]> Massachusetts Labor News http://www.unionwebservices.com Massachusetts Labor News from Union Web Services: Serving labor unions and the labor movement en N.E. economy is growing, but unevenly http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/29/ne_economy_is_growing_but_unevenly/ Source:boston.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA Mass. Right to Repair bill could cause ripples in auto shop market http://www.detnews.com/article/20100725/AUTO01/7250308/1148/auto01/Mass.--Right-to-Repair--bill-could-cause-ripples-in-auto-shop-market Source:detnews.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA State advances proposed Briggs Elementary project http://www.telegram.com/article/20100729/NEWS/7290751/1003/NEWS03 Source:telegram.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA $60M Kennedy Institute plans unveiled http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100729hubs_60m_kennedy_institute_plans_unveiled/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA Denied state tax break, Boston Scientific moves ahead with facility improvements http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1279446055/Despite-denial-on-state-tax-break-Boston-Scientific-plans-to-move-ahead-with-Quincy-improvements-mayor-says Source:patriotledger.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA Lynn hospital employees rally http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/07/29/news/news10.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA Deadline nears for casino bill in Massachusetts http://www.necn.com/07/29/10/Deadline-nears-for-casino-bill-in-Massac/landing.html?blockID=279476&feedID=4215 Source:necn.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA MWRA workers find other half of failed pipe coupling http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/29/mwra_workers_find_other_half_of_failed_pipe_coupling/ Source:boston.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA 5 Star Hotel, One Star Pay http://socialistworker.org/2010/07/29/day-of-action-against-hyatt Source:socialistworker.org 29 July 2010 Boston MA Sen. Scott Brown could go green http://bostonherald.com/business/technology/general/view.bg?articleid=1270904&position=1 Source:bostonherald.com 29 July 2010 Boston MA Lessons of the UNITE HERE-SEIU Deal http://www.beyondchron.org/articles/Lessons_of_the_UNITE_HERE_SEIU_Deal_8361.html Source:beyondchron.org 26 July 2010 Boston MA Patrick Cancels Visit as Unions Threaten Picket http://www.eagletribune.com/local/x1255113560/Gov-Patrick-cancels-Lawrence-groundbreaking-as-unions-plan-picket Source:eagletribune.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Mass. Gov. says quote, chasm remains on gambling bill http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9H7ISK00.htm Source:businessweek.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Nears Change to Electoral Votes http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/28/us/politics/28vote.html Source:nytimes.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Activists urge state to use less bottled water http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/28/activists_urge_state_to_use_less_bottled_water/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Sharp dissent from Mass Delegates as $37b OKd for Afghan war http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/07/28/sharp_dissent_as_37b_okd_for_afghan_war/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Nurses official: Tauntons Morton Hospital scapegoating union nurses http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x350171438/Nurses-official-Tauntons-Morton-Hospital-scapegoating-union-nurses Source:enterprisenews.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts executives played hardball with Schilling http://www.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/technology/view/20100728massachusetts_executives_played_hardball_with_curt_schilling_refused_bidding_war_to_keep_former_red_sox_hurlers_company_in_state/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA First Wind wins $117M fed loan backing http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/07/26/daily25-First-Wind-wins-117M-fed-loan-backing-for-Hawaii-project.html Source:masshightech.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Neighborhood springs from old factory sites http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/articles/2010/07/25/neighborhood_springs_from_old_factory_sites/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Service unions end their dispute http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/27/service_unions_end_their_dispute/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Fighting Hyatts recession contracts http://socialistworker.org/2010/07/26/hyatts-recession-contracts Source:socialistworker.org 27 July 2010 Boston MA Green light for air base project http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/27/redevelopment_of_closed_weymouth_air_base_to_begin_in_fall/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Leaders talk deal on Mass. casinos http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/27/mass_legislative_leaders_talk_deal_on_casinos/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Dunkin Cooperative Spars with Teamsters http://www.bluemaumau.org/9135/dunkin%E2%80%99_cooperative_spars_teamsters Source:bluemaumau.org 27 July 2010 Boston MA City may go public with contractor hiring compliance lists http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/23/city_may_go_public_with_contractor_hiring_compliance_lists/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Boston jobs nonprofit awarded federal funds http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/24/boston_jobs_nonprofit_awarded_federal_funds/ Source:boston.com 27 July 2010 Boston MA Schilling will move his game co. to Rhode Island http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/07/rhode_island_ap.html Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Hyatt Protests Target Major Obama Backer http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/07/22/AR2010072203632.html Source:washingtonpost.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Union to Dunkin Donuts: Time to make the contract http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1269708&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Patrick team signs insurance change it opposed http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/07/patrick_team_si.html Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Mass., Rhode Island to jointly explore wind farms in federal waters http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/greenblog/2010/07/mass_rhode_island_to_jointly_e.html Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Mass Sen Prez Says That Casino Debates Will Continue This Week http://www.usaplayers.com/gambling-news/6695/casino/massachusetts-senate-president-says-that-casino-debates-will-continue-this-week Source:usaplayers.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Amid economic bust, a boom at UMass http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/25/amid_economic_bust_a_boom_at_umass/ Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Accessibility compliance still an issue for disabled http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/26/accessibility_compliance_still_an_issue_for_disabled/ Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA High court changes rules on slip and fall lawsuits http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/07/high_court_chan.html Source:boston.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Lakeville, Middleboro tagged as high risk for EEE http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100724/NEWS/7240320/1018/OPINION Source:southcoasttoday.com 26 July 2010 Boston MA Bay State law stops dog barking surgery http://www2.turnto10.com/news/2010/jul/26/bay-state-law-stops-dog-barking-surgery-ar-164912/ Source:turnto10.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Marshall, groundbreaker, to step down as SJC chief http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/22/marshall_groundbreaker_to_step_down_as_sjc_chief/ Source:boston.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Feds Looking at Upper Crust Wage Case http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/22/us_reviewing_wage_complaints_against_upper_crust/ Source:boston.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA EPA Provides the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) $700,000 to Reduce Emissions from Locomotives http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/0/c78ea7a87d99fd0785257767007290ff?OpenDocument Source:yosemite.epa.gov 22 July 2010 Boston MA Dedham hires construction manager for new Avery School http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/education/x553802737/Dedham-hires-construction-manager-for-new-Avery-School Source:dailynewstranscript.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Haynes: Nows the time to act on expanded gaming http://www.dailynewstribune.com/opinion/x550419484/Haynes-Nows-the-time-to-act-on-expanded-gaming Source:dailynewstribune.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Hingham sewer worker says his firing would be retaliatory http://www.patriotledger.com/topstories/x550419688/Hingham-sewer-worker-says-his-firing-would-be-retaliatory Source:patriotledger.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Baileys Pond developer fined for other projects http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x525979955/Baileys-Pond-developer-fined-for-other-projects Source:newburyportnews.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts: For Shaws Warehouse Workers, Only Solidarity Can Win The Day http://news.infoshop.org/article.php?story=20100721170447777 Source:news.infoshop.org 22 July 2010 Boston MA Patricks pledge to immigrants http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/22/governor_patricks_pledge_to_immigrants/ Source:boston.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA State panel adopts US academic standards http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/mcas/articles/2010/07/22/state_panel_adopts_us_academic_standards/ Source:boston.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts nurses strike on tap? http://www.medcitynews.com/2010/07/massachusetts-nurses-strike-on-tap-morning-read/ Source:medcitynews.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Solar Firm Gets Department of Energy Grant http://www.getsolar.com/News/Massachusetts/Solar-Panels/Massachusetts-Solar-Firm-Gets-Department-of-Energy-Grant-19902075 Source:getsolar.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Cambridge Hospital Nurses to Conduct Informational Picket July 22nd http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cambridge-hospital-nurses-to-conduct-informational-picket-on-july-22-to-protest-the-hospitals-unlawful-effort-to-slash-nurses-retiree-health-benefit-after-state-labor-board-cited-cha-management-for-violating-nurses-rights-98819019.html Source:prnewswire.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Cambridge Hospital Nurses to Conduct Informational Picket July 22nd http://www.wickedlocal.com/halifax/news/x1814123208/Hospital-union-says-insurance-cutbacks-will-impact-care Source:wickedlocal.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Community solar projects gain ground in some areas http://solar.coolerplanet.com/News/19897553-community-solar-projects-gain-ground-in-some-areas.aspx Source:solar.coolerplanet.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Some Mass. mayors back slots at tracks proposal http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9H2S4EO0.htm Source:businessweek.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Jobless Benefits Extension Would Help 70,000 In Mass. http://www.wbur.org/2010/07/21/jobless-benefits-2 Source:wbur.org 18 July 2010 Boston MA Police union seeks crackdown on drunk drivers http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1269089&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA For this job, no quote, uglies allowed http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1269241&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Using spec writers properly http://www.csemag.com/industry-news/breaking-news/single-article/using-spec-writers-properly/5c05efbb61.html Source:csemag.com 22 July 2010 Boston MA Town rolls out solar-powered trash barrels http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/arlington/2010/07/arlington_rolls_out_five_solar.html Source:boston.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Mixed Results On English Immersion In Schools http://www.wbur.org/2010/07/20/english-immersion Source:wbur.org 18 July 2010 Boston MA Education board urged to delay vote on new standards http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/07/21/education_board_urged_to_delay_vote_on_new_standards/ Source:boston.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA South Shore Hospital still hunting for lost records http://www.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view/20100720south_shore_hospital_still_hunting_for_lost_records/srvc=business&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA At IBEW, Hyatt Workers Mobilize for Mass Civil Disobedience on July 22nd http://peoplesworld.org/hotel-workers-training-for-civil-disobedience-in-15-cities/ Source:peoplesworld.org 18 July 2010 Boston MA Companies Prefer Penalties vs Paying for Health Insurance http://www.huliq.com/10017/companies-prefer-penalties-vs-paying-health-insurance Source:huliq.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Teamsters Local 25 and Dunkin Donuts At Impasse http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/teamsters-local-25-and-dunkin-donuts-northeast-dcp-reach-impasse-in-negotiating-session-98623794.html Source:prnewswire.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA More on AFSCME Secreatry Treasurer Saunders http://politic365.com/2010/07/16/union-secretary-treasurer-lee-saunders-is-one-of-the-highest-ranking-black-officials-in-labor-movement/ Source:politic365.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Unions, Democrats Straddle the Fence http://hotair.com/greenroom/archives/2010/07/19/unions-and-democrats-both-straddle-the-fence/ Source:hotair.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Workplace violations alleged at hearing of Hingham sewer worker http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/hingham/2010/07/by_molly_a_k_connors_4.html Source:boston.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Senate passes relief package http://www.telegram.com/article/20100716/NEWS/7160427/1116 Source:telegram.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA State wind proposal could speed up OK http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/07/19/news/news12.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 18 July 2010 Boston MA Crew clears asbestos hurled from a burst steam pipe http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/16/crew_clears_asbestos_hurled_from_a_burst_steam_pipe/ Source:boston.com/ 15 July 2010 Boston MA MWRA subpoenas company in Mass. water main break http://ww.abc6.com/Global/story.asp?S=12813630 Source:abc6.com/ 15 July 2010 Boston MA Appeals for change in prison system http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/16/with_8th_suicide_appeals_for_change_in_prison_system/ Source:boston.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Mass AFL-CIO, Advocates Push Passage of Transgender Bill http://www.baywindows.com/index.php?ch=news&sc=blog&sc2=news&sc3=&id=108090 Source:baywindows.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA FedEx deal pays state, drivers http://www.telegram.com/article/20100716/NEWS/7160413/1002/business Source:telegram.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA State Bill : Towns Seek to Reset Benefits without Negotiations http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x98869515/Bill-to-aid-towns-missing-key-component Source:milforddailynews.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA FR Herald : Inmates are Not Slaves http://www.heraldnews.com/opinions/x393521858/OUR-VIEW-Inmates-arent-slaves Source:heraldnews.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA City Council backs more modest plan to repair water mains http://www.heraldnews.com/topstories/x1143362900/City-Council-backs-more-modest-plan-to-repair-water-mains Source:heraldnews.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Citing quote, Unfair Advantages to Unions, Brown to Vote Against Campaign Finance Bill http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gGPG2RQWM_9AIPxBhbOvDHPQ4_BgD9GUSTGO0 Source:AP 15 July 2010 Boston MA Fortes : PLAs Dont Help Minority-Owned Business http://news.bostonherald.com/news/opinion/op_ed/view.bg?articleid=1267738&srvc=home&position=emailed Source:news.bostonherald.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Hub Streets Closed After Steam Pipe Blast http://www.thebostonchannel.com/mostpopular/24266210/detail.html Source:thebostonchannel.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA A dream takes shape along Dudley Street: Kroc Center http://www.dotnews.com/2010/dream-takes-shape-along-dudley-street-kroc-center-115-million-price-ta Source:dotnews.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Training needed for mid-level jobs, study says http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/14/training_needed_for_mid_level_jobs_study_says/ Source:boston.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Somerville immigrant advocates celebrate victory in Popeyes wage dispute http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=4249 Source:thesomervillenews.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Pension ruling favors nurses http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-28/127917842753910.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA State backs nurses in Cambridge labor pact dispute http://www.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view/20100714state_backs_nurses_in_cambridge_labor_pact__dispute/srvc=business&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA OSHA proposes $279,000 in fines against American Seafoods International http://www.reliableplant.com/Read/25518/OSHA-American-Seafoods-International Source:reliableplant.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts House OKs wind power permit streamlining bills http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/07/massachusetts_house_oks_munici.html Source:masslive.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Casino Gambling: Bay State Gold Rush? http://www.courant.com/news/opinion/editorials/hc-ed-mass-casinos-0714-20100714,0,4146990.story Source:courant.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Browns opposition dims chances for campaign finance overhaul http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/07/15/browns_opposition_dims_chances_for_campaign_finance_overhaul/ Source:boston.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts employers add only 500 jobs in June http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x999356723/Massachusetts-employers-add-only-500-jobs-in-June Source:patriotledger.com 15 July 2010 Boston MA Barnstable airport agrees to $19.4M contract http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100713/NEWS/7130307/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 13 July 2010 Boston MA Milfords melting pot boils over http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/13/milfords_melting_pot_boils_over/ Source:boston.com 13 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Lawmakers Continue To Work On Casino Gambling Bill http://www.casinogamblingweb.com/gambling-news/gambling-law/massachusetts_lawmakers_continue_to_work_on_casino_gambling_bill_55388.html Source:casinogamblingweb.com 13 July 2010 Boston MA Bill to ease union expansion remains dormant http://www.rrstar.com/businessrockford/x1609362146/Bill-to-make-it-easier-for-unions-to-expand-remains-dormant Source:rrstar.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Speen Street bridge work may take until March http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/top_stories/x104356074/Speen-Street-bridge-work-may-take-until-March Source:metrowestdailynews.com 13 July 2010 Boston MA Freetown picks contractor, but bridge not likely to open before Labor Day http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100713/NEWS/7130343/-1/news Source:southcoasttoday.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts budget makes deep cuts to cities and towns http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/jul2010/mass-j13.shtml Source:wsws.org 12 July 2010 Boston MA State to finance jobs for summer http://www.telegram.com/article/20100713/NEWS/7130349/1002/business Source:telegram.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Schilling Shops State Incentives http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/13/mass_officials_hope_to_keep_schillings_company_here/ Source:boston.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Casino progress puts spotlight on Palmer http://www.gazettenet.com/2010/07/12/palmers-pitch Source:gazettenet.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Labor increases the pressure on GOP centrists http://thehill.com/homenews/senate/107969-labor-ups-pressure-on-gop-centrists-ahead-of-july-work-session Source:thehill.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Approval, apprehension greet proposed Caritas system sale http://www.dotnews.com/2010/approval-apprehension-greet-proposed-caritas-system-sale-0 Source:dotnews.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind not among NStars contracts http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/10/nstar_passes_on_cape_wind_electricity/ Source:boston.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts to require 50% emission cut in biomass projects http://www.brighterenergy.org/13529/news/bioenergy/massachusetts-to-require-50-emission-cut-in-biomass-projects/ Source:brighterenergy.org 12 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts and Rhode Island compete for Cape Wind jobs http://www.rechargenews.com/energy/wind/article221214.ece Source:rechargenews.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Globe : To jump-start economy, state should extend building permits http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/07/12/to_jump_start_economy_state_should_extend_building_permits/ Source:boston.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Beetle Eradication Costs $1M Per Mile http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/24216616/detail.html?source=htv Source:thebostonchannel.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA For prospective teachers, lesson in supply, demand highlights special needs http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/11/for_prospective_teachers_lesson_in_supply_demand_highlights_special_needs/ Source:boston.