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Shocking Survey Reveals Young People Want Out of Boston - Here's Why

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Survey shows many young adults in Boston are considering leaving due to high rent costs, transportation issues, and more. Find out why!

Are young people fleeing Boston? A recent survey suggests so, citing issues like the high cost of rent, challenges in homeownership, limited transportation access, and concerns about pay levels. These factors are prompting many to seek greener pastures outside the city. Additionally, the acclaimed Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey, Pennsylvania, has been crowned as the top brewery tour in America, beating out Boston's own breweries. With reader-recommended dining spots in South Boston and the innovative 311 reporting app by the Boston Cyclists Union gaining traction, the city remains a hub of activity.

On a worrying note, the search is on for Ashley Drehle, a missing woman from Dracut last seen in Boston. This highlights safety concerns in the area and the importance of community vigilance. Furthermore, a concerning incident involving a 13-year-old girl breaking a rib in a classmate attack near a South Boston school raises questions about school safety protocols. Although young adults in Greater Boston are content with their lives, the desire for more housing options indicates a potential housing crisis looming in the region.

In related news, the Boston Police are seeking assistance in locating Ashley Drehle, intensifying efforts to find the missing woman and provide closure to her loved ones. The strong community support is evident, emphasizing the unity in times of adversity. With the city's diverse offerings, from culinary delights to technological advancements, Boston continues to be a vibrant and evolving epicenter of culture and innovation.

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Many young people ready to leave Boston area, survey finds (NBC10 Boston)

Some of the factors survey respondents addressed included the cost of rent, the ability to buy a home, transportation access, pay, and the ability to create ...

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Boston has one of the best brewery tours in America, according to ... (Boston.com)

The No. 1 brewery tour in America is Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey, Pennsylvania. “The only thing better than sipping a pint of your favorite brew is ...

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Where to eat and drink in South Boston (Boston.com)

Looking for a good South Boston restaurant? Readers suggested 14 of their favorite spots around the neighborhood.

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Boston Cyclists Union Promotes New 311 Reporting App ... (Streetsblog MASS)

“In Pittsburgh, we saw a massive impact from our app's One-Tap 311 Reporting,” said Armin Samii, founder and CEO of dashcam.bike. “Our users have had potholes ...

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Police looking for Dracut woman last seen in Boston Friday (Boston.com)

Ashley Drehle, of Dracut, was last seen March 8 in the area of Albany Street. She is described as white and about 5'05” with brown hair.

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Police looking for missing Dracut woman who was last seen in Boston (NBC10 Boston)

Police are looking for a 33-year-old woman from Dracut, Massachusetts, who was last seen in Boston.

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Mom says 13-year-old girl broke rib in attack by classmate near ... (NBC10 Boston)

An eighth-grader was injured in a fight a block away from the Condon School, a K-8 school in South Boston.

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Young adults in Greater Boston are happy, but want more housing ... (masslive.com)

While Greater Boston residents ages 20 to 30 are mostly satisfied by their lives in the area, about 25% say they plan to leave in the next five years, ...

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Boston Police seek public's help in finding missing woman from Dracut (Boston 25 News)

Ashley Drehle, 33, was last seen at about 6 a.m. Friday in the area of 725 Albany St., police said Monday. Police described Drehle as a white female, standing ...

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Boston's too expensive, so many young adults planning to leave ... (CBS Boston)

A quarter of young professionals living in Greater Boston intend to move elsewhere over the next five years, according to a new survey.

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Safety concerns at Boston school after mom says girl, 13, broke rib ... (NBC10 Boston)

An eighth-grader was injured in a fight a block away from the Condon School, a K-8 school in South Boston, last week.

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Boston Risks Losing Young Residents Amid Housing, Transport Woes (Bloomberg)

A quarter of young adults in Greater Boston are likely to leave in the next five years, citing a combination of high housing costs and transport challenges.

Public Improvement Commission (boston.gov)

Project teams and Commission members will be participating in this hearing primarily from remote locations. Hearing participants will be digitally connected ...

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Aliyah Boston previews potential WNBA pairing with Caitlin Clark on ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

Reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston breaks down Caitlin Clark's game and what it could look like if they join forces on the Indiana Fever.

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Aliyah Boston previews potential WNBA pairing with Caitlin Clark on ... (NBC Chicago)

Reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston breaks down Caitlin Clark's game and what it could look like if they join forces on the Indiana Fever.

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Aliyah Boston talks Women's History Month, March Madness ... (NCAA.org)

Aliyah Boston's favorite memories are from March. So are the ones she'd like to redo.

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'She tased me': Classmate allegedly used stun gun on girl in Boston ... (NBC10 Boston)

A report from the Boston Police Department says a girl's face was left bloody after a classmate used a stun gun on her at the Josiah Quincy Upper School.

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Police investigating fight between two students in a Boston school ... (Boston 25 News)

Boston Police are investigating a physical altercation involving two students, one of whom officials say was struck with an object and hospitalized, ...

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