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 Pearson’s Candy Company to shut down St. Paul plant
Pearson’s Candy Company told Minnesota officials it will permanently shut down the West Seventh Street plant and lay off about 80 employees at the end of September.
St. Paul Academy head resigns after parent sues school
Luis Ottley’s resignation comes after a series of controversies at the prestigious private school. Last month, a parent sued the school alleging leadership at the academy retaliated against him and his family by threatening to expel their child.
Some outreach workers warn closing St. Paul encampments will fracture vital aid networks
St. Paul city officials say three homeless encampments will be closed as the city and county get people connected to services. However, some camp residents and advocates say that strategy will disconnect people from vital communities and support networks.