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA NARH nurses set to strike http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15472458?source=most_emailed Source:berkshireeagle.com 12 July 2010 Boston MA Shaws strike is over, new contract reached http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100708shaws_reports_methuen_strike_is_over_new_contract_reached/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA International Union of Painters tickled with grant $$ http://www.wickedlocal.com/roslindale/news/x1609345577/International-Union-of-Painters-tickled-with-grant Source:wickedlocal.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA AG seeks Cape Winds profit estimates http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2010/07/09/ag_seeks_cape_winds_profit_estimates/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Judge Rules Mass Same Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional http://edition.cnn.com/2010/US/07/08/massachusetts.gay.marriage/?hpt=T1&fbid=SaIVyMv-gK6 Source:edition.cnn.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Union fights cameras in National Grid trucks http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x104355080/Union-fights-cameras-in-National-Grid-trucks Source:patriotledger.com 9 July 2010 Boston MA New bridge to rise in 2011 http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_15472466 Source:berkshireeagle.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA NARH nurses set to strike Union may walk out, as talks on hours and shifts end in stalemate http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_15472458 Source:berkshireeagle.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Broadband plan closer to reality http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/07/09/broadband_plan_closer_to_reality/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Gambling foes seek a panel to assess costs http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/09/gambling_foes_seek_a_panel_to_assess_costs/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Is Double Dipping a Violation of Massachusetts Labor Law? http://www.lawyersandsettlements.com/articles/14495/massachusetts-employment-labor-law-9.html Source:lawyersandsettlements.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Patrick and Murray pick up key union endorsement http://www.dailynewstribune.com/news/x909199229/Gov-Patrick-and-Lt-Gov-Murray-pick-up-union-endorsement Source:dailynewstribune.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Boccardy: Stand up for public-sector jobs and services http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100708/OPINION/7080337/-1/NEWSMAP Source:southcoasttoday.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind: Made in Rhode Island? http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100708cape_wind_made_in_rhode_island_new_bedford_fights_out-of-state_rival_for_project_setup_area/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Cambridge Hospital union files complaint http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/07/08/cambridge_hospital_union_files_complaint/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Another drug giant bringing jobs to Mass. http://www.boston.com/yourtown/cambridge/articles/2010/07/08/another_drug_giant_bringing_jobs_to_mass/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Dial-up no more: Mass. towns score $71.6 million for fiber net http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/070710-massachusetts-fiber-network.html?hpg1=bn Source:networkworld.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Suffolk casino may bring many jobs http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2010/07/08/news/news04.txt Source:itemlive.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA The Bleak Jobs Picture http://dollarsandsense.org/blog/2010/07/the-bleak-jobs-picture-2.html Source:dollarsandsense.orgm 8 July 2010 Boston MA Mass. Lt. Gov. Murray to be released from hospital http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/06/weekend_heat_puts_lieutenant_governor_in_hospital/ Source:boston.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Coakley: End Hidden Cell Charges http://www.wbjournal.com/news46796.html Source:wbjournal.com 8 July 2010 Boston MA Bostons hottest workers grin and bear it http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1266239&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Conditions have many looking for care, relief http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/07/07/conditions_force_many_to_call_for_medical_care/ Source:boston.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Striking Shaws Workers Pick Up Support http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/07/06/striking-shaw%E2%80%99s-workers-pick-up-support/ Source:blog.aflcio.org 7 July 2010 Boston MA PCBs found at dorm complex http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-29/127848748623740.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA States error unveiled Social Security numbers http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/06/states_error_unveiled_social_security_numbers/ Source:boston.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts casinos legislation headed to joint statehouse committee http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/07/massachusetts_casinos_legislat.html Source:masslive.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Biofuel rules lifted by state http://www.telegram.com/article/20100707/NEWS/7070354/1237l Source:telegram.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Easthampton, Massachusetts, awarded $174,985 for LED streetlights http://www.newstreetlights.com/index_files/LED_street_light_news_Easthampton_Massachusetts_awarded_175K_for_LED_streetlights_204.htm Source:newstreetlights.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Mass. school janitor finds 3-foot python in locker http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/07/07/AR2010070701636.html Source:washingtonpost.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts eyes large new solar array http://solar.coolerplanet.com/News/19876967-massachusetts-eyes-large-new-solar-array.aspx Source:masslive.com 7 July 2010 Boston MA Erlich on The Real Truth About PLAs http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/07/03/the_truth_about_plas/ Source:boston.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Bans Texting While Driving http://www.truckinginfo.com/news/news-detail.asp?news_id=70913&news_category_id=3 Source:truckinginfo.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Salisbury is target for solar projects http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/07/06/salisbury_is_target_for_solar_projects/ Source:boston.com 6 July 2010 Boston MA Union sues city to block transfer of health plan http://www.eagletribune.com/local/x383294232/Union-sues-city-to-block-transfer-of-health-insurance-plan Source:eagletribune.com 6 July 2010 Boston MA New unionization drive awaits big teaching hospitals http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/07/06/local_1199_plans_unionization_drive_at_boston_teaching_hospitals/ Source:boston.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Hospitals farm out radiology diagnostics http://www.telegram.com/article/20100706/NEWS/7060382/1101 Source:telegram.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Fewer workers go on strike http://www.usatoday.com/money/workplace/2010-07-06-nostrikes06_ST_N.htm Source:usatoday.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Census jobs end; employment falls http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/07/03/census_jobs_end_employment_falls/ Source:boston.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA At Boston Convention, McEntee protege takes key union spot http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0710/McEntee_protege_takes_key_union_spot.html?showall Source:politico.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts casinos bill a big winner in state senate http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/07/massachusetts_casinos_bill_big.html Source:masslive.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Catholic activists fear Caritas hospitals fate http://www.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view.bg?articleid=1265049&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Mass. Senate approves $300M debt restructuring http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9GMGSMG0.htm Source:businessweek.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA State budget slashes school, dental care, services for toddlers http://www.boston.com/yourtown/budgetblues/2010/07/state_budget_slashes_school_de.html Source:boston.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA Teamsters File Unfair Labor Charge Against Dunkin Supplier http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x2071996893/Teamsters-union-files-unfair-labor-charge-against-Dunkin-supplier Source:businessweek.com 2 July 2010 Boston MA US telecom Verizon to cut 12,000 jobs this week http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/jul2010/veri-j02.shtml Source:wsws.org 2 July 2010 Boston MA Baker proposes to slash benefits http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/07/02/news/news03.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.comm 2 July 2010 Boston MA Brown bill would extend jobless benefits http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/06/30/brown_bill_would_extend_jobless_benefits/ Source:boston.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Short-term insurance buyers drive up cost in Mass. http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/30/short_term_insurance_buyers_drive_up_cost_in_mass/ Source:boston.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Wall panels ordered removed from Salem courthouse http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1264888&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Ailing Roslindale block gets new life http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/30/ailing_roslindale_block_gets_a_new_life/ Source:boston.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Freelancers Fight States Independent Contractor Law http://www.wbur.org/2010/06/30/independent-contractor-law Source:wbur.org 30 June 2010 Boston MA Syscos news stuns Norton officials http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/06/30/news/7622821.txt Source:thesunchronicle.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Feds put $4M into Mass. solar projects http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/06/28/daily21-Feds-put-4M-into-Mass-solar-projects.html Source:masshightech.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Boston Workplace Accident http://www.newyorkinjurynews.com/2010/06/29/Boston-Workplace-Accident_201006294161.html Source:newyorkinjurynews.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Pittsfield Milks It http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15397635 Source:berkshireeagle.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA N.H., Mass. join to boost manufacturing http://www.nhbr.com/businessnews/statenews/782048-257/n.h.-mass.-join-to-boost-manufacturing.html Source:nhbr.com 30 June 2010 Boston MA Mass Workers Demand Answers from Scott Brown http://www.seiu.org/2010/06/massachusetts-workers-demand-answers-from-scott-brown.php Source:seiu.org 29 June 2010 Boston MA Eastern Bank to acquire Wainwright for $163M http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9GL02R02.htm Source:businessweek.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Industrial park likely to grow http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-28/1277797540185690.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Mass, RI Developers in Race to Build First Off shore farm http://www.projo.com/news/content/CAPEWIND_DEEPWATER_06-27-10_ILITTN6_v82.16835cc.html Source:projo.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Brown Reiterates Threat Against Overhaul Bill http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/29/brown-reiterates-threat-against-overhaul-bill/ Source:dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Senators Opposed To Gambling Using Stall Tactics In Massachusetts http://www.casinogamblingweb.com/gambling-news/gambling-law/senators_opposed_to_gambling_using_stall_tactics_in_massachusetts_55318.html Source:casinogamblingweb.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Hospital files grievance against nurses http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15397633 Source:berkshireeagle.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Desalination Nation http://www.huffingtonpost.com/peter-hanlon/desalination-nation_b_628430.html Source:huffingtonpost.com 29 June 2010 Boston MA Restaurants, Unions Slam Butts Exemption http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jYWhw1xuJYFp0qp3shOxiQDXbNjAD9GKDIR80 Source:AP 28 June 2010 Boston MA Congress blasts Medicaid hole in Mass budget http://money.cnn.com/2010/06/28/news/economy/state_budget_medicaid/ Source:money.cnn.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. reaches $2.9M settlement with Exxon Mobil http://www.eagletribune.com/latestnews/x1703942000/Restaurants-unions-slam-push-for-casino-smoking-exemption Source:eagletribune.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $40 Million For Gill Mountain Bridge http://www.thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachuesetts-invests-40-million-for-gill-mountain-bridge-34509.html Source:thegovmonitor.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA Activist: Supreme Court ruling to have little effect on Mass. gun laws http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/06/supreme_court_r_3.html Source:boston.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA Legal Analysis of Mass Court Build to Lease Legal Ruling http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=b3e6620f-5bba-48c5-885c-f95a3ee87e42 Source:lexology.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA No Need for Beach Closures After Great White Spotted http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/06/prompted_by_a_f.html Source:boston.com 28 June 2010 Boston MA Groups Fire First Legal Salvo Over Cape Wind http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/26/6_groups_file_first_suit_to_halt_wind_farm/ Source:boston.com 26 June 2010 Boston MA Globe Op Ed : Jacoby Derides PLAs http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/06/27/labor_agreements_make_no_sense/ Source:boston.com 26 June 2010 Boston MA Gerard on The Labor movement and Obama (Video) http://www.therealnews.com/t2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=31&Itemid=74&jumival=5274&updaterx=2010-06-23+07%3A25%3A46 Source:therealnews.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $189.9 Million For Affordable Rental Homes http://www.thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-invests-189-9-million-for-affordable-rental-homes-34277.html Source:thegovmonitor.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA State Sens Focus on Casino Booze, Smoke Regs http://www.sentinelandenterprise.com/local/ci_15357007 Source:sentinelandenterprise.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Veronica Turner takes reins at local SEIU union http://news.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view/20100624veronica_turner_takes_reins_at_local_seiu_union/srvc=home&position=also Source:news.bostonherald.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA God not on side of union-busters, Catholic scholars say http://peoplesworld.org/god-not-on-side-of-union-busters-catholic-scholars-say/ Source:peoplesworld.org 22 June 2010 Boston MA Earthquake Tremors Felt In Massachusetts http://www.wbur.org/2010/06/23/earthquake-in-massachusetts Source:wbur.org 22 June 2010 Boston MA Time is now running out on university push at SSC http://www.salemnews.com/local/x1617561653/Time-is-now-running-out-on-university-push-at-SSC Source:salemnews.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA BRA nixes Lowes Brighton store plan http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/24/bra_nixes_lowes_brighton_store_plan/ Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA 2 major films shot in state opening in same week http://www.bostonherald.com/entertainment/movies/general/view.bg?articleid=1263484&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Central Mass. jobless rates increase http://www.telegram.com/article/20100622/NEWS/100629952/1237 Source:telegram.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Haynes : Herald Stance Ironic http://bostonherald.com/news/opinion/letters/view.bg?articleid=1263364 Source:bostonherald.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Caritas hospitals sale racking up support http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/06/23/sale_of_caritas_hospital_chain_racking_up_support/ Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA $110M Green Data Center in Massachusetts Breaks Ground http://www.thewhir.com/web-hosting-news/062310_110M_Green_Data_Center_in_Massachusetts_Breaks_Ground Source:thewhir.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA BTEC: Massachusetts Study Shows Benefits of Biomass Thermal http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/06/btec-massachusetts-study-shows-benefits-of-biomass-thermal Source:renewableenergyworld.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Bialecki slips through crowd of fretful Raynham workers http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x383299297/Bialecki-slips-through-crowd-of-fretful-Raynham-workers Source:dailynewstranscript.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Dozens of Mass. firefighters face EMT suspensions http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100621dozens_of_mass_firefighters_face_emt_suspensions/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Officials: Mass. ready if Gulf spill comes north http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9GGHPEG1.htm Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Downside of gambling raises worry http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/23/downside_of_gambling_raises_worry/ Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Cotter : PLAs work for all http://bostonherald.com/news/opinion/letters/view.bg?articleid=1263131 Source:bostonherald.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Schools Face Asbestos Issues During Summer Vacation http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/jun201021a.htm Source:mesotheliomaweb.org 22 June 2010 Boston MA A new Arroyo blazes own path on council http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/22/a_new_arroyo_blazes_own_path_on_council/ Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Coakley reaches prevailing wage settlement http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/227668-coakley-reaches-prevailing-wage-settlement Source:legalnewsline.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA $2.8M awarded for city housing rehab http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100622/NEWS/6220321/-1/news Source:southcoasttoday.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA Health aid urged for low-wage workers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/20/health_aid_urged_for_low_wage_workers/ Source:boston.com 22 June 2010 Boston MA State stops courthouse wall work http://www.salemnews.com/local/x383277270/State-stops-courthouse-wall-work Source:salemnews.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Tax credit debuts for life science firms http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/06/21/tax_credit_debuts_for_life_science_firms/ Source:boston.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Former Fed Ex Driver Sues Over Status http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x2071993982/Former-FedEx-driver-from-Brockton-sues-over-being-classified-as-an-independent-contractor Source:patriotledger.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. biotechs, hospitals boosted by health stimulus funds http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/06/21/daily4-Mass-biotechs-hospitals-boosted-by-health-stimulus-funds.html Source:masshightech.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Odds stacked against teens looking for summer work http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x792538350/Odds-stacked-against-teens-looking-for-summer-work Source:patriotledger.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA As recession hits manual labor, men suffer more http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/06/21/story2.html Source:boston.bizjournals.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Brockton Neighborhood Health Centers $2.5 million expansion complete http://www.enterprisenews.com/topstories/x792538754/Brockton-Neighborhood-Health-Center-s-2-5-million-expansion-complete Source:enterprisenews.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA Housing sales surge as Mass. market recovers http://bostonherald.com/business/real_estate/view.bg?articleid=1262958&srvc=business&position=2 Source:bostonherald.com 21 June 2010 Boston MA OSHA probes asbestos complaint at High School Renovation http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/06/osha_probes_asbestos_complaint.html Source:masslive.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. adds jobs again in May http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/18/bay_state_racks_up_another_month_of_job_gains/ Source:patriotledger.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Senate bill to extend jobless benefits fails test vote http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/06/senate_bill_to.html Source:boston.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA UMass project must use unions http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2010/06/16/umass_project_must_use_union_laborers/ Source:boston.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Wal-Mart Challenge to Cape Wind Prices http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2010/06/17/wal_mart_says_cape_winds_high_costs_will_hurt_retailer/ Source:boston.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Union agrees to 2 percent wage cut at Quincy Medical Center http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1372400806/Union-agrees-to-2-percent-wage-cut-at-Quincy-Medical-Center Source:patriotledger.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA IBEW, Activists, Confront Genzyme Chief http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/06/17/genzyme_chief_reassures_investors/ Source:boston.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA IBM unveils two new campuses http://www.boston.com/yourtown/cambridge/articles/2010/06/17/ibm_unveils_two_new_campuses/ Source:boston.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA $100 million CSX deal http://www.telegram.com/article/20100618/NEWS/100619714/1101 Source:telegram.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Officials: South Coast Rail moves are delivering on a promise http://www.heraldnews.com/topstories/x1224668016/Officials-South-Coast-Rail-moves-are-delivering-on-a-promise Source:heraldnews.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts union seeks to represent MCGEO workers http://www.gazette.net/stories/06162010/montnew182340_32557.php Source:gazette.net 18 June 2010 Boston MA Court workers ask for resignation of Chief Justice Mulligan http://www.wickedlocal.com/essex/news/business/x1887283412/Court-workers-ask-for-resignation-of-Chief-Justice-Mulligan-over-labor-issues Source:wickedlocal.com 18 June 2010 Boston MA MassCEC Announces Grants For 18 Wind Projects http://www.nawindpower.com/naw/e107_plugins/content/content_lt.php?content.6052 Source:nawindpower.