"Massachusetts Communities Rally to Support Migrant Families Amid Growing Concern"
Sturbridge town officials are calling for help in providing support to migrant families who are being housed in two motels in the town. They express concerns about the town's lack of resources and budget to assist the migrants, emphasizing that the responsibility should lie with the Commonwealth. While the state is currently providing medical care, food, and assistance with enrolling children in school, there are worries about what will happen once the National Guard leaves and the town is left without the necessary resources. Revenue loss is also a concern for Sturbridge, as the town heavily relies on tourism and hotel occupancy. Massachusetts has seen an increase in both residents and migrant families in need of emergency shelter due to the state's low rental vacancy rate.