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There is a robust Muslim community in Concord, and March 10 to April 9 is the holiest time in the Islamic calendar—Ramadan. Many members of our community are observing Ramadan, often through daytime fasting. If you are not familiar with this practice, it’s helpful to know practical “dos” and “don’ts” when supporting our friends, colleagues, […]

March is gender equality month, and also includes the recognition of Equal Pay Day for women on the 12th. This day adjusts year-to-year, because it indicates how far into the year the average (median) woman must work in order to earn what the average (median) man earned the entire previous year (2023). This day brings