'Living On The Edge' In Massachusetts
Oct 24th, 2008 · Linda Donaldson of Athol, Mass., is struggling to pay her bills and keep her home. Now she's worried about heating her home through the coming winter.
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Framingham State's 'Blah' Fundraising Faux Pax *
Oct 21st, 2008 · A recent fundraising attempt by one Massachusetts college tried humor, but went over poorly. The letter from Framingham State College read: "With the recent economic downturn and loan crisis, it has become even more important for Framingham State College to receive your support. Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah." The school has since apologized to insulted alums.
With Revenues Shrinking, Mass. Cuts Services
Oct 17th, 2008 · Massachusetts has watched its tax revenues shrink in response to the slow economy. Now Gov. Deval Patrick has proposed painful cuts to state services.
Boston Struggling To House All Homeless **
Oct 14th, 2008 · Several states are reporting a spike in homelessness due to higher foreclosure rates. Massachusetts has a law that requires sheltering every homeless person, but given the rising number of homeless families — officials are struggling to meet demand.
Massachusetts Voters Weigh Ban On Dog Racing
Oct 12th, 2008 · Voters in Massachusetts are considering a ban on dog racing this election season. Supporters of the ban say the industry kills dozens of dogs each year. From Boston, Andrea Shea of member station WBUR reports on the debate.
Massachusetts May Shed Its High-Tax Reputation
Oct 9th, 2008 · Next month, voters in a state once known as "Taxachusetts" may choose to do away with the state personal income tax, staging what could be the biggest tax revolt since the Boston Tea Party. But doing so would cut $12 billion in funding to the state — or about 40 percent of its current budget.
Polluters Required To Pay For Greenhouse Gases
Sep 24th, 2008 · Big power companies in Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut will be required to buy allowances for every ton of gas their plant emits. The auction of greenhouse gas allowances is part of a plan to start reducing carbon emissions. Four other states—New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Delaware, will participate in later auctions.
Stephen Kellogg On Mountain Stage
Sep 1st, 2008 · The Massachusetts singer-songwriter and his band have built an impassioned following through online social networking and constant touring. The band celebrates its five-year anniversary with a tour stop at Mountain Stage.
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