Freedom Mass Statement, Transgender Law Qualifying for 2018 Ballot Measure, Reactions
Faith leaders and advocates to host conference on October 13 to discuss next steps on Transgender Law BOSTON—Today the office of the Secretary of the…
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MassEquality PAC Announces Endorsements
BOSTON – September 26, 2016 – Today, the MassEquality PAC officially announced its third round of endorsements for the 2016 Massachusetts legislative races. Candidates newly endorsed…
MA Gov. Baker Signs Historic Insurance Mandate to Cover HIV-Associated Lipodystrophy
No more suffering for lipodystrophy sufferers; will now be treated by insurance companies in the commonwealth By: Luke Sherman/TRT Reporter— After two decades of legal battles,…
Alan Cumming Opens Season at UMass FAC
Opening the season, actor, singer, author, and activist Alan Cumming brings his smash-hit stage show AMHERST, Mass.—Eat. Art. Love. That’s the theme of the UMass…
MassEquality & Freedom Mass On AG, MCAD Guidance Related to Transgender Rights Law
BOSTON, Mass.—In response to the release of official guidance by Attorney General Maura Healey’s office and the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) on implementing Massachusetts’ new…
Voguing Not Just About Striking a Pose, but Saving Young Lives
Voguing as entertainment with a twist: Saving Young Lives; Originally Run on August 4, 2016 By: John Paul Stapleton/TRT Reporter— Boston’s Finest New England Mother,…
Exclusive: Massachusetts Bill Provides Explicit Legal Protections for Transgender People in Public Spaces
It was not until the complete bill passed, with public spaces protections, that it seemed like a reality for Mass. By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor—…
MA Legislature Passes Insurance Mandate to Cover HIV-Associated Lipodystrophy
GLAD Applauds First-of-its-kind Legislation, HIV Lipodystrophy treatment now covered by insurance The Massachusetts House and Senate approved a bill late last night requiring insurance coverage…
In Wake of Gov. Baker’s Executive Order, LGBT Entrepreneurs Thrive in Massachusetts
LGBT Entrepreneurs now have more options and better opportunities to compete in the business world By: Luke Sherman/TRT Reporter— The LGBT business community is receiving…
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:…
WMA Women’s Fund to Participate in Historic WH Summit on Women and Girls,United State of Women
United State of Women, powerful women united asking you to join them in an effort to bring equality overboard to women and girls, watch the…
Planned Parenthood League of MA Encourages Young People to “Get Yourself Tested” This Month
Boston’s STD rates above national averages BOSTON—As part of the national GYT: Get Yourself Tested campaign, Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is encouraging young…
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…
Pride Season in New England: Maine, Boston, RI, North Shore, Worcester & More
By: Chris Gilmore/TRT Reporter— Every year The Rainbow Times puts together a story about the main New England Pride organizations, their scheduled events, themes and all…
6 Reasons Why Wanderlust Stratton is the Perfect Getaway
As soon as the calendar hits April, we can’t help but dream of the summer trips we’ll be taking. A picture-perfect getaway is equal parts…
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…
Poets for Life: Poets Respond to AIDS
A Benefit Reading for A Positive Place NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—On Saturday, April 9 at 3 p.m., Patrick Donnelly, 2015 – 2017 poet laureate of Northampton, Mass., will…
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…
GLAD is Now GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders
BOSTON—Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), the precedent-setting legal organization that has fought for LGBTQ and HIV rights for nearly 40 years, is announcing…
Mr. Connecticut Bear Announces Hotel Takeover for Summertime Event
Mr. Connecticut Bear Announces Hotel Takeover for Summertime Event MERIDEN, Conn.—Mr. Connecticut Bear, Inc., producers of the Mr. Connecticut Bear competition, announced this week that…
Biz Corner: Devereux Foster Care Seeks LGBTQ Parents
By: Christine Nicco/TRT Reporter— PITTSFIELD, Mass.—In 2014, there were more than 400,000 youth in the foster care system, according to the Adoption and Foster Care…
Cupid’s Corner: LGBTQ Couples Share the Secrets to Loving Relationships
By: Alex Gentile/TRT Reporter— As Valentine’s Day approaches, The Rainbow Times reminds readers that love is in the air. Nelson Roman and his partner Manny Hernandez;…
Mass. Senate Passes Pay Equity Bill, State Treasurer Goldberg Support, Other Reactions
BOSTON, Mass.—The Massachusetts State Senate voted unanimously to pass the Pay Equity Bill (S. 2107), An Act to Establish Pay Equity. The bill now heads…