLBOROUGH, MA – The 10th annual Natural Living Expo, New England’s largest holistic health and wellness event, returns on November 12th and 13th to the…
Transgender Protections Law, #TransLawMA, Goes Into Effect Statewide
#TransLawMA is now the law of the state and it fully protects transgender people BOSTON—Today full protections for transgender people in public places becomes statewide…
Update: $5K Reward Offered to turn in Hate Crime Perpetrators – Official Statement, Reclaiming Salem
Hate crime targets New England (Boston-based) LGBTQ newspaper in Salem, Mass. Update (8/27): Join Salem officials and community members as The Rainbow Times resurrects another newspaper box at…
[Updated] Gov. Baker Signs Bill Protecting Transgender Rights, Reactions
History was made today, when after much debate and legislative work, the transgender rights bill was finally signed by Mass. Republican governor, Charlie Baker BOSTON—Today,…
MassEquality PAC Announces Next Round of 2016 Legislative Endorsements
BOSTON, Mass.– Today, the MassEquality PAC officially announced its second round of endorsements for the 2016 Massachusetts legislative races. First-time candidates endorsed by MassEquality PAC include:…
Mayor Driscoll Kicks-Off Pride Month with Salem Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
Salem Pride at Riley Plaza, Friday, June 3, 10:30 a.m. Check out the photos of the ceremony here. SALEM, Mass.—Mayor Kimberley Driscoll, along with local officials…
Gov. Baker Says He Will Sign Transgender Anti-Discrimination Bill
Reactions from Twitter to the Anti-Discrimination Bill statement by the MA Governor can also be found below BOSTON—Today, after months of not addressing the media…
Mayor Kim Driscoll Submits Salem City Budget for FY2017
Mayor Kim Driscoll’s Budget focuses on needs of today, with vision for the future. Investing in public infrastructure, safe neighborhoods, and schools SALEM, Mass.—Mayor Kim Driscoll…
Updated: Massachusetts Senate Passes Historic Transgender Protections Bill
Bill now heads to a full vote in the House … Please check for Twitter reactions at the bottom of this story BOSTON—Today the Massachusetts Senate…
GLAD: Settlement with Catholic High School that Discriminated Against Gay Man
GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD) today announced a final resolution in the case Barrett v. Fontbonne Academy, in which a Catholic girls’ high school in…
Stop Misgendering Us: Trans Activist Demands Media Use Correct Pronouns for Trans People
By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— Evan Greer has had enough. The Jamaica Plain resident, fed up with the media’s consistent misgendering of transgender people, is…
[UPDATED] Gov. Baker May Be Evolving on Transgender Rights for BayStaters
Baker’s comments come as MA legislature considers action on transgender rights bill By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— BOSTON, Mass.—Under mounting pressure to sign the transgender rights bill,…
Easthampton Passes Resolution in Support of Transgender Protections Legislation
EASTHAMPTON, Mass.—Last night, the Easthampton City Council unanimously passed a resolution in support of SB 735/HB 1577, the bill that would ensure explicit statewide protections…
climACTS! Underground Celebrates Out & Proud Art with Incredible Performances and Live Fantasy Auction
BOSTON—The Theater Offensive takes its annual event down below this year in what promises to be the grittiest glammed-out underground party in Boston. climACTS! Underground will feature…
Planned Parenthood Pushes for Comprehensive Sexual Education Bill Passage in Mass.
By: Luke Sherman/TRT Reporter— Seeking to improve the sexual, emotional, and mental health of young Bay Staters, Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund of Massachusetts (PPAF) held…
Amherst, Mass. Selected for U.S. America’s Navy Band’s Tour
WASHINGTON—America’s Navy is coming to Amherst, Mass. one of 23 cities in 5 states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during…
Out of Character: A Candid Chat with Alex Newell
Glee star on questioning his gender, stealing church-choir solos and Red Lobster By: Chris Azzopardi*/Special to TRT— Maybe Alex Newell’s star-making moment – the Dreamgirls showstopper “And I…