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Boston area wages top nation http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/06/14/daily2.html?surround=lfn&ana=e_boston_blog Source:boston.bizjournals.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Umass-Dartmouth Opens Weatherization Training Center http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100613/NEWS/6130329/-1/NEWS05 Source:southcoasttoday.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Protesters cry foul http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100615protesters_cry_foul_go_to_bat_at_fenway_for_immigrants/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts School Bus Workers Choose Teamsters Union http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/massachusetts-school-bus-workers-choose-teamsters-union-96309589.html Source:prnewswire.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Justice for Janitors Campaign: Rooted in the Struggle for Immigrant Rights http://www.seiu.org/mt/mt-search.cgi?blog_id=1&tag=justice%20for%20janitors%20campaign&limit=20 Source:seiu.org 15 June 2010 Boston MA State is lagging in efforts to reduce distracted driving http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/15/state_is_lagging_in_efforts_to_reduce_distracted_driving/ Source:boston.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Plymouth bus tour showcases development opportunities http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1602636292/Plymouth-bus-tour-showcases-development-opportunities Source:patriotledger.com 15 June 2010 Boston MA Obama : Spill Will Shape Environmental Thinking for Quote, Years to Come http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/world/us_and_canada/10307782.stm Source:news.bbc.co.uk 11 June 2010 Boston MA Skanska to expand airport terminal in Boston, USA, for USD 48M http://www.cisionwire.com/skanska/skanska-to-expand-airport-terminal-in-boston--usa--for-usd-48-m--approximately-sek-375-m19678 Source:cisionwire.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Mass firm fined for improper asbestos removal http://www.mesorc.com/mesothelioma-news/Masschusetts-firm-is-fined-for-improper-asbestos-removal-from-bank-project/ Source:mesorc.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA DAs Say Owed Stimulus Money http://www.telegram.com/article/20100613/APN/306139915 Source:telegram.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Angry Contractor Dumps Concrete in Front of Town Hall http://www.foxnews.com/us/2010/06/11/angry-contractor-dumps-concrete-massachusetts-town-hall/ Source:foxnews.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Crews clear tracks for South Coast Rail http://www.heraldnews.com/features/x767634626/Readyin-the-rails-Crews-clear-tracks-for-South-Coast-Rail-project Source:heraldnews.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA New plan calls for 148 homes in Amesbury http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1910036275/New-plan-calls-for-148-homes Source:newburyportnews.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Lenox Plaza upgrade to start in Aug. http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15286041 Source:berkshireeagle.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Greener transportation for Massachusetts http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/14/greener_transportation_for_massachusetts/ Source:boston.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Cape lobster industry faces crisis http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100613/NEWS/6130340/-1/NEWS01 Source:capecodonline.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. Chief Justice Gets No Confidence Vote After Union Ruling http://www.wbur.org/2010/06/10/mulligan-no-confidence Source:wbur.org 11 June 2010 Boston MA Redevelopment Authority lawyer bows out of casino deal http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1417293826/Redevelopment-Authority-lawyer-bows-out-of-casino-deal Source:heraldnews.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA State Street Pressured to Take a Stand in Shaws Strike http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1313 Source : openmediaboston.org 11 June 2010 Boston MA State sets aside key rule on energy http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/11/state_sets_aside_key_rule_on_energy/ Source : boston.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA City could face more contract difficulties http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/11/city_could_face_more_contract_difficulties/ Source:boston.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Swampscott receives grant for wind study http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/06/11/news/news10.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Union prez vows to review ROTC instructors request http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100610union_prez_vows_to_review_rotc_instructors_request_dues_diligence/srvc=home&position=also Source:news.bostonherald.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Bourne Firefighters Union Fights Oath Rule http://www.firefightingnews.com/article-us.cfm?articleID=80194 Source:firefightingnews.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Nursing Strike: The First Flexing of New Muscle by Empowered Unions http://industry.bnet.com/healthcare/10002895/nursing-strike-the-first-flexing-of-new-muscle-by-empowered-unions/ Source:industry.bnet.com 11 June 2010 Boston MA Immigrant Organizations and Allies Protest Anti-Immigrant Legislation http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1314 Source:openmediaboston.org 11 June 2010 Boston MA Doctors worry about health of existing force http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/06/10/doctors_worry_about_health_of_existing_force/ Source:boston.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Local wind power projects get grants http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1602634746/Local-wind-power-projects-get-grants Source:patriotledger.com 9 June 2010 Boston MA State presses insurers to add low-cost plan options http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/06/10/state_presses_insurers_to_add_low_cost_plan_options/ Source:boston.com 9 June 2010 Boston MA Franklin High renovation plans progress http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1602634686/Franklin-High-renovation-plans-progress Source:milforddailynews.com 9 June 2010 Boston MA Adams Looks to Developer for Lodge and Conference Center http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/06/09/a_last_resort_effort_in_berkshires/ Source:boston.com 9 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. Labor Secretary Pushes Summer Jobs Bill http://www.wbur.org/2010/06/07/summer-jobs-bill Source:wbur.org 9 June 2010 Boston MA Boston hospital group settles overtime lawsuit http://news.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/healthcare/view/20100609boston_hospital_group_settles_overtime_lawsuit/srvc=home&position=also Source:news.bostonherald.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Emotions high in casino debate http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/09/emotions_high_in_casino_debate/ Source:boston.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA SouthCoast casino backers converge on the Statehouse http://www.heraldnews.com/topstories/x1932553660/SouthCoast-casino-backers-converge-on-the-Statehouse Source:heraldnews.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Patrick Signs On To Wind Energy Consortium http://www.wbur.org/2010/06/08/wind-energy-consortium Source:wbur.org 8 June 2010 Boston MA Longmeadow approves high school and Greenfield nixes selling sewage http://www.wggb.com/Global/story.asp?S=12619584 Source:wggb.com 8 June 2010 Boston MA Greener transportation for Massachusetts http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/greenblog/2010/06/a_greener_way_of_getting_aroun.html Source:boston.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Tech center work begins http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/06/tech_center_work_begins.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Many applaud $19M mixed-use project http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15256503 Source:berkshireeagle.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Labor Journalist Says Fired for Organizing http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1260046 Source:bostonherald.com 8 June 2010 Boston MA Lakeville town meeting approves tax break for Sysco http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x1602634358/Lakeville-town-meeting-approves-tax-break-for-Sysco Source:enterprisenews.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA More Massachusetts budget cuts feared http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100609more_massachusetts_budget_cuts_feared/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Sale not yet OKd, Caritas aims to expand http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/06/09/caritas_already_taking_steps_to_buy_other_hospitals/ Source:boston.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA A Tale of Two Recessions http://www.newsweek.com/blogs/jobbed/2010/06/04/tale-of-two-recession-unemployment-disparities-continue.html Source:newsweek.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Longmeadow election to decide high school construction project http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/06/longmeadow_election_to_decide.html Source:masslive.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Kerry: Massachusetts Receives $1.7 Million More For Weatherization http://bignews.biz/?id=880661&keys=Senator-John-Kerry-WeatherizationTraining Source:bignews.biz 7 June 2010 Boston MA Turbine is blowing in the wind http://www.telegram.com/article/20100607/NEWS/6070323/1101 Source:telegram.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Contractors given break from penalties http://www.eagletribune.com/newhampshire/x1910028827/Contractors-given-break-from-penalties Source:eagletribune.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Quincy Medical Center chief has a blueprint for revival http://www.patriotledger.com/highlight/x682903060/Quincy-Medical-Center-chief-has-a-blueprint-for-revival Source:patriotledger.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA UMass hospital group union ratifies new contract http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100603umass_hospital_group_union_ratifies_new_contract/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Marking Golden Anniversary of Bostons Historic Poem http://www.boston.com/ae/books/articles/2010/06/05/mark_feeney_reflects_on_lowells_for_the_union_dead_on_the_poems_golden_anniversary/ Source:boston.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Rep Says Roe says union legislation quote, deader than a doornail http://www.timesnews.net/article.php?id=9023675 Source:timesnews.net 7 June 2010 Boston MA More woes for Trial Court after $30M hit http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100606more_woes_for_trial_court_after_30m_hit/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 7 June 2010 Boston MA Trumka sees labor as quote, unpredictable partners for Democrats in 2010 http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/101283-trumka-sees-labor-as-unpredictable-partners-for-dems-in-2010 Source:thehill.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Optimism Growing in Anticipation of Strong Jobs Report http://www.ere.net/2010/06/02/optimism-growing-in-anticipation-of-strong-jobs-report/ Source:ere.net 3 June 2010 Boston MA Danvers Seafood processor fined USD 214,500 for violations http://www.fis.com/fis/worldnews/worldnews.asp?monthyear=&day=3&id=36790&l=e&special=&ndb=1%20target= Source:fis.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA UMass hospital group union ratifies new contract http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100603umass_hospital_group_union_ratifies_new_contract/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Nurses union files grievance http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_15210376 Source:berkshireeagle.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Senate to propose licensing 3 casinos http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/03/senate_to_propose_licensing_3_casinos/ Source:boston.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Patrick administration says it is creating a green DOT http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/06/patrick_adminis_2.html Source:boston.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Mashpee eyes green projects http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100603/NEWS/6030321/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Experts: EMT probe could spawn legal shockwaves http://www.fireengineering.com/index/articles/Wire_News_Display/1198130533.html Source:fireengineering.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Firefighters award aired at contentious hearing http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/06/by_andrew_ryan_2.html Source:boston.com 3 June 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts business confidence returns to positive territory http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1218688941/Massachusetts-business-confidence-returns-to-positive-territory Source:patriotledger.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Hospital project, intersection improvements slated http://www.wickedlocal.com/hingham/news/x11203742/Hospital-project-intersection-improvements-slated Source:wickedlocal.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA House votes to extend jobless benefits http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/05/29/house_votes_to_extend_unemployment_benefits/ Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA National Abatement fined $14k for asbestos violations http://www.mesotheliomanews.com/2010/06/02/national-abatement/ Source:mesotheliomanews.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Mass. Gov. Patrick skeptical of immigration plan http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/06/01/mass_gov_patrick_skeptical_of_immigration_plan/ Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Bill OKd to ease health cost load http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/29/bill_okd_to_ease_health_cost_load/ Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Family Business Owners Lose on Health Insurance Tax Credits http://www.emaxhealth.com/1275/72/36746/family-business-owners-lose-health-insurance-tax-credits.html Source:emaxhealth.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind future hangs on power purchase price (Subscription) http://www.windpowermonthly.com/news/login/1006695/ Source:windpowermonthly.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Meetings planned for city bigwigs to debate firefighters contract http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100602meetings_planned_for_city_bigwigs_to_debate_firefighters_contract/ Source:bostonherald.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA New Solar Generation Site in Whitinsville http://www.tradingmarkets.com/news/stock-alert/ngg_national-grid-completes-new-solar-generation-site-in-whitinsville-mass--956471.html Source:tradingmarkets.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA State trying again for $250m US education grant http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/05/31/state_trying_again_for_250m_us_education_grant/ Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Report: Holyoke computing center decision near http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/06/report_holyoke.html Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA HP Job Cut Could Hit Mass http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/06/02/hewlett_packard_to_cut_9000_jobs_as_focus_changes/ Source:boston.com 2 June 2010 Boston MA Senate nixes change to contractor law http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/28/senate_nixes_change_to_contractor_law/ Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Shaws employees protest in Cambridges Central Square http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/business/x599318804/Shaws-protestors-march-through-Central-Square Source:wickedlocal.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Local faith groups lend support to Shaws marchers http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/medford/2010/05/local_churches_welcome_shaw.html Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA A Massachusetts Move on Immigration Law http://www.nytimes.com/2010/05/28/us/28mass.html Source:nytimes.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts set to benefit from photovoltaic project http://solar.coolerplanet.com/News/19805946-massachusetts-set-to-benefit-from-photovoltaic-project.aspx Source:solar.coolerplanet.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Medford, Melrose to tackle school projects as Green Communities http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/medford/2010/05/medford_melrose_to_tackle_scho.html Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Health care at heart of Shaws strike http://www.baystatebanner.com/local12-2010-05-27 Source:www.baystatebanner.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA No jail time for two convicted in Big Dig concrete case http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/27/no_jail_time_for_two_convicted_in_big_dig_concrete_case/ Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Strikers March from Methuen to Boston to Win Justice at Shaws http://labornotes.org/blogs/2010/05/strikers-march-methuen-boston-win-justice-shaws Source:labornotes.org 27 May 2010 Boston MA Utility set to switch on largest Mass. solar facility http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/05/27/national_grid_set_to_turn_on_largest_mass_solar_facility/ Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Fall River cuts deal with tribe http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100527/NEWS/5270327/-1/NEWS01&ana=e_boston_blog Source:capecodonline.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Consumer confidence climbs again in Massachusetts http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x550154583/Consumer-confidence-climbs-again-in-Massachusetts?ana=e_boston_blog Source:patriotledger.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA OSHA Fines Contractor $61,000 Following Workers 30-Foot Fall http://ohsonline.com/articles/2010/05/27/osha-cites-contractor-61000-after-workers-30-foot-fall.aspx?admgarea=news Source:ohsonline.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Another step forward for Marshall Simonds renovation http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/burlington/2010/05/another_step_forward_for_marsh.html Source:boston.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Monomoy Lighthouse plans scaled back http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100527/NEWS/5270323/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA State approves Methuen High money http://www.eagletribune.com/local/x712223090/State-approves-Methuen-High-money Source:eagletribune.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Hudson school plan awaits green light http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x88775122/Hudson-school-plan-awaits-green-light Source:metrowestdailynews.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Landmark Center may grow http://bostonherald.com/business/real_estate/view.bg?articleid=1257639&srvc=business&position=3 Source:bostonherald.com 27 May 2010 Boston MA Cahill To Release Funds for School Projects Six Weeks Early http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/05/26/news/7421102.txt Source:thesunchronicle.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Boston feels British Airways strike http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/26/boston_feels_british_airways_strike/ Source:boston.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Huff Post : $1 Trillion for Wars Makes No Sense By Any Measure http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mary-zerkel/1-trillion-for-wars-makes_b_589262.html Source:huffingtonpost.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Governor announces grant opportunities for green communities http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/features/x88774954/Hopkinton-gets-green-community-distinction-from-governor Source:metrowestdailynews.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA States face hurdles in cutting worker benefits http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE64N58820100524?feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews Source:reuters.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA FedEx Implements New Standards For Contractors http://www.truckinginfo.com/news/news-detail.asp?news_id=70534 Source:truckinginfo.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Johnson deserves new contract http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100526/OPINION/5260337/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Union backs state quest for schools grant http://www.boston.com/news/local/rhode_island/articles/2010/05/26/union_backs_state_quest_for_schools_grant/ Source:boston.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Amid Patronage Controversy, Hard-Line, Secretive Approach Scrutinized http://www.wbur.org/2010/05/26/probation-kids Source:wbur.org 26 May 2010 Boston MA American Superconductor targets new turbines http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/05/24/daily19.html?surround=lfn Source:boston.bizjournals.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Sonic Eyes Haverhill http://www.eagletribune.com/haverhill/x1174309781/City-hopes-to-jolt-its-economy-with-a-Sonic-boom Source:eagletribune.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Microsoft to expand in Cambridge http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1257393&srvc=business&position=4 Source:bostonherald.com 26 May 2010 Boston MA Shaws workers start 1st leg of 60-mile march http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/24/shaws_workers_start_1st_leg_of_60_mile_march/ Source:boston.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Surplus is focus of campaign battle http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/05/24/campaigns_focus_on_handling_of_mass_surplus_rainy_day_fund/ Source:boston.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Hospital employees OK strike http://www.telegram.com/article/20100524/NEWS/5240369/1116 Source:telegram.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Quincy meeting to focus on proposed Moon Island wind turbine http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x258108286/Quincy-meeting-to-focus-on-proposed-Moon-Island-wind-turbine Source:patriotledger.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA LNG plant open for business http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/05/lng_plant_open_for_business.