Fort Point shelter plan shows state's developing strategy for migrants
The new Fort Point emergency shelter opened its doors for its first guests on Thursday night for about 20 Haitian migrants, including men, women, and several young toddlers.
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The new Fort Point emergency shelter opened its doors for its first guests on Thursday night for about 20 Haitian migrants, including men, women, and several young toddlers.
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