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Governor Patrick Steps Up on Pensions
Governor Patrick, flanked by Senate President Murray and House Speaker Deleo, introduced a new package of pension reform yesterday, taking aim at some abuses but more importantly introducing systemic change that has the potential to save real money over the … Continue reading
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Dr. King Remembered
Today is the day we remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. He was an extraordinary man who did so much to right the many wrongs that had been a standard part of public life in this … Continue reading
Speaker Deleo and Mayor Menino on Municipal Health Care
Speaker Deleo was on Jim Braude’s show on NECN last week, and he reiterated his call for dramatic change in the laws governing municipal health care. The Speaker is advocating a system where if the cost estimates for a locality … Continue reading
No More Kicking Around of Michael Steele
Michael Steele was dumped yesterday as Chair of the Republican National Committee, with Reince Priebus of Wisconsin selected as his replacement. Steele has been a controversial Chairman who was good at self promotion but not so good at fundraising. He … Continue reading
Methuen Public Schools Open Today
The Methuen Public Schools are open today, Friday January 14th.
Governor Patrick Sacks the Parole Board
Governor Deval Patrick, taking a strong stand in support of accountability, yesterday accepted the resignation of the five parole board members who voted to parole Dominic Cinelli. He also took action to fire other staff members responsible for oversight, and … Continue reading
Methuen City Hall Open, Schools Closed
Methuen City Hall will be open for business today, but our public schools are closed.
John Kerry at the Center for American Progress
John Kerry, giving a speech at the Center for American Progress, which was written about today by Ezra Klein at the Washington Post. A long talk, but some interesting and valid points. Our competitive situation, especially vis-a-vis China, is an … Continue reading
Methuen Public Schools, City Hall Closed Today
The Methuen Public Schools, as well as City Hall, will be closed today due to the storm. Trash Pickup will occur as scheduled.
