Category Archives: State News

Governor Patrick on General Mills Solar

Posted on August 6, 2010 by billmanzi

Governor Patrick was kind enough to send a video for the General Mills event in which he talks about not only General Mills, but also about the Massachusetts efforts on renewable sources of energy. Nice job here by the Governor.

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The House Craps Out

Posted on August 4, 2010 by billmanzi

Speaker Robert Deleo, his gambling expansion plans in tatters, is blaming the Governor for the demise of the expanded gaming bill. “I think saying no to local aid, saying no to 15,000 jobs, I think that could be an issue,” … Continue reading →

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The Guy Glodis Interview

Posted on July 31, 2010 by billmanzi

Worcester County Sheriff Guy Glodis joined me on WCAP to talk about his candidacy for State Auditor. Thanks to Guy for taking the time to come on. And yes we did talk about unfunded state mandates. http://www.archive.org/flow/flowplayer.commercial-3.2.1.swf

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Interview With Melrose Mayor Rob Dolan

Posted on July 28, 2010 by billmanzi

I guest hosted former Mayor Mike Sullivan’s WCAP show Around the Valley and had Melrose Mayor Rob Dolan on as one of my guests. Mayor Dolan is the President of the Massachusetts Mayor’s Association and has been outspoken in his … Continue reading →

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Latest Rasmussen Governor Poll

Posted on July 27, 2010 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick continues to cling to the lead in the latest Rasmussen Poll, but Charlie Baker is within striking distance. The Rassmussen Survey had Governor Patrick leading with 38% of the vote, to Charlie Baker’s 32%, with Tim Cahill … Continue reading →

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General Mills in Methuen Goes Solar

Posted on July 24, 2010 by billmanzi

The General Mills Methuen plant, which makes Yoplait Yogurt, became the first General Mills plant in the Country to power themselves with solar energy. Yesterday I attended the groundbreaking for the panels with Senator Steve Baddour, Rep. Barbara L’italien, and … Continue reading →

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Governor's Race Jousting

Posted on July 23, 2010 by billmanzi

New strikes by both Democrats and Republicans warmed up the Governor’s race a bit, with Charlie Baker unveiling a new radio ad touting his experience as the head of Harvard Pilgrim health care, and Tim Murray issuing a new internet … Continue reading →

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Photo Finish

Posted on July 22, 2010 by billmanzi

Jon Keller is reporting that the conference committee reconciling the gambling bills of the House and Senate has encountered some heavy turbulence. Some reports indicate that the Senate has rejected a House proposal that would license two racetracks (instead of … Continue reading →

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Gambling at the 3/4 pole

Posted on July 21, 2010 by billmanzi

The fate of casino gambling in Massachusetts has come down to the wire, with House and Senate conferees working to reach agreement before the July 31st deadline. With the closer deadline comes the possibility of a conference agreement that could … Continue reading →

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Lawrence in the News

Posted on July 16, 2010 by billmanzi

With Lawrence in the middle of some pretty steep budget cuts there has been plenty of political back and forth over layoffs, union contracts, and other hot topics. Chief of Staff to Mayor Lantigua Lenny Degnan appeared on WGBH to … Continue reading →

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