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA SEIU Organizers Target Bank Tellers http://www.suntimes.com/business/2304368,CST-NWS-bank23.article Source:suntimes.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Insurers may slash rates to hospitals http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/05/24/insurers_aim_to_cut_payments_to_hospitals_doctors_groups/ Source:boston.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Mass. economy speeds up, jobs coming, says forecast http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/05/mass_economy_sp.html Source:boston.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Two Massachusetts Men Plead Guilty to Asbestos Violations http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/may201020b.htm Source:mesotheliomaweb.org 24 May 2010 Boston MA Belchertown Waits on Green Communities Status http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/05/belchertown_to_learn_if_town_m.html Source:masslive.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Viewpoint: Massachusetts needs an economic development zone http://www.masslive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2010/05/viewpoint_massachusetts_econom.html Source:masslive.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA UMass grads stepping into recovering but challenging job environment http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100522/NEWS/5220330 Source:southcoasttoday.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA Mass Utilities : Hunger for Coal http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/24/hungry_for_coal/ Source:boston.com 24 May 2010 Boston MA AG Martha Coakley to review wind deal http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100521/NEWS/5210320/-1/NEWS01 Source:capecodonline.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Shaws strikers borrow from history http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/21/shaws_strikers_borrow_from_history/ Source:boston.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Mass. economy speeds up, jobs coming, says forecast http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/05/mass_economy_sp.html Source:boston.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Somerville play exposes dangers for day laborers http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=3957 Source:thesomervillenews.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA DeLeo : No sure bet on casino locale http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/05/no_sure_bet_on_casino_locale.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Paving projects OKd at two airports http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/21/paving_projects_okd_at_two_airports/ Source:boston.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Fall River Herald : Both projects can work http://www.heraldnews.com/opinions/x1381057273/OUR-VIEW-Both-projects-can-work Source:heraldnews.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA Harvard, Dartmouth Helped Deepen Crisis, Report Says http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-05-20/harvard-dartmouth-helped-deepen-crisis-report-says-update1-.html Source:businessweek.com 20 May 2010 Boston MA In Gardner, Union Raises Likely Mean Teacher Layoffs http://www.wbur.org/2010/05/19/gardner-teachers Source:wbur.org 20 May 2010 Boston MA Mass. unemployment slips to 9.2 percent in April http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/05/mass_unemployment_slips_to_92_percent_in_april.html Source:boston.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Lowell General Hospital celebrates launch of $95M expansion http://www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_15116386?ana=e_boston_blog Source:lowellsun.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Striking Shaws workers plan march http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/20/striking_shaws_workers_plan_march/ Source:boston.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Council President Ross threatens to reject fire arbitration award http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/05/council_preside.html Source:boston.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Confronting Blame-the-Worker Safety Programs http://labornotes.org/2010/05/confronting-blame-worker-safety-programs Source:labornotes.org 19 May 2010 Boston MA Education chief says 300,000 teachers could lose jobs http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/05/20/education_chief_says_300000_teachers_could_lose_jobs/ Source:boston.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Web posting prompts warning to Quincy school workers http://www.patriotledger.com/news/education/x289827491/Web-posting-prompts-warning-to-Quincy-school-workers Source:patriotledger.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Businesses tread a minefield of employment laws http://www.mvtimes.com/marthas-vineyard/article.php?id=750 Source:mvtimes.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Fall River offers up biopark alternatives http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/05/fall_river_offers_up_biopark_alternatives.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Rockport revives master plan http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x2023212983/Rockport-forum-tonight-revives-master-plan Source:gloucestertimes.com 19 May 2010 Boston MA Mass. Senate approves bill to contain health costs http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iJygWjHp2cVmeOPA7sqXEKXLLKzwD9FPI5K01 Source:AP 14 May 2010 Boston MA Harwich bus drivers reject proposed union http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100519/NEWS/5190316/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA New Bedford woos biotech park (subscription) http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100519/NEWS/5190313 Source:southcoasttoday.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Menino outlines how city would pay firefighters raises http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/19/menino_outlines_how_city_would_pay_firefighters_raises/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Pfizer to slash 300 workers from Andover plant http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1255774&srvc=business&position=3 Source:bostonherald.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Regulate or Capitulate? http://inthesetimes.com/article/5996/regulate_or_capitulate Source:inthesetimes.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Two Massachusetts Workers Plead Guilty to Illegal Asbestos Handling http://www.asbestos.net/news/two-massachusetts-workers-plead-guilty-to-illegal-asbestos-handling.html Source:asbestos.net 14 May 2010 Boston MA Housing starts strong but recovery still shaky http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE63F2NT20100518?feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews Source:reuters.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Teen job wasteland http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1255772&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Tensions grow as Boston prepares for teacher contract talks http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/05/18/tensions_grow_as_boston_prepares_for_teacher_contract_talks/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Hospital Clashes with Mass Nurses Over ULPs http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15106623 Source:berkshireeagle.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Ground broken for new Springfield Tech School http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-28/127417281862710.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Gas Companies Fall Short On Safety Regulations http://www.thebostonchannel.com/mostpopular/23583169/detail.html Source:thebostonchannel.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Tribe switches casino locale to Fall River http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100518/NEWS/5180330/-1/NEWS01 Source:capecodonline.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Mass District Court Finds Janitorial Franchisees are Employees http://www.mondaq.com/unitedstates/article.asp?articleid=100546 Source:mondaq.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Fall River Redevelopment Authority hears public comment on casino http://www.heraldnews.com/business/x968922372/Fall-River-Redevelopment-Authority-hears-public-comment-on-casino Source:heraldnews.com 15 May 2010 Boston MA A comparative analysis of state renewable energy standards http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/05/where-the-wind-blows-and-sun-shines Source:renewableenergyworld.com 15 May 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick: No undue pressure for Patriots project http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100517gov_patrick_no_undue_pressure_for_patriots_project/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Opinion : Teens need Senates help for summer jobs http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100518/OPINION/5180337 Source:southcoasttoday.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA CORI Reform Advocates Keep Up Pressure on State Legislators http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1283 Source:openmediaboston.org 14 May 2010 Boston MA Union workers win record $30M back pay http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100516union_workers_win_record_30m_back_pay/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Toxic Legacy: A long process from approval and construction to remediation http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100516/NEWS/5160335/-1/NEWSMAP Source:southcoasttoday.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Workplace Set to Remain Key Source of Health Coverage http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703950804575242601354634026.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines Source:online.wsj.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Fenway Center start would boost other Pike projects http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100516coming_up_for_air_rights_fenway_center_start_would_boost_other_pike_projects/srvc=home&position=7 Source:bostonherald.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Brockton lays off 480 school teachers http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/05/15/brockton_lays_off_480_school_teachers/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Facing a class struggle of sorts http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100516/BIZ/5160319/-1/NEWS Source:capecodonline.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Power pact buoys Cape Wind http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100516/NEWS/5160331/-1/NEWS01&ana=e_boston_blog Source:online.wsj.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA LETTER: State rep cares about workers http://www.heraldnews.com/opinions/x289818240/LETTER-State-rep-cares-about-workers-05-15-10 Source:heraldnews.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Work crews finish Sagamore fixes early http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/16/work_crews_beat_the_tourist_rush_finish_sagamore_fixes_early/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Taunton cop says City Council should discipline department head http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x2084246901/Taunton-cop-says-City-Council-should-discipline-department-head Source:tauntongazette.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA 8th annual breast cancer walk raises $5.8m http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/17/8th_annual_breast_cancer_walk_raises_58m/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Amesbury will add another restaurant http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1414103224/Amesbury-adds-another-restaurant-downtown Source:newburyportnews.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts contractor fined $136,000 for asbestos violations http://www.mesotheliomanews.com/2010/05/13/massachusetts-contractor-fined-136000-for-asbestos-violations/ Source:mesotheliomanews.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA The search for a national solution to our transit woes http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/14/the_search_for_a_national_solution_to_our_transit_woes/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Teachers union, Johnson reach stalemate on plan http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/05/14/teachers_union_johnson_reach_stalemate_on_plan/ Source:boston.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Firedog Lake Rips Kerry Bill on Warming http://seminal.firedoglake.com/diary/47636 Source:seminal.firedoglake.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Household Electric Bills Will Rise Only Slightly Under Cape Wind Deal http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?25405 Source:mvgazette.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Lawmakers pushing to strengthen domestic violence laws in state http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/05/14/news/7389193.txt Source:thesunchronicle.com 14 May 2010 Boston MA Nurses Rally Renews Debate Over Mandatory Staffing Ratios http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/721714 Source:medscape.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Silent Spring water tests reveal contamination http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100513/NEWS/5130327/-1/NEWS01 Source:capecodonline.com 13 May 2010 Boston MA Contractor Cited for Cave-in Hazards, Other Trenching Violations http://ohsonline.com/articles/2010/05/12/contractor-cited-for-cave-in-hazards.aspx?admgarea=news Source:ohsonline.com 13 May 2010 Boston MA State to force stores to post graphic signs vs. smoking http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/05/13/state_to_force_stores_to_post_graphic_signs_vs_smoking/ Source:boston.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA GLOBE : Wind Power benefits justify extra cost http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/13/though_wind_power_isnt_free_benefits_justify_extra_cost/ Source:boston.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Peabody to join in hunt for fed cash http://www.salemnews.com/local/x334290726/Peabody-to-join-in-hunt-for-fed-cash Source:salemnews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Malden riled by lack of local job hires http://www.boston.com/yourtown/malden/articles/2010/05/12/malden_riled_by_lack_of_local_job_hires/ Source:boston.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA AG, insurers agree to cut in employers costs http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/12/ag_insurers_agree_to_cut_in_employers_costs/ Source:boston.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Recruits Teachers for Underperforming Schools http://www.wggb.com/Global/story.asp?S=12459672 Source:wggb.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Justices void UML contract with developer http://www.lowellsun.com/ci_15060578 Source:lowellsun.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Grant for dam removal gets green light http://www.tauntongazette.com/features/x1920417527/Taunton-dam-removal-project-wins-99-000-grant Source:tauntongazette.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Newburyport Parking garage to move into second phase of plan http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x334286538/Parking-garage-to-move-into-second-phase-of-plan Source:newburyportnews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Ashland schools get $5M state windfall http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1773731083/Ashland-schools-get-5M-state-windfall Source:metrowestdailynews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Cost Concerns Over, quote, Big Wind http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100512billions_for_big_wind_cape_plan_feeds_fear_of_costly_boondoggle/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Cambridge teacher to head MTA http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/cambridge/2010/05/cambridge_teacher_to_head_mass.html Source:boston.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA MIT labor relations prof to review BFD contract http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100511mit_labor_relations_prof_to_review_bfd_contract/ Source:bostonherald.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Letter : No oil spills with Cape Wind http://www.newburyportnews.com/opinion/x1414089499/No-oil-spills-with-Cape-Wind Source:newburyportnews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Biopark... or Casino? http://www.heraldnews.com/newsnow/x289809843/Rodrigues-wants-biopark-progress-not-angry-yet-about-casino-plan Source:heraldnews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA SouthCoast on Cash for Caulkers http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100509/OPINION/5090342/-1/NEWS01 Source:southcoasttoday.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Amesbury Planning Board shows no support for CVS plan http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1414089977/Amesbury-Planning-Board-shows-no-support-for-CVS-plan Source:newburyportnews.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA Pittsfield Board Recommends Airport Request http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_15058594?source=most_viewed Source:berkshireeagle.com 11 May 2010 Boston MA High-profile failures raise worry http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/10/failures_raise_questions_about_quality_of_big_projects/ Source:boston.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Clamp in Weston wasnt reinforced http://www.wbz.com/topnews/Clamp-in-Weston-wasn-t-reinforced/7004078 Source:wbz.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Arbitrator defends pay raise for Boston firefighters http://www.necn.com/05/07/10/Arbitrator-defends-pay-raise-for-Boston-/landing_newengland.html?blockID=230946&feedID=4206 Source:necn.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Globe : Police OT should be for crime-fighting http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/10/police_overtime_should_be_for_crime_fighting_not_meetings/ Source:boston.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA 18 T operators punished under year-old texting ban http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/07/18_t_operators_punished_under_year_old_texting_ban/ Source:boston.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Lynn senior facility funds at risk http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2010/05/10/news/news02.txt Source:itemlive.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Some Worcester officials want no business with Arizona http://www.telegram.com/article/20100510/NEWS/5100361/1116 Source:telegram.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA Total compensation costs rose 2% in Boston http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/05/total_compensat.html Source:boston.com 10 May 2010 Boston MA $32M Middle School Renovation on Town Meeting Agenda http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/burlington/2010/05/a_look_at_burlingtons_town_mee.html Source:boston.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Shop talk : Patrick and Baker camps spar over PLAs http://www.tauntongazette.com/opinions/x2084228897/OUR-VIEW-Workplace-safety-is-worth-every-penny Source:tauntongazette.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA MWRA Calls For Independent Review Of Pipe Break http://www.wbur.org/2010/05/06/pipe-review Source:wbur.org 6 May 2010 Boston MA Patrick pledges up to $200m to jump-start construction http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/05/06/patrick_pledges_up_to_200m_to_jump_start_construction/ Source:boston.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Tufts Medical Center Signs Agreement with OSHA, Pays $5,000 Fine http://www.fiercehealthcare.com/press-releases/tufts-medical-center-signs-agreement-osha-pays-5-000-fine-numerous-violations-trackin Source:fiercehealthcare.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Gazette: Workplace safety is worth every penny http://www.telegram.com/article/20100506/NEWS/5060723/1020 Source:telegram.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Salems big project stirs Lynn storm http://www.salemnews.com/local/x500182053/Salems-big-project-stirs-Lynn-storm Source:salemnews.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Boston Fed chief pessimistic on jobs http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100506boston_feds_chief_pessimistic_on_jobs/srvc=business&position=also?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bostonherald.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Towns health care bill triggers pain http://www.boston.com/yourtown/framingham/articles/2010/05/06/towns_health_care_bill_triggers_pain/ Source:boston.com 6 May 2010 Boston MA Hopkinton Town Meeting OKs green building requirement http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x540644116/Hopkinton-Town-Meeting-OKs-green-building-requirement Source:metrowestdailynews.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Utility crews scramble to restore power to Western Massachusetts http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/05/utility_crews_scramble_to_rest.html Source:masslive.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Trumka says Dems aggressive posture helps election chances http://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/95789-trumka-says-dems-aggressive-posture-helps-election-chances Source:thehill.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Marblehead voters approve new $28.8M school at Town Meeting http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/05/05/news/news19.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA A Teachable Moment http://www.fastcompany.com/1636633/a-teachable-moment Source:fastcompany.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts AG Reaches Settlement with Companies over Air, Waste Violations http://www.recyclingtoday.com/massachusetts-ag-asbestos-fine.aspx Source:recyclingtoday.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Hamp hospital cuts jobs http://www.masslive.com/metrowest/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-26/1273043789159050.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Capuano, Jackson join labor in push for transit funding change http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x1042481077/Capuano-Jackson-join-labor-in-push-for-transit-funding-change Source:dailynewstranscript.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA MIT Clean Energy Prize names two Mass. teams as finalists http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/05/03/daily27-MIT-Clean-Energy-Prize-names-two-Mass-teams-as-finalists.html Source:masshightech.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Mass. business confidence rises in April http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/05/mass_business_c_20.html Source:boston.com 5 May 2010 Boston MA Boil water order is lifted for 2M in Boston area http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5geDUvZfc7dzGJd8oa6hV7msLnuEwD9FFTLQO1 Source:AP 3 May 2010 Boston MA Break in Boston Pipe Is Repaired http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704342604575222212553949510.