The University of Massachusetts system is planning an expansion to triple enrollment in early college programs for high school students, UMass President Marty Meehan said in a State of the University address video posted Tuesday.
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Massachusetts State Police fire back after police officers push for review of embattled agency
Massachusetts State Police is firing back as a local law enforcement group pushes for a state review of the embattled agency.
Gov. Maura Healey looks to pardon misdemeanor cannabis possession convictions
Gov. Maura Healey asked a group of elected officials to approve a plan that would pardon misdemeanor cannabis possession convictions, a move she said could impact hundreds of thousands of people.
‘Build on the positive momentum’
LEOMINSTER — State Sen. John Cronin recently invited Senate Ways and Means Chairman Michael Rodrigues to the Twin Cities for a local discussion with elected officials and community stakeholders to address workforce and community development initiatives in the region. At the MassHire North Central Career Center, Cronin convened a panel of elected officials, education, and […]
North Middlesex Regional Schools launch budget portal
TOWNSEND — Superintendent Brad Morgan and the North Middlesex Regional School District announce the launch of a new website devoted to the 2024-2025 District budget, to increase transparency about this year’s process and to keep residents fully informed. The budget portal highlights frequently asked questions and the 2024 budget timeline. Users can view important dates, […]
‘High volumes of migrant arrivals’: Massachusetts congress members ask for more funding
The push is on for more federal aid to help Massachusetts communities deal with “high volumes of migrant arrivals.”
