Massachusetts

Foreclosures in Massachusetts Decline in January

Date: 03/05/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

The number of housing foreclosures in Massachusetts dropped significantly in January compared to a year ago.

Date: 03/01/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

The school committee in Greenfield, Massachusetts voted Thursday night to close the Massachusetts Virtual Academy, the first online public school in the state.

Date: 02/18/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Today's Presidents' Day holiday is still officially called "Washington's Birthday" by the federal government, but it's commonly known as a celebration of all U.S. presidents.

Date: 02/14/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Members of Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick's administration continue to tour the state promoting Patrick's proposed budget for the next fiscal year, which begins July 1st.

Who Named the Storm "Nemo" Anyway?

Date: 02/08/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

By now you've probably heard the name "Nemo" attached to the winter storm that's hitting the region today.

MA, CT Travel Bans Lifted at 4 PM

Date: 02/08/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

But both Governors warned power to those who are without it is likely to take some time to restore.

MA Alcohol Control Board Says No to Happy Hour

Date: 02/01/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

The Massachusetts board overseeing alcoholic beverages released a report this week recommending the state keep its longstanding ban on "happy hour" deals in bars and restaurants.

Date: 01/29/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

A group of Massachusetts lawyers will hold a demonstration at the state house Wednesday calling on legislators to pass increased funding for civil legal aid programs.

Date: 01/23/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Massachusetts Treasurer Steve Grossman is pursuing legislation that would allow the state lottery to test online lottery ticket sales.

Date: 01/22/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

A Massachusetts chemist employed at a state crime drug lab in Amherst was arraigned Tuesday on multiple charges of evidence tampering and drug possession.

Date: 01/16/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

The applications and fees are in, and eleven companies are now officially vying for casino licenses in Massachusetts. That includes four competing for the single license in western Massachusetts.

Date: 01/11/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick announced a series of legislative proposals Friday to overhaul retirement health benefits for state and municipal employees.

Date: 01/08/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Newly-elected U-S Senator Elizabeth Warren opened a western Massachusetts office Tuesday in downtown Springfield. Warren says the office will be her link to the region.

Date: 01/04/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick has signed legislation that will give the state oversight of online-based public schools.

Date: 01/03/2013

Contributor: Henry Epp

Penn National Gaming and MGM Resorts, two casino companies vying for a casino license in Springfield, met the city's second phase application deadline Thursday.

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