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines Source:online.wsj.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Bottling plant kicks into high gear to answer urgent call for help http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/04/ayer_bottling_plant_kicks_into_high_gear_to_meet_need/ Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Held captive by labor? Hardly http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/05/04/held_captive_by_labor_hardly/ Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind project will be big test for offshore wind energy http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2010/0503/Cape-Wind-project-will-be-big-test-for-offshore-wind-energy Source:csmonitor.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Repeal sought for Massachusetts 40B affordable housing law http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x1042479094/Repeal-of-Massachusetts-40B-housing-law-sought Source:dailynewstranscript.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Downtown Inc. inks plan for Pittsfield http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/05/downtown_inc_inks_plan_for_pittsfield.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Workers repairing water pipe; Boil order still in effect for 2 million http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/02/water_main_break/ Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA MGH staff calmly adjusts routines http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/03/mgh_staff_calmly_rises_to_take_on_challenge/ Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Tens of thousands demonstrate on May Day in defense of immigrants http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/may2010/mayd-m03.shtml Source:wsws.org 3 May 2010 Boston MA Feds earmark $22.1m for Mass. energy projects http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/04/feds_earmark_22.html Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Lobby for towns, cities accused of having conflict of interest http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/03/lobby_for_massachusetts_municipalities_accused_of_having_conflict_of_interest/ Source:boston.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA So-Called Experts red-hot over green jobs http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100502experts_red-hot_over_green_jobs_feds_spend_8m_to_define_trendy_80b_term/srvc=home&position=also Source:news.bostonherald.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA With Federal Stamp of Approval, Cape Wind Pumps Green Job Prospects http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5928/cape_wind_pumps_green_job_prospects/ Source:inthesetimes.com 3 May 2010 Boston MA Decision puts the state at the forefront of wind industry, business leaders say http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2010/04/29/decision_puts_the_state_at_the_forefront_of_wind_industry_business_leaders_say/ Source:boston.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA At least 20 suffer minor injuries in major T station fire http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/04/at_least_20_suf.html Source:boston.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA Trash workers owed $1.3m in pay http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/30/trash_workers_owed_13m_in_pay/ Source:boston.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA UMass team gets $1 million http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-27/127261193734720.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA National Grid teams on brightfields deal http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/04/26/daily49.html?surround=lfn Source:boston.bizjournals.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA Reassigned Teachers Call On BPS For More Information http://www.wbur.org/2010/04/29/reassigned-teachers Source:wbur.org 30 April 2010 Boston MA Labor force polarized as middle-skill jobs disappear: report http://www.marketwatch.com/story/labor-force-polarized-as-middle-skill-jobs-vanish-2010-04-30?reflink=MW_news_stmp Source:marketwatch.com 30 April 2010 Boston MA Kerry backs Mass. wind farm plan if Salazar does http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9FBJKL84.htm Source:businessweek.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Kirk invokes Kennedy in Cape Wind blast http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2010/04/kirk_invokes_kennedy_in_cape_wind_blast.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source:bizjournals.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Study finds 62 work-related deaths last year in Massachusetts http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x457997016/Study-finds-62-work-related-deaths-last-year-in-Massachusetts Source:enterprisenews.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Residents seek say on bridge project http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1687726831/Residents-seek-say-on-bridge-project Source:newburyportnews.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Chiofaro renews push for harbor tower plan http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/04/26/daily23.html?surround=lfn Source:boston.bizjournals.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Braintree school improvement projects outlined http://www.wickedlocal.com/braintree/topstories/x932358814/Braintree-school-improvement-projects-outlined Source:wickedlocal.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $4.8 Million For Workforce Training Statewide http://www.thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-invests-4-8-million-for-workforce-training-statewide-29123.html Source:thegovmonitor.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Fight grows over shift of seniors health plan http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/28/fight_grows_over_shift_of_seniors_health_plan/ Source:boston.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Southwest plans to boost Hub service, local staff http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/28/southwest_plans_to_boost_hub_service_local_staff/ Source:boston.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Census takers start knocking on doors Saturday http://www.eagletribune.com/haverhill/x1687726803/Census-takers-start-knocking-on-doors-Saturday Source:eagletribune.com 28 April 2010 Boston MA Canadian co. sues Mass. over green energy law http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100427canadian_co_sues_mass_over_green_energy_law/srvc=business&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Walk with workers celebrates labor at Harvard and beyond http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x57966955/Guest-commentary-Walk-with-workers-celebrates-labor-at-Harvard-and-beyond Source:wickedlocal.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Wind Project Is Crucial Step for U.S. Sector http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/04/27/wind-project-is-crucial-step-for-u-s-industry/?src=busln Source:dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Union strike hits Shaws harder http://tech.mit.edu/V130/N22/shaws.html Source:tech.mit.edu 27 April 2010 Boston MA National Grocery Workers Expand Shaws Strike Actions http://www.marketwatch.com/story/national-grocery-workers-expand-shaws-strike-actions-2010-04-26?reflink=MW_news_stmp Source:marketwatch.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Employee or contractor? Confusion can be costly for businesses, workers, government http://www.kansascity.com/2010/04/26/1904876/employee-or-contractor-confusion.html Source:kansascity.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Council split on green bill http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x993514746/Council-split-on-green-bill Source:newburyportnews.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Angst as teachers reapply for jobs http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/04/27/angst_as_teachers_reapply_for_jobs/ Source:boston.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Feds want ex-Brockton building official in prison http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/cops_and_courts/x457996553/Feds-want-ex-Brockton-building-official-in-prison Source:enterprisenews.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Baker: Let local govts. hike costs to workers, retirees http://www.telegram.com/article/20100427/NEWS/4270413/1116 Source:telegram.com 27 April 2010 Boston MA Memorial service honors workers Lost on the Job http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-28/127209353262310.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA East Coast governors press Salazar to approve Cape Wind http://thehill.com/blogs/e2-wire/677-e2-wire/94243-e2-round-up-salazar-under-pressure-as-cape-wind-decision-nears-oil-leaks-from-sunken-gulf-of-mexico-rig-site-and-developing-nations-push-for-climate-pact Source:thehill.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Investigation continues in Mass. gas plant blast http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100425investigation_continues_in_mass_gas_plant_blast/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Suffolk Construction sued over Boston work http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1250084&position=1 Source:bostonherald.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Electrical workers union takes aim at Boston think tank http://blogs.wickedlocal.com/massmarkets/2010/04/23/electrical-workers-union-takes-aim-at-boston-think-tank/ Source:blogs.wickedlocal.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA AG: N.H. firm cited on numerous charges http://www.wickedlocal.com/winchester/newsnow/x57968593/AG-N-H-firm-cited-on-numerous-charges Source:wickedlocal.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Strike averted at Morton Hospital http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x57965190/Strike-averted-at-Morton-Hospital Source:heraldnews.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Trucking Rivals Fight Lobbying Battle Over Legislation http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126232378 Source:npr.org 26 April 2010 Boston MA Fatally injured worker quote, loved by everybody http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x43872239/Fatally-injured-worker-loved-by-everybody Source:tauntongazette.com 26 April 2010 Boston MA Census follow-up begins http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20100425/NEWS03/304259978 Source:watertowndailytimes.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Earth Day at 40 http://www.telegram.com/article/20100422/NEWS/4220668/1116 Source:telegram.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Shaws labor dispute draws Gloucester protest http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x1687719840/Shaws-labor-dispute-draws-Gloucester-protest Source:gloucestertimes.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. asbestos removal company will pay $27K http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/226736-mass.-asbestos-removal-company-will-pay-27k Source:legalnewsline.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Police turn up heat on civilian flaggers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/22/police_turn_up_heat_on_civilian_flaggers/ Source:boston.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Boston EMS calls on AG Martha Coakley to join flick gig flap http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view.bg?articleid=1249158&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Obama to outline Wall St vision http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/70f7c382-4da5-11df-9560-00144feab49a.html Source:ft.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA SEIUs Burger campaigns on White House ties http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0410/SEIUs_Burger_campaigns_on_White_House_ties.html Source:politico.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA School committee seeks mediation in talks with teachers http://www.wickedlocal.com/sandwich/news/x932344176/School-committee-seeks-mediation-in-talks-with-teachers Source:wickedlocal.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Council, quote, torn over jakes $74M raise http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1248809&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Harkins and Linsky back package to bring casinos and slots to Mass http://www.wickedlocal.com/sherborn/news/x1394800661/Harkins-and-Linsky-back-package-to-bring-casinos-and-slots-to-Mass Source:wickedlocal.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Firefighters, EMTs cash in on movie-set gigs http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1248792&srvc=home&position=emailed Source:news.bostonherald.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts to crack down on violence against healthcare workers http://www.fiercehealthcare.com/story/massachusetts-crack-down-violence-against-healthcare-workers/2010-04-19 Source:fiercehealthcare.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Hiring up, but work force grows, too http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100421/BIZ/4210308/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA For women, its still 77 cents for every $1 earned by a man http://boston.com/community/blogs/on_liberty/2010/04/weve_come_a_long_way_babybut_w.html Source:boston.com 21 April 2010 Boston MA Three myths about unemployment http://www.csmonitor.com/Money/Growthology/2010/0420/Three-myths-about-unemployment Source:csmonitor.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Panel OKs firefighter drug tests, 19% raise http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/20/panel_oks_firefighter_drug_tests_19_raise/ Source:boston.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA New EPA regulations pose obstacles for contractors http://www.eagletribune.com/punewsnh/local_story_109004953.html?keyword=topstory Source:eagletribune.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA North Shore WIB nets $210G in fed funds http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/04/20/news/news14.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA States new workforce chief inherits strained system http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/18/states_new_workforce_chief_inherits_strained_system/ Source:boston.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Hospital puts new ER on fast track http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/04/18/good_samaritan_puts_new_er_on_fast_track_in_brockton/ Source:boston.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA State funds pay off project http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-28/127149075311830.xml&coll=1 Source:masslive.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Going Green: A New Way For Public Housing In Boston http://www.clevelandleader.com/node/13604 Source:clevelandleader.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Interfaith group unites for environment http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/19/interfaith_group_unites_for_environment/ Source:boston.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA OPINION: Infrastructure should top communities priority list http://www.tauntongazette.com/opinions/x932344918/GUEST-OPINION-Infrastructure-should-top-communities-priority-list Source:tauntongazette.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Wind power with a twist http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100420/BIZ/4200301/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 20 April 2010 Boston MA Unionization Drives Pay, Benefits Among Public Sector Workers http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x53547402/Pay-at-many-government-jobs-is-higher-than-in-private-sector Source:patriotledger.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Union aide aims to run for Lynchs House seat http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/19/union_aide_aims_to_run_for_lynchs_house_seat/ Source:boston.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Once unthinkable, health networks now drop elite hospitals http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/04/17/some_health_networks_drop_elite_hospitals/ Source:boston.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Hard times for Iraqi newcomers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/19/hard_times_for_iraqi_refugees_living_around_boston/ Source:boston.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Video shows racist attack on MBTA employee http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/local/video-shows-racial-attack-on-mbta-worker-20100417 Source:myfoxboston.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts School Bus Workers Join Teamsters Union http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/massachusetts-school-bus-workers-join-teamsters-union-91052824.html Source:prnewswire.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Local power provider reduces workforce http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/04/19/news/news13.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Hydro Projects Get $663,881 from Massachusetts http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/04/hydro-projects-get-us-663881-from-massachusetts Source:renewableenergyworld.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Boston-area union members protest at British consulate http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1260 Source:openmediaboston.org 19 April 2010 Boston MA Brown will meet with immigrants advocate http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/17/brown_to_meet_representative_of_student_immigrant_movement/ Source:boston.com 19 April 2010 Boston MA Students Arrested In Support of Sodexo Workers at Clark University http://www.seiu.org/2010/04/students-arrested-in-support-of-sodexo-workers-at-clark-university.php Source:seiu.org 16 April 2010 Boston MA Andy Stern: The exit interview http://voices.washingtonpost.com/ezra-klein/2010/04/andy_stern_the_exit_interview.html Source:voices.washingtonpost.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA House OKs 2 casinos, limited slots http://www.telegram.com/article/20100415/NEWS/4150710/1116 Source:telegram.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA President of Teamsters Local 25 Praises House on Gaming Legislation http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sean-m-obrien-president-of-teamsters-local-25-praises-the-massachusetts-house-of-representatives-for-passing-gaming-legislation-90891484.html Source:prnewswire.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA Study: Union Construction Jobs Help Economy http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/04/15/study-union-construction-jobs-help-economy/ Source:blog.aflcio.org 16 April 2010 Boston MA Tea Party movement confused about taxes and the Boston Tea Party http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/04/15/tea-party-movement-confused-about-taxes-and-the-boston-tea-party/ Source:walletpop.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA Fair Labor Standards Act amended to require, quote, breaks for nursing mothers http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=c9c6d8c1-3e78-49ef-8a68-4782ee892a98 Source:lexology.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA Board seeks teacher union contract mediation http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100415/NEWS/4150322/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 16 April 2010 Boston MA Decision on Cape Cod wind project due this month http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jaUBiTEILhdU5Hm5iPnopjTj9R3QD9F3F5AG2 Source:AP 15 April 2010 Boston MA Fed reports see state, nation on road to recovery http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100415fed_reports_see_state_nation_on_road_to_recovery/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Health care workers take another step closer to strike http://www.tauntongazette.com/highlight/x57950558/Health-care-workers-take-another-step-closer-to-strike Source:tauntongazette.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA MBTA fires employees over bus inspection scandal http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/04/mbta_fires_empl.html Source:boston.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA House passes bill to bring casinos, slots to Mass.; Senate votes next http://www.wickedlocal.com/gloucester/news/x749199102/House-passes-bill-to-bring-casinos-slots-to-Mass-Senate-votes-next Source:wickedlocal.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Boston Protestors Disrupt Palins Tea Party http://www.workers.org/2010/us/boston_0422/ Source:workers.org 15 April 2010 Boston MA Financial argument for downsizing Boston libraries dont add up http://www.wickedlocal.com/west-roxbury/fun/entertainment/books/x863096924/Financial-argument-for-downsizing-Boston-libraries-don-t-add-up Source:wickedlocal.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA FloDesign To Expand Wind Turbine Development in Massachusetts http://www.sustainablebusiness.com/index.cfm/go/news.display/id/20125 Source:sustainablebusiness.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick calls for end to Shaws strike http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100413gov_patrick_calls_for_end_to_shaws_strike/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Hundreds to Rally in Downtown Boston to Support Striking Shaws Workers http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/hundreds-to-rally-in-downtown,1249208.shtml Source:earthtimes.org 15 April 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop Reorg Means Job Losses http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x53546753/Stop-Shop-s-Quincy-corporate-office-rocked-by-reorganization Source patriotledger.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Company, Freetown and Berkley residents meet about quarry blasting project http://www.heraldnews.com/newsnow/x749198836/Company-Freetown-and-Berkley-residents-meet-about-quarry-blasting-project Source heraldnews.com 15 April 2010 Boston MA Teachers union blasts city schools overhaul plan http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/04/13/union_blasts_city_schools_overhaul_plan/ Source:boston.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA UNITE HERE reaches deal with new convention center concessionaire http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100412union_reaches_deal_with_new_convention_center_concessionaire/srvc=home&position=recent Source:news.bostonherald.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA What Sodexo Workers Are Fighting For http://www.seiu.org/2010/04/what-sodexo-workers-are-fighting-for.php Source:seiu.org 13 April 2010 Boston MA House Takes Up Gambling Proposal http://www.wbur.org/2010/04/13/house-gambling Source:wbur.org 13 April 2010 Boston MA Spending on gambling would rise, study says http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/13/spending_on_gambling_would_rise_study_says/ Source:boston.