2 casino firms meet Mass. deadlines
BOSTON (AP) — Two companies competing to develop a resort-style casino in Springfield have met key deadlines set by city and state officials. MGM Resorts International... Read more.
Local firefighters to compete in American Lung Assoc. fundraiser
SAUGUS — Four Saugus firefighters and one Nahant firefighter are teaming up to raise money for the American Lung Association in the annual Fight for Air Climb... Read more.
Lynn properties slated for renovations
LYNN — The city of Lynn has nearly $9 million in building projects on tap for 2013, making it one of the busiest construction seasons in seven years. “There... Read more.
Lynn cops on lookout after bank heist
LYNN — Lynn Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying and finding the suspect in a robbery reported at a Central Square bank Wednesday morning.... Read more.
Legislature formally opens new session
BOSTON — Gun control and transportation funding will be among the key issues facing the Massachusetts Legislature in the coming months, legislative leaders said... Read more.
Overcoming common bathroom addition challenges
(BPT) – Adding a bathroom to your home remains one of the most popular and rewarding home improvements you can make. In fact, when you sell your home, you... Read more.
Elections set for vacant House seats
BOSTON — Special elections have been scheduled to fill two vacant seats in the Massachusetts House. One of the elections will be held in the 12th Essex District... Read more.
Swampscott condo trash stalemate continues as other plans emerge
SWAMPSCOTT — As predicted, the official vote by the Board of Selectmen to remove trash from Swampscott condominiums was not approved, with the vote at 2-2. This... Read more.
Mass. lawmakers to get pay cut
BOSTON (AP) — Members of the newly sworn-in state Legislature will earn a little less money over the next couple of years, because of a drop in the state’s... Read more.