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WCVB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Pine Street Inn’s Homeless Services


Topic: Investigative Reporting
Posted on 3/31/2019

Hearst’s ABC affiliate WCVB Boston is the year-long television partner for the 50th anniversary of Pine Street Inn, New England’s largest homeless services provider, which supports 2,000 men and women daily. In addition to airing PSAs, WCVB’s ‘5 Fixer Upper’ program will update kitchens, bathrooms, paint and furniture at one of Pine Street’s residences. Anchor Nichole Berlie will host the “Home Remedy Breakfast,” held May 2 to recognize Pine Street’s community impact. The effort is part of WCVB’s Project CommUNITY, which provides resources to those living in poverty and aims to break stereotypes.



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