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA Stimulus money funds Cape solar projects http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100413/NEWS/4130309/-1/NEWSMAP Source:capecodonline.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA Eagle-Trib : Casinos will not create a sustainable economy http://www.eagletribune.com/puopinion/local_story_103021225.html?keyword=topstory Source:eagletribune.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA Strange vibes for a team that has served SouthCoast well http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100413/NEWS/4130316/-1/NEWS06 Source:southcoasttoday.com 13 April 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Senate rejects hiring freeze on state workers http://www.wickedlocal.com/needham/news/x1060308217/Beacon-Hill-Roll-Call-Massachusetts-Senate-rejects-hiring-freeze-on-state-workers Source:wickedlocal.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Casino bill set to test governor candidates http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/12/casino_bill_set_to_test_governor_candidates/ Source:boston.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA For DeLeo, casino politics is personal http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/11/personal_quest_drives_deleos_push_on_gambling_bill/ Source:boston.com 12 April 2010 Boston MA Skilled manufacturing makes gains in Mass http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1246287 Source:bostonherald.com 12 April 2010 Boston MA Globe : Picket lines increasingly rare sight http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/11/picket_lines_increasingly_rare_sight_as_the_ranks_of_organized_labor_thin/ Source:boston.com 12 April 2010 Boston MA Patrick campaign gears up http://www.telegram.com/article/20100411/NEWS/4110501/1116 Source:telegram.com 12 April 2010 Boston MA Beeman Slams Responsible Employer Ordinance http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100411/OPINION/4110347 Source:southcoasttoday.com 12 April 2010 Boston MA SEIU at the Crossroads http://www.beyondchron.org/articles/SEIU_at_the_Crossroads_8004.html Source:beyondchron.org 12 April 2010 Boston MA Update on April 12 Haskon March in Taunton http://www.gsmlaborcouncil.org/node/4994 Source:gsmlaborcouncil.org 9 April 2010 Boston MA Lynch supports striking workers at Shaws http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/04/some_mass_offic.html Source:boston.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Back Bay rescue: A job well done http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/04/09/back_bay_rescue_a_job_well_done/ Source:boston.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA NE Gas union says company policy puts residents at risk http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x863091093/NE-Gas-union-says-company-policy-puts-residents-at-risk Source:heraldnews.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA NH Arrests Mass Man for Texting While Driving http://www.usinsuranceonline.com/news/article/man-arrested-for-texting-while-driving-19710436 Source:usinsuranceonline.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Wind turbine firm gets grants to stay in Mass. http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/04/patrick_to_tout.html Source:boston.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. is getting $3.2m in health care training grants http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/04/mass_is_getting.html Source:boston.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Tisei: Economic development takes center stage in Senate http://www.wickedlocal.com/stoneham/news/lifestyle/columnists/x1664795063/Tisei-Economic-development-takes-center-stage-in-Senate Source:wickedlocal.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA Bishops oppose gambling bill http://www.thebostonpilot.com/article.asp?ID=11666 Source:thebostonpilot.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Dempsey: Need for jobs turns casino tide http://www.eagletribune.com/punewshh/local_story_099005411.html?keyword=secondarystory Source:eagletribune.com 9 April 2010 Boston MA AFL-CIO President Trumka Stresses Important of Labor Movement http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2010/4/8/trumka-workers-labor-movement/ Source:thecrimson.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Jobless in Mass. will still get aid http://www.boston.com/business/personalfinance/articles/2010/04/08/jobless_in_mass_will_still_get_aid/ Source:boston.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Clergy Meet with Hyatt, with Limited Results http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100408clergy_come_up_empty_in_hyatt_flap/srvc=business&position=recent_bullet Source:bostonherald.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Final chapter for 4 Boston libraries http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100408final_chapter_for_4_boston_libraries/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA At Fifty Cents a Month, Who Thinks Solar is Too Expensive? http://solar.coolerplanet.com/News/2010033102-at-fifty-cents-a-month-who-thinks-solar-is-too-expensive.aspx Source:solar.coolerplanet.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Union questions Fialkow disclosure http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/04/08/union_questions_fialkow_disclosure/ Source:boston.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA The road to building a new $42 million hospital http://www.mvtimes.com/marthas-vineyard/news/2010/04/08/new-hospital.php Source:mvtimes.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Next Round of MA Solar Rebates Coming Up http://www.getsolar.com/blog/next-round-of-ma-solar-rebates-coming-up/5419/ Source:getsolar.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA SEIU Protest ICE Abuses http://washingtonindependent.com/81595/union-members-protest-ice-abuses Source:washingtonindependent.com 8 April 2010 Boston MA Doctors, nurses decry Shaws action http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/06/doctors_nurses_decry_shaws_action/ Source:boston.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Report: Union jobs boost the economy http://www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_14828439 Source:lowellsun.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. company saves jobs, by saving energy http://www.necn.com/04/06/10/Mass-company-saves-jobs-by-saving-energy/landing_business.html?blockID=211239&feedID=4209 Source:necn.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Residential Energy Code Training Coming to Lenox http://www.iberkshires.com/story/34503/Residential-Energy-Code-Training-Coming-to-Lenox.html Source:iberkshires.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. home sales on the rise http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x905415041/Mass-home-sales-on-the-rise Source:metrowestdailynews.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Solar project clears hurdle http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_14833835 Source:berkshireeagle.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Cambridge seeks change to hotel laws http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/07/cambridge_seeks_change_to_hotel_laws/ Source:boston.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Religious officials have faith they can help fired Hyatt workers http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1245249&srvc=rss Source:bostonherald.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Laws put squeeze on freelancers http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/04/07/laws_put_squeeze_on_freelancers/ Source:boston.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Software maker CA to slash Massachusetts staff http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100406software_maker_ca_to_slash_massachusetts_staff/srvc=home&position=recent Source:bostonherald.com 7 April 2010 Boston MA Outburst underscores rifts in labor-Democrat alliance http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x1043117368/Outburst-underscores-rifts-in-labor-Democrat-alliance Source:dailynewstranscript.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Offshore Wind Farms in U.S. Should Be Linked, Researchers Say http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-05/offshore-wind-farms-in-u-s-should-be-linked-researchers-say.html Source:businessweek.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA City asks exempt sector for help http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/06/city_asks_exempt_sector_for_help/ Source:boston.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA BJs Moves Forward with Solar Installations http://www.marketwatch.com/story/bjs-wholesale-club-budgets-electricity-with-tioga-energys-solar-services-2010-04-06?reflink=MW_news_stmp Source:marketwatch.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. communities get $5M road, bridge repair hike http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9ER6CC80.htm Source:businessweek.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA LWSC workers seek new pact http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/04/05/news/news03.txt Source:thedailyitemoflynn.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA 9200 in Bay State Lose Access to Jobless Benefits http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/04/06/9200_in_bay_state_lose_access_to_jobless_benefits/ Source:boston.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Health tax may wallop towns http://www.boston.com/yourtown/budgetblues/2010/04/health_tax_may_wallop_towns.html Source:boston.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Unpaid Intern Work Debated http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2010/4/6/internships-unpaid-students-harvard/ Source:thecrimson.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Dont count Patrick out http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/05/dont_count_patrick_out/ Source:boston.com 6 April 2010 Boston MA Stripper Recounts Life as Independent Contractor, Reveals Consequences of New Mass Law http://dailycaller.com/2010/03/25/stripped-by-massachusetts/ Source:dailycaller.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA Workers and activists demand paid sick days http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x905413550/Workers-and-activists-demand-paid-sick-days Source:patriotledger.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA President thanks flood workers as area waits for waters to recede http://www.boston.com/news/local/rhode_island/articles/2010/04/02/president_thanks_relief_workers_as_area_waits_for_waters_to_recede/ Source:boston.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA Quincy Medical Center nurses accuse hospital management of unfair labor practices http://www.patriotledger.com/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/x905413296/Quincy-Medical-Center-nurses-accuse-hospital-management-of-unfair-labor-practices Source:patriotledger.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA Asbestos at site of proposed Walmart http://www.berkshireeagle.com/business/ci_14805350 Source:berkshireeagle.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA Contractor Fined For Hospital Asbestos Removal Job http://safety.blr.com/news.aspx?id=115699 Source:safety.blr.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA Mass. tries to keep congressional seats http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x905413550/Workers-and-activists-demand-paid-sick-days Source:patriotledger.com 2 April 2010 Boston MA DeLeo puts last touches on his slots, casinos bill http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/04/01/deleo_puts_last_touches_on_his_slots_casinos_bill/ Source:boston.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Casino supporters, opponents weigh in http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x905413052/Casino-supporters-opponents-weigh-in/ Source:metrowestdailynews.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Hyatt boycott fumble http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1243823&position=0 Source:bostonherald.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA House passes bill to protect nurses http://www.masslive.com/metrowest/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/1270106189249600.xml&coll=1 Source:bostonherald.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Industry Violence Bill Should Include ALL Healthcare Workers http://www.seiu.org/2010/03/industry-violence-bill-should-include-all-healthcare-workers.php Source:seiu.org 1 April 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind signs deal to buy offshore turbines http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2010/04/01/cape_wind_signs_deal_to_buy_offshore_turbines// Source:boston.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts to Announce New Phase of Two Solar PV Incentive Programs http://sunpluggers.com/states/massachusetts/2010/03/massachusetts-to-announce-new-phase-of-two-solar-pv-incentive-programs-000152.php Source:sunpluggers.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA ADP Says U.S. Companies Unexpectedly Cut Payrolls http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-03-31/adp-says-u-s-companies-unexpectedly-reduced-payrolls-in-march.html Source:businessweek.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Craig Becker Appointment Stirs Debate Over Economy, Politics http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-20001381-503544.html Source:cbsnews.com 1 April 2010 Boston MA Towns take closer look at quote, stretch code http://www.wickedlocal.com/wenham/news/x38425718/Towns-take-closer-look-at-stretch-code Source:wickedloal.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA Natick voters say yes to new high school, community center http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1176900025/Natick-voters-say-yes-to-new-high-school-community-center Source:metrowestdailynews.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA Lehigh : Patrick Courting trade unions http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/03/31/courting_trade_unions/ Source:boston.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. House Speaker Robert DeLeo plans to unveil casino bill http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/03/house_speaker_robert_deleo_pla.html/ Source:masslive.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA UMass-Springfield partners in educating with green job skills http://dailycollegian.com/2010/03/30/umass-springfield-partners-in-educating-with-green-job-skills/ Source:dailycollegian.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA Solaya Wins Massachusetts Wind Contract http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/03/solaya-wins-massachusetts-wind-contract Source:renewableenergyworld.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA House says leave film tax credit alone http://www.wickedlocal.com/plymouth/news/business/x1009766237/House-says-leave-film-tax-credit-alone Source:wickedlocal.com 31 March 2010 Boston MA As waters rise, state gets federal aid http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/30/guard_on_flood_alert_in_mass_as_rains_set_a_record/ Source:boston.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Stimulus Funds Put Painters Back To Work In Massachusetts http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/stimulus-funds-put-painters-back-to-work-in-massachusetts-26989.html Source:thegovmonitor.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Change of Heart : Bob Curley discusses the death penalty at BUs Thurman Center Wednesday http://www.bu.edu/today/2010/03/29/father-s-grief-and-change-heart Source:bu.edu 30 March 2010 Boston MA SEMASS workers win $980,000 labor ruling http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100330/NEWS/3300311/-1/NEWS10 Source:southcoasttoday.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Sites Narrowed For Jobs Project http://www.cbs3springfield.com/news/local/89466162.html Source:cbs3springfield.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA State to render verdict on school closure plans http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x1447159803/State-to-render-verdict-on-school-closure-plans Source:tauntongazette.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Union says Shaws is not giving an inch http://www.upi.com/Business_News/2010/03/29/Union-says-Shaws-is-not-giving-an-inch/UPI-65461269901680/ Source:upi.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Nurses often brush off attacks http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Nurses-often-brush-off-attacks-427020.php Source:newstimes.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Melrose teachers agree to wage freeze http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/melrose/2010/03/melrose_teachers_agree_to_wage.html Source:boston.com 30 March 2010 Boston MA Shaws pickets getting backups http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/26/unions_joining_shaws_workers/ Source:boston.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Morton Hospital Nurses File Unfair Labor Practice Charge http://www.tauntongazette.com/highlight/x99765081/Morton-Hospital-nurses-file-unfair-labor-practice-charge Source:tauntongazette.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Unions, Dems, Gearing Up for Ballot Fight on Sales Tax http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2010/03/battle_shaping_up_over_ballot.html Source:news.bostonherald.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Globe Guild protests NY Times execs compensation http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/03/guild_protests.html Source:boston.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Victoria Kennedy, Mass. labor groups to rally for paid sick day bill http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100328victoria_kennedy_mass_labor_groups_to_rally_for_paid_sick_day_bill/srvc=home&position=recent Source:news.bostonherald.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA This cure leaves the disease untreated http://socialistworker.org/2010/03/29/cure-doesnt-treat-the-disease Source:socialistworker.org 29 March 2010 Boston MA Fitchburg Worker Dies Of Apparent Electrocution http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/22976231/detail.html Source:thebostonchannel.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Police union pickets governors Battleship Cove visit http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1664776727/Police-union-pickets-governors-Battleship-Cove-visit Source:heraldnews.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Armerding: Bay State pols bet gambling will save the day http://www.salemnews.com/puopinion/local_story_088002808.html Source:salemnews.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Hospital union to scrutinize equity firm plan to acquire Caritas http://www.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/healthcare/view/20100326hospital_union_to_scrutinize_equity_firms_plan_to_acquire_caritas/srvc=home&position=also Source:bostonherald.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Union says jobs moved out of area http://www.telegram.com/article/20100327/NEWS/3270325/1237 Source:telegram.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA R.I. economy hangs on Mass. gambling decision, study shows http://www.projo.com/news/content/gambling_study_03-29-10_JVHTO45_v17.6d24dd.html Source:projo.com 29 March 2010 Boston MA Shaws says it will permanently replace hundreds of workers http://blog.taragana.com/business/2010/03/23/shaws-says-it-will-permanently-replace-hundreds-of-striking-mass-distribution-center-workers-44427/ Source:blog.taragana.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA In opening volley, Ross compares Patrick economic policies to Bush http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x99764150/In-opening-volley-Ross-compares-Patrick-economic-policies-to-Bush Source:dailynewstranscript.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA Morton Hospital nurses mull a strike http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/03/23/morton_hospital_nurses_mull_a_strike/ Source:boston.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA Health care professionals decipher new law http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/multimedia/x126578749/Health-care-professionals-decipher-new-law Source:metrowestdailynews.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA Job Hunt: Blue Collar Workers Struggle Most http://liveshots.blogs.foxnews.com/2010/03/23/job-hunt-blue-collar-workers-struggle-most/?test=latestnews Source:liveshots.blogs.foxnews.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA Councilor Arroyo on the library situationt http://www.mysouthend.com/index.php?ch=opinion&sc=letters&sc2=news&sc3=&id=103738 Source:mysouthend.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA Shaws Supermarket workers still on strike http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/20/shaws_supermarket_workers_still_on_strike/ Source:boston.com 24 March 2010 Boston MA House Approves Historic Health Care Reform http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/03/21/house-approves-historic-health-care-reform/ Source:blog.aflcio.org 22 March 2010 Boston MA Congressional action gets mixed reaction in region http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/03/22/bills_passage_welcomed_around_boston_although_not_universally/ Source:boston.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Employers, Citing Mass. Law, Leery of Health Rules http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=10150596 Source:abcnews.go.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Hyatt Hotels Uses Chesapeake Lodging REIT to Unload Boston Boycott, Says UNITE HERE Local 26 http://www.marketwatch.com/story/hyatt-hotels-uses-chesapeake-lodging-reit-to-unload-boston-boycott-says-unite-here-local-26-2010-03-19?reflink=MW_news_stmp Source:marketwatch.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. immigrant group to honor civil rights icon http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/21/mass_immigrant_group_to_honor_civil_rights_icon/ Source:boston.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. gov supporting renewable energy initiatives http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100321mass_gov_supporting_renewable_energy_initiatives/ Source:news.bostonherald.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Unpredictable times for maker of solar panels http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2010/03/21/unpredictable_times_for_maker_of_solar_panels/ Source:boston.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Boston city councilors hear report from Haiti http://www.workers.org/2010/us/boston_haiti_0325/ Source:workers.org 22 March 2010 Boston MA Census Jobs, Paying $23/hr, Still Plentiful http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/20/one_more_census_question_anyone_want_these_jobs/ Source:boston.com 22 March 2010 Boston MA Health Showdown Is Set http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703580904575131304116513076.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines Source:online.wsj.