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.
Veterans and students stand during the singing of the National Anthem during the Veterans Day assembly at the Roosevelt Middle school in New Bedford, MA on November 10, 2026. PHOTO PETER PEREIRA
Veterans and students stand during the singing of the National Anthem during the Veterans Day assembly at the Roosevelt Middle school in New Bedford, MA on November 10, 2026. PHOTO PETER PEREIRA