Artist Deborah Macy enjoys a good laugh at something David says as he works on his painting.  David Danis, who has Down syndrome, attends his weekly art class with local artist Deborah Macy at her studio in New Bedford, MA.
Heaven Robles, 17, and fellow New Bedford High School students protest the election of Ward 3 City Councilor Shawn Oliver after negative social media posts about trans people came to light.  PHOTO PETER PEREIRA
Heaven Robles, 17, and fellow New Bedford High School students protest the election of Ward 3 City Councilor Shawn Oliver after negative social media posts about trans people came to light.  PHOTO PETER PEREIRA