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA In shift, Lynch will vote no on health bill http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/03/19/in_shift_lynch_will_vote_no_on_health_bill/ Source: boston.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA AFL-CIO throws its weight behind the health-care bill, despite earlier doubts http://voices.washingtonpost.com/44/2010/03/afl-cio-throws-its-weight-behi.html?wprss=44 Source:voices.washingtonpost.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA NStar to pilot smart grid project in Hopkinton, Newton http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x99757218/NStar-to-pilot-smart-grid-project-in-Hopkinton-Newton Source:metrowestdailynews.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Town sued in contract dispute over wind project http://www.barnstablepatriot.com/home2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=20587&Itemid=30 Source:barnstablepatriot.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Middleboro Soule Homestead expansion project moving along http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x2054791188/Middleboro-s-Soule-Homestead-expansion-project-moving-along Source:enterprisenews.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Worker hurt in Rockland ceiling collapse recovering http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x2054791286/Worker-hurt-in-Rockland-ceiling-collapse-recovering Source:voices.washingtonpost.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA NH hears sales pitch for Hudson casino http://www.unionleader.com/article.aspx?headline=Litchfield+hears+sales+pitch+for+Hudson+casino&articleId=f13b9ae2-9ecd-4686-82bd-f35ee08acfdb Source:unionleader.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Dont bet on Mass. gambling, Church says http://www.thebostonpilot.com/article.asp?ID=11580 Source:thebostonpilot.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Ex-Owners of Temp Firm Accused of Paying $24 Million Under the Table http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/27/07/88.php Source:workforce.com 19 March 2010 Boston MA Developer may scuttle tower plans http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/18/developer_may_scuttle_tower_plans/ Source:boston.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Shaws workers picket at NH stores http://www.eagletribune.com/punewsnh/local_story_077024033.html?keyword=secondarystory Source:eagletribune.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Nurses, supporters picket outside Morton Hospital http://www.tauntongazette.com/highlight/x1526470284/Nurses-supporters-picket-outside-Morton-Hospital Source:tauntongazette.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Poll: Support high for slots, casinos http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/03/18/news/7118794.txt Source:thesunchronicle.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA The truth about Massachusetts health care reform http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0310/34588.html Source:politico.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Ts Next stop : Gillette http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/03/18/news/7119594.txt Source:thesunchronicle.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA The Off-Shored Economy http://www.counterpunch.org/roberts03172010.html Source:counterpunch.org 18 March 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Study: Health Care Reform Reduced Abortions http://www.politicsdaily.com/2010/03/18/massachusetts-study-health-care-reform-could-reduce-abortions/ Source:politicsdaily.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Globe : Dont let national ed reform push down standards in Mass. http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/03/18/mass_should_lead_nation_on_ed_standards_without_lowering_them_here/ Source:boston.com 18 March 2010 Boston MA Labor bristles at Patrick reform plan, tough road ahead in legislature http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100315unions_bristle_at_patrick_reform_plan_tough_road_ahead_in_legislature/srvc=home&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA MIT to build wind turbine on its campus http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/cambridge/2010/03/mit_to_build_wind_turbine_on_i.html Source: boston.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA For Renters, Solar Comes in Shares http://greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/03/15/for-renters-solar-comes-in-shares/#postComment Source: greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Federal Online Tool Lets One View Where Solar Projects Are Installed http://www.earthtechling.com/2010/03/federal-online-tool-lets-one-view-where-solar-projects-are-installed/ Source: earthtechling.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA US Airways moves plans to close its Boston crew base http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1514354418/US-Airways-moves-plans-to-close-its-Boston-crew-base Source: patriotledger.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Arroyo against library branch closings http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x1526465921/Arroyo-against-library-branch-closings Source:wickedlocal.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA DAmico: Put a cap on state film tax credits http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/opinion/x1514353852/DAmico-Put-a-cap-on-state-film-tax-credits Source:metrowestdailynews.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Developer pushes for casinos on Beacon Hill http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x313368498/Developer-pushes-for-casinos-on-Beacon-Hill Source: metrowestdailynews.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Clark Art expansion gets OKd http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_14688948 Source: berkshireeagle.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Fund set up for Shaws strikers http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1240057&srvc=business&position=2 Source: bostonherald.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA SouthCoast seeing mini-construction boom http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100315/NEWS/3150305 Source: southcoasttoday.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Cape turbine failures during storm stir up concern http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100316/NEWS/3160306/-1/NEWS01 Source: capecodonline.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Boston cuts target community centers, libraries http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/mar2010/bost-m15.shtml Source: wsws.org 16 March 2010 Boston MA MBTA projects huge budget shortfall for coming fiscal year http://www.tuftsdaily.com/mbta-projects-huge-budget-shortfall-for-coming-fiscal-year-1.2192479 Source: tuftsdaily.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Editorial : Realizing Springfields Energy Potential http://www.businesswest.com/details.asp?id=2411 Source:businesswest.com 16 March 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick Declares State of Emergency http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/22845039/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA To Break Up the Tea Party, Stop Locking People Up http://www.huffingtonpost.com/david-segal/democrats-to-break-up-the_b_498683.html Source: huffingtonpost.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Globe : Weatherizers Deserve a Living Wage http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/03/15/a_living_wage_for_weatherizers/ Source: boston.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Freetown considers responsible employer bylaw http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100314/NEWS/3140326 Source: southcoasttoday.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Cloud of controversy over new lead rules http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/06/controversy_clouds_new_rules_on_lead_removal/ Source: boston.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Deep-energy retrofits take root in homes http://news.cnet.com/8301-11128_3-20000306-54.html Source: news.cnet.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Cape Letter Writer : Lack of Health Care for Kids is Child Abuse http://www.capecodtoday.com/blogs/index.php/2010/03/09/republican-child-abuse-and-neglect?blog=63 Source: capecodtoday.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA What Will Activists Do? Progressive Agenda, Health Reform On the Line http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5680/what_will_activists_do_progressive_agenda_health_reform_on_the_line/ Source: inthesetimes.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA Municipal officials push for power to design benefits plans http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/03/14/municipal_officials_push_for_power_to_design_benefits_plans/ Source: boston.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA In front of Building Trades, Cahill Navigates Uncharted Waters http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/15/cahill_running_against_the_odds/ Source: boston.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA State firm on school quality http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/15/state_firm_on_school_quality/ Source: boston.com 15 March 2010 Boston MA The Stimulus At Work: A Fall River Firefighter Gets His Job Back http://www.wbur.org/2010/03/15/stimulus-jobs Source: wbur.org 15 March 2010 Boston MA Grassroots labor leaders vow stronger campaign to support quote, Medicare for All approach http://news.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978096888 Source: news.gather.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Hospitals, colleges rake in Mass. stimulus cash http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100312hospitals_colleges_rake_in_mass_stimulus_cash_scalpel-ready_projects/ Source: bostonherald.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Where some of the Stimulus Bill has gone in Massachusetts http://politics.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978096900 Source: politics.gather.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Worker Hurt In Church Ceiling Collapse http://www.thebostonchannel.com/mostpopular/22809846/detail.html Source:thebostonchannel.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Letter : Mass. must not follow RIs lead on school redesign http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/03/11/mass_must_not_follow_ris_lead_on_school_redesign/ Source: boston.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA New school union law draws praise, concern http://www.amherstbulletin.com/story/id/167303/ Source: amherstbulletin.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Entergy may have found tritium source at Vt Yankee http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSN1124291020100311?type=marketsNews Source:reuters.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA State agency moving nearly 800 workers from Boston to North Quincy http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x497924764/State-agency-moving-nearly-800-workers-from-Boston-to-North-Quincy Source:enterprisenews.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Cape jobless number over 18,000 http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100312/NEWS/3120312 Source: capecodonline.com 12 March 2010 Boston MA Labor: Health care reform opponents should expect trouble next election http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2010/3/10/844791/-Labor:-Health-care-reform-opponents-should-expect-trouble-next-election Source: dailykos.com 11 March 2010 Boston MA Local Labor Studies Professor, Musician Announces Major Work http://www.masslive.com/hampfrank/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/1268295418144390.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 11 March 2010 Boston MA Caregivers sign petition to support nurses http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x1224405924/Caregivers-sign-petition-to-support-nurses Source: tauntongazette.com 11 March 2010 Boston MA Brockton mayor wont join Mass. mayors in seeking health care change http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x497925118/Brockton-mayor-won-t-join-Mass-mayors-in-seeking-health-care-change Source: enterprisenews.com 11 March 2010 Boston MA Columbus Centers plug pulled http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/11/columbus_center_developer_pulls_the_plug/ Source: boston.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Braintree mayor, late Sen. Kennedy honored by unions this week http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x497925106/Braintree-mayor-late-Sen-Kennedy-honored-by-unions-this-week Source: patriotledger.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Casinos given poor grade in new poll results http://www.theday.com/article/20100311/BIZ02/303119465/-1/BIZ Source: theday.com 11 March 2010 Boston MA UMass Unionization Clarifications http://blogs.sciencemag.org/sciencecareers/2010/03/differences-of.html Source: blogs.sciencemag.org 10 March 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick says new union contracts will save the state more than $40 million http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x497924878/BUSINESS-IN-BRIEF-Gov-Deval-Patrick-says-new-union-contracts-will-save-the-state-more-than-40-million Source: patriotledger.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Delahunt Gives GOP Opportunity in Massachusetts http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000003358238 Source: cqpolitics.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Delahunt Gives GOP Opportunity in Massachusetts http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000003358238 Source: cqpolitics.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Danvers, Massachusetts Construction Firm Fined for Improper Asbestos Removal http://www.mesotheliomaweb.org/mar201008b.htm Source: mesotheliomaweb.org 10 March 2010 Boston MA DeLeo, Murray cite union rights in hedge against plan design http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x2102348796/DeLeo-Murray-cite-union-rights-in-hedge-against-plan-design Source: dailynewstranscript.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA State gains financing to reduce energy 20% http://www.capecodtoday.com/blogs/index.php/2010/02/26/state-buildings-to-reduce-energy-20-u-s?blog=53 Source: capecodtoday.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Natick Moves Toward Yes Vote on Community Center http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/opinions/letters_to_the_editor/x497924454/Broekel-and-Rovner-Voting-yes-on-Natick-issues Source: metrowestdailynews.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Patients death after scuffle is ruled homicide http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/10/bridgewater_patients_death_ruled_a_homicide/ Source: boston.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Morton School cant be saved, MSBA chief says http://www.heraldnews.com/education/x1224403323/Morton-School-cant-be-saved-MSBA-chief-says-during-Fall-River-visit Source: heraldnews.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Report: Vacant jobs out of reach to many seeking work http://www.wbz.com/topnews/Report--Vacant-jobs-out-of-reach-to-many-seeking-w/6524152 Source: wbz.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Real Cost Of Living In Bay State Revealed http://www.thebostonchannel.com/mostpopular/22774992/detail.html Source:thebostonchannel.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. Attorney General Opposes Workers Comp Insurers Request for a Rate Increase http://insurancenewsnet.com/article.aspx?id=169285 Source:insurancenewsnet.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA State unions agree to concessions http://www.milforddailynews.com/business/x182993641/State-unions-agree-to-concessions Source: milforddailynews.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Lehigh : Patrick Gets Unions Huffing and Puffing http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/03/10/patrick_gets_unions_huffing_and_puffing/ Source: boston.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Mayors want health costs on ballot http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/10/lawmakers_rip_mass_mayors_health_plan/ Source: boston.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA BPLs Drastic Cuts to Affect All http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6721757.html?industryid=47057 Source:schoollibraryjournal.com 10 March 2010 Boston MA Shaws workers spread out protest http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/09/shaws_workers_spread_protest_to_local_grocery_stores/ Source: boston.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Tierney says Obama, quote, took year off http://www.wickedlocal.com/hamilton/newsnow/x2034407862/Tierney-says-Obama-took-year-off Source: wickedlocal.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $7.9 Million For Fairhaven Wastewater Treatment Facility http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-invests-7-9-million-for-fairhaven-wastewater-treatment-facility-25683.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA MassHousing awards funding for affordable sober housing http://www.wickedlocal.com/marion/town_info/government/x2096603587/MassHousing-awards-funding-for-affordable-sober-housing Source: wickedlocal.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA NRG Introduces System for Community Wind Applications http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/03/nrg-introduces-system-for-community-wind-applications Source: renewableenergyworld.com 9 March 2010 Boston MA Mayors aim for ballot with health cost relief plan http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x1918407914/Mayors-aim-for-ballot-with-health-cost-relief-plan Source: dailynewstranscript.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA New Bedfords Abboud Supports Hugo Boss Boycott http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/joseph-abboudr-supports-danny-glovers-hugo-boss-red-carpet-boycott-86652532.html Source: prnewswire.com 9 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. DOT to review Big Dig handrails http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100309mass_dot_to_review_big_dig_handrails/srvc=home&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA State vows no hikes on tolls, T fares http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100304state_vows_no_hikes_on_tolls_t_fares/ Source: news.bostonherald.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Stimulus money helps youth construction training in Cambridge http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/features/x2096604094/Stimulus-money-helps-youth-construction-training-in-Cambridge Source: wickedlocal.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Business Owners Decry Health Insurance Hikes http://www.wbjournal.com/news45876.html Source: wbjournal.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA New England supermarket unions approve new contract http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/mar2010/shop-m08.shtml Source: wsws.org 8 March 2010 Boston MA Head of Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe sends Salazar letter of support for Cape Wind http://www.capecodtoday.com/blogs/index.php/2010/03/05/head-of-pocasset-wampanoag-tribe-sends-s?blog=53 Source:capecodtoday.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Strike Called At Shaws Fresh Food Warehouse http://wbztv.com/local/shaws.strike.supermarket.2.1544694.html Source: wbztv.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Union support no lock for Patrick http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/08/unions_support_is_no_longer_a_lock_for_patrick/ Source: boston.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Survey crews map out BJs project http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_14631896 Source: berkshireeagle.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Gambling Debate Could Heat Up In Massachusetts This Week http://www.casinogamblingweb.com/gambling-news/gambling-law/gambling_debate_could_heat_up_in_massachusetts_this_week_53969.html Source: casinogamblingweb.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Nursing home drug use puts many at risk http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/08/antipsychotic_drug_use_for_dementia_patients_is_questioned/ Source: boston.com 8 March 2010 Boston MA Council OKs capital projects http://www.masslive.com/hampfrank/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/126777713436620.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Delahunt Retiring After Seven U.S. House Terms http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-03-05/massachusetts-delahunt-retiring-after-seven-u-s-house-terms.html Source: businessweek.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA New England Contractor Fined for Asbestos Hazards, Respiratory Deficiencies http://ohsonline.com/articles/2010/03/03/new-england-contractor-fined.aspx?admgarea=news Source: ohsonline.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop unions issue strike notice http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/05/stop__shop_unions_issue_strike_notice/ Source: boston.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA New leg up on labor goals http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_14516643 Source: berkshireeagle.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Firm gets $8.5 federal stimulus award to build affordable housing in Wareham http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100304/PUB01/3040379 Source: southcoasttoday.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA School plan draws fire http://bostonherald.com.nyud.net/news/regional/view/20100305school_plan_draws_fire_teachers_to_be_reassigned/ Source: bostonherald.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Carpenters union opens new headquarters in Dorchester http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x724960473/Carpenters-union-opens-new-headquarters-in-Dorchester Source: patriotledger.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Brown to push for tax breaks for workers http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/03/03/brown_to_file_amendment_on_tax_breaks_for_workers/ Source: boston.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Mass. jobless rate at 34-year high http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/03/05/mass_jobless_rate_at_34_year_high/ Source: boston.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $160,000 To Provide Youth Green Jobs Training http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-invests-160000-to-provide-youth-green-jobs-training-25185.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 5 March 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop Employees Could Stop and Strike This Afternoon http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local-beat/Stop--Shop-Could-Stop--Strike-This-Afternoon-86327372.html Source: nbcconnecticut.