People in Sutton, Massachusetts, have been scrambling to overcome language barriers and provide basic necessities for around 125 migrants who arrived over a week ago with little notice from the state. Massport confirmed a “large group of migrants” landed at Boston’s Logan Airport overnight on Saturday, Aug. 26 into Sunday, Aug. 27. They were transported to the welcome centers in…
“There needs to be more communication," said State Rep. Joseph McKenna, whose office was included in communications between state officials and the town."There needs to be a direct line to the various state agencies and some assurances that the state will fiscally help the towns because the town budgets are already tight."
McKenna is now calling on the state to improve communication, provide more support and reimburse the town for costs associated with caring for the families. “That lack of communication upfront has been really detrimental and has put the town behind the eight ball and trying to make sure that their planning is in place," McKenna said."The email actually said we don't have the means to provide support. So it really was, 'The families will be coming. Do your best.'”
Meanwhile, the migrants are relying on the kindness of others for a lot of necessities. The state is providing lunch and dinner, but breakfast, health care and personal hygiene supplies are coming from people like Bill and Ann Frederick. They posted on Facebook asking for help from others in town and quickly found answers at their doorstep -- donations like diapers, school supplies and toys for the children.
The small town of Sutton has been scrambling to care for approximately 125 migrants. More than 30 families arrived over a week ago with little notice from the state. We’re live with how the community is coming together to help on
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