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Supreme Judicial Court will decide future of new Hanover High School http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x699612699/SJC-hears-both-sides-in-debate-over-future-of-new-Hanover-High-School Source:patriotledger.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA SEIUs Mega-Local Meltdown: Size Matters, But Members Matter More http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5629/seius_mega-local_meltdown_size_matters_but_members_matter_more/ Source:inthesetimes.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Mandatory Health Care a Bitter Pill for Massachusetts Low-Wage Workers http://www.workforce.com/section/02/feature/27/02/30/ Source: workforce.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Cracking Down on Independent Contractors http://www.cfo.com/article.cfm/14480567/1/c_14480391?f=home_todayinfinance Source: cfo.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Teacher firings ripple past Central Falls border http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/03/04/teacher_firings_ripple_past_central_falls_border/ Source: boston.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Poll: Dont mandate unions on projects http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1237136&srvc=business&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA T cut means Orange Line drivers will go it alone http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/04/t_cut_means_orange_line_drivers_will_go_it_alone/ Source: boston.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Coakley opposes Workers Comp rate hike http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/225898-coakley-opposes-workers-comp-rate-hike Source: legalnewsline.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Survey shows improving economy in Boston area http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100304survey_shows_improving_economy_in_boston_area/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Java jerk prompts war on meter madness http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100304java_jerk_prompts_war_on_meter_madness/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Source: Mass. speaker unveiling expanded gaming http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100304/NEWS21/3040343/-1/NEWS01 Source: southcoasttoday.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA Turbines proposed for site in Kingston http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x699612340/Turbines-proposed-for-site-in-Kingston Source: patriotledger.com 4 March 2010 Boston MA AFL-CIO Plans to Spend Record Sum During Election http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704486504575097970727109164.html?mod=WSJ_WSJ_US_PoliticsNCampaign_4 Source: online.wsj.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Residents circulate petition opposing Brockton power plant zoning variance http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x699611926/Residents-circulate-petition-opposing-zoning-variance-for-Brockton-power-plant Source: enterprisenews.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Construction spending drops to six year low http://www.americanrecycler.com/0310/097construction.shtml Source: americanrecycler.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Boston TVs first weatherman, Don Kent, dies at 92 http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x699612312/Boston-TV-s-first-weatherman-Don-Kent-dies Source: patriotledger.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA AFL-CIO Seeks a Real Jobs Bill http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2010/3/2/842034/-AFL-CIO-Seeks-a-Real-Jobs-Bill Source: dailykos.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA So-Called PLan B for Card Check Falls Short http://www.metrocorpcounsel.com/current.php?artType=view&artMonth=March&artYear=2010&EntryNo=10694 Source: metrocorpcounsel.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA State May Cut Tax Breaks, Push Filmmakers Out http://www.thebostonchannel.com/money/22725694/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Medford wins fifth award for wind turbine http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/medford/2010/03/medford_wins_fifth_award_for_w.html?comments=all Source: boston.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Cape college fails to clear wind turbine hurdle http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100303/NEWS/3030307/-1/NEWS01 Source:capecodonline.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Panera Bread planning site in Newburyport http://www.newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_061232440.html Source: newburyportnews.com 3 March 2010 Boston MA Unions safeguard health benefits http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/03/01/mass_law_helps_keep_cities_towns_from_cutting_health_costs/?p1=Well_MostPop_Emailed2 Source: boston.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Economic downturn slams door on affordable housing projects across South Shore http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x2112775476/Economic-downturn-slams-door-on-affordable-housing-projects-across-South-Shore Source: patriotledger.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Doctors, Workers All Made Sacrifices To Turn Around Beth Israel http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2010/03/01/bisc0301.htm Source: ama-assn.org 1 March 2010 Boston MA Unions Regroup After Stunned by Losses Under Obama, Democrats http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-03-01/unions-regroup-after-stunned-by-losses-under-obama-democrats.html Source: businessweek.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Bridge work adds hefty detail bill http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/28/bridge_work_adds_hefty_detail_bill/ Source: boston.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Unfair to portray union library workers as obstructionist http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/02/26/unfair_to_portray_union_library_workers_as_obstructionist/ Source: boston.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop and union talk again Tuesday http://www2.turnto10.com/jar/news/local/article/stop_shop_and_union_talk_again_tuesday/32199/ Source: turnto10.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Union upholds ruling against Guild officer http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/02/20/union_upholds_ruling_against_guild_officer/ Source: boston.com 1 March 2010 Boston MA Labor groups blast Patrick proposal to restructure commission http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100224labor_groups_blast_deval_patrick_proposal_to_restructure_commission/ Source: news.bostonherald.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA UE : Rallying for union bus drivers http://socialistworker.org/2010/02/23/rallying-for-bus-drivers Source: socialistworker.org 25 February 2010 Boston MA Constellation Energy offers help with solar power for businesses http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2010/02/constellation_energy_offers_up.html Source: pennlive.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Norton awarded $150,000 for middle school solar panel project http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x531844719/Norton-awarded-150-000-for-middle-school-solar-panel-project Source: enterprisenews.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Tim Murray talks jobs on Bridgewater visit http://www.wickedlocal.com/bridgewater/news/x723442479/Tim-Murray-talks-jobs-on-Bridgewater-visit Source: wickedlocal.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Education Rally Planned for March 4th http://www.workers.org/2010/us/fund_education_0304/ Source: workers.org 25 February 2010 Boston MA Few leave Mass. to find new jobs http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/02/few_leave_mass.html Source: boston.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Coakley reaches prevailing wage settlement http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/225761-coakley-reaches-prevailing-wage-settlement Source: legalnewsline.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Cleantech Open and Ignite Clean Energy Agree to Combine http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/cleantech-open-and-ignite-clean-energy-agree-to-combine,1179214.shtml Source: earthtimes.org 25 February 2010 Boston MA State Senate candidate Flaherty wins four union endorsements http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/news/x531842945/State-Senate-candidate-Flaherty-wins-four-union-endorsements Source: wickedlocal.com 25 February 2010 Boston MA Guest Opinion: Deval Patrick : On the job to create jobs http://www.heraldnews.com/opinions/columnists/x692841597/GUEST-OPINION-On-the-job-to-create-jobs Source: heraldnews.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Green trades jobs await training http://www.masslive.com/hampfrank/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/1266999308286590.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Expensive Health Requirements Drove Umass Post Docs to Unionize http://www.tuftsdaily.com/umass-postgraduate-researchers-aim-to-unionize-and-improve-working-conditions-1.2165310 Source: tuftsdaily.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Charter school gets state go-ahead http://www.telegram.com/article/20100224/NEWS/2240370/1003/NEWS03 Source: telegram.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Cuts possible, New England Baptist chief warns http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/02/24/cuts_possible_new_england_baptist_chief_warns/ Source: boston.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Contract negotiations resume today between Stop and Shop and Union http://www.dailynewstribune.com/news/state/x1487807026/Contract-negotiations-resume-today-between-Stop-Shop-and-union-leaders Source: dailynewstribune.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Unions support bay gas terminal http://www.projo.com/news/content/LNG_HEARING_02-24-10_T2HI9CF_v12.36f5c7b.html Source: projo.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Former construction co. exec charged with $3M embezzlement http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100223former_construction_co_exec_charged_with_3m_embezzlement/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Duke Energy invests in storage project for Mass renewable energy http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/blog/power_city/2010/02/duke_energy_puts_venture_money_in_storage_project.html Source: bizjournals.com 24 February 2010 Boston MA Brown, 4 others in GOP break ranks to advance jobs bill http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/02/23/brown_4_others_in_gop_break_ranks_to_advance_jobs_bill/ Source: boston.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Patrick cautions union on election backing http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x531841210/Patrick-cautions-union-on-election-backing Source: dailynewstranscript.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA AFSCMEs No. 2 leader will resign http://www.philly.com/philly/business/homepage/20100223_AFSCME_s_No__2_leader_will_resign.html Source: philly.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Contract negotiations resume today between Stop and Shop and union leaders http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1758105943/Contract-negotiations-resume-today-between-Stop-Shop-and-union-leaders Source: patriotledger.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Lynners join health rally http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2010/02/23/news/news05.txt Source: itemlive.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Radical historian Zinn leaves significant legacy http://www.tuftsdaily.com/radical-historian-zinn-leaves-significant-legacy-1.2165287 Source: tuftsdaily.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts School Aims at 38-Kilowatt Solar Power System http://solar.coolerplanet.com/News/2221004-massachusetts-school-aims-at-38-kilowatt-solar-power-system.aspx Source: solar.coolerplanet.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Boston gets an F in teacher appraisals http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/02/23/boston_gets_an_f_in_teacher_appraisals/?p1=Well_MostPop_Emailed2 Source: boston.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Committee steers town forward http://www.wickedlocal.com/maynard/news/education/x1631836414/Committee-steers-town-forward Source: wickedlocal.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Local housing market shows vast improvement http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/02/local_housing_m_2.html Source: boston.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Coalition urges action on national health overhaul http://www.boston.com/news/health/blog/2010/02/coalition_urges.html Source: boston.com 23 February 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop union backs strike in 3 states http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/22/stop__shop_union_backs_strike_in_3_states/ Source: boston.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Salazar vows to cut federal delay on offshore wind projects http://www.rechargenews.com/business_area/politics/article207022.ece Source: rechargenews.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Sun Chronicle : Why Patrick is taking on powerful unions http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/02/21/columns/6966638.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Developer tries again for housing tax credits http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100222/NEWS/2220307 Source: capecodonline.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Mass. torn between lure, fear of nuclear power http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100220mass_torn_between_lure_fear_of_nuclear_power/srvc=home&position=recent Source:news.bostonherald.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Groups: National Health Care Reform Good Medicine for MA http://www.publicnewsservice.org/index.php?/content/article/12751-1 Source: publicnewsservice.org 22 February 2010 Boston MA Daily News : Tax credit for films should be preserved http://www.newburyportnews.com/puopinion/local_story_052230944.html?keyword=topstory Source: newburyportnews.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Unions for health care workers are growing http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2010/02/22/bisb0222.htm Source:ama-assn.org 22 February 2010 Boston MA Scott Brown Ad: New Senator Targeted Over Jobs Bill http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/02/22/scott-brown-ad-new-senato_n_471223.html Source:huffingtonpost.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Two hurt in roof collapse on military base http://www.wickedlocal.com/falmouth/news/x626061719/UPDATE-Two-hurt-in-roof-collapse-on-military-base Source:wickedlocal.com 22 February 2010 Boston MA Massport OKs $1B for 379 projects http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100219massport_oks_1b_for_379_projects/ Source: bostonherald.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Convention centers food workers angry over vendor http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1233906 Source: news.bostonherald.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Strike deadline for Stop and Shop union workers http://www.theday.com/article/20100219/BIZ02/302199884/1044 Source: theday.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Marblehead to submit school plans to state board http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/02/19/news/news12.txt Source: thedailyitemoflynn.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Globe : State should yell cut to film tax credit http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/02/19/state_should_yell_cut_to_film_tax_credit/ Source: boston.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA New Law Freezes Mass. Unemployment Insurance Rate http:///wbztv.com/business/Patrick.signs.bill.2.1504310.html Source: wbztv.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA WW : No cuts, Make banks pay http://www.workers.org/2010/us/state_budgets_0225/ Source: workers.org 18 February 2010 Boston MA Date for closing moved up at Westboro State Hospital http://www.telegram.com/article/20100219/NEWS/2190515/1003/NEWS03 Source: telegram.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Teens march to decry cuts in summer jobs http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/19/teens_march_to_decry_cuts_in_summer_jobs/ Source: boston.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Sen. Browns not one job claim questioned http://content.usatoday.com/communities/onpolitics/post/2010/02/sen-browns-not-one-job-claim-questioned/1 Source: usatoday.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA BBJ: Hyatt boycott may be bad for Boston (Video) http://www.necn.com/02/18/10/BBJ-Hyatt-boycott-may-be-bad-for-Boston/landing.html?blockID=182773&feedID=4215 Source: necn.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA With PAC, Dunkins Aims At quote, Big Labor and Trial Attorneys http://www.dailynewstribune.com/news/x2115932212/Dunkins-dips-into-political-action-on-Beacon-Hill Source: dailynewstribune.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Governor Deval Patrick and Niki Tsongas Announce Job Program Stimulus http://www.quincycove.com/2010/02/17/governor-deval-patrick-and-niki-tsongas-announce-job-program-stimulus/ Source: quincycove.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Stimulus Boost Health Clinics Budgets in Massachusetts http://news.newamericamedia.org/news/view_article.html?article_id=2e48b800670d071eef777ffd21f79eef Source: news.newamericamedia.org 18 February 2010 Boston MA Hospital staff at Morton locked in contract dispute http://www.tauntongazette.com/topstories/x1468646870/Hospital-staff-locked-in-contract-dispute Source: tauntongazette.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Stalled Fitchburg rail project gets a $55.5m federal boost http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/18/federal_government_to_spend_555m_on_fitchburg_commuter_rail_project/ Source: boston.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Constellation Energy commits $90m for solar PV development http://www.rechargenews.com/energy/solar/article206481.ece Source: rechargenews.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Boston Logan Airport: Terminal C to get major makeover http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/2010-02-18-boston-logan-terminal-c_N.htm Source: usatoday.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Developer gives up on smart-growth Kingston project http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x590378183/Developer-gives-up-on-smart-growth-Kingston-project Source: patriotledger.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Raynham Park owner plans $200 million renovation project http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x1999160419/Major-renovations-planned-at-Raynham-Park Source: enterprisenews.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Reid woos Scott Brown on jobs bill http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0210/33089.html Source: politico.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA Letter : Brown shows his true color to be the predictable red http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100218/OPINION/2180338/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 18 February 2010 Boston MA ABC, Non-Union Contractors Sue to Block New Sheet Metal Regs http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1233367&srvc=business&position=4 Source: bostonherald.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA Media Ignoring Labor Union Successes http://www.beyondchron.org/articles/Media_Ignoring_Labor_Union_Successes_7820.html Source: beyondchron.org 17 February 2010 Boston MA Somerville paper-making factory to close after nearly a century http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=3249 Source: thesomervillenews.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA The bankers best friend http://socialistworker.org/2010/02/17/bankers-best-friend Source: socialistworker.org 17 February 2010 Boston MA Temporary wages lower the calculation for unemployment benefits http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/02/17/when_stints_on_payroll_hurt_the_jobless/ Source: boston.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA Officers sue for Quinn Bill money http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/17/scituate_police_officers_sue_town_for_quinn_bill_funds/ Source: boston.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA Labor Agency Cracks Down on Employee Misclassification http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/27/00/43.php Source: workforce.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA Childrens seeks expansion approval http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/02/15/daily22.html?surround=lfn Source: bizjournals.com 17 February 2010 Boston MA Murray, Baker disagree on commuter rail http://www.heraldnews.com/features/x2077695221/Murray-Baker-disagree-on-commuter-rail Source: heraldnews.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Taunton mayor concerned about budget figures http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x228089647/Mayor-concerned-about-city-budget-figures Source: tauntongazette.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick, other politicians visit Saugus Democratic Town Committee http://www.wickedlocal.com/saugus/features/x228080651/Gov-Patrick-other-politicians-visit-Saugus-Democratic-Town-Committee Source: wickedlocal.com 16 February 2010 Boston MA Chicopee eyes projects http://www.masslive.com/businessoutlook/republican/index.ssf?/base/business-0/1265876145256960.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 16 February 2010 Boston MA Coburn: Vote for new high school is a vote for Natick http://www.dailynewstribune.com/opinion/x1999159849/Coburn-Vote-for-new-high-school-is-a-vote-for-Natick Source: dailynewstribune.com 16 February 2010 Boston MA Route 114 repaving scheduled for spring http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_047001533.html Source: salemnews.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA 1980 Winter Olympics: The Massachusetts Miracle Men http://bleacherreport.com/articles/345648-1980-winter-olympics-the-massachusetts-miracle-men Source: bleacherreport.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Mass. Union Membership Up In 2009 http://www.wbjournal.com/news45693.html Source: wbjournal.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Low-wage workers at Woods Hole win job fight http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/13/low_wage_workers_at_lab_win_job_fight/ Source: boston.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Report: Mass. health premiums continue to rise http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/12/report_mass_health_premiums_continue_to_rise/ Source: boston.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Labor pains for Patrick http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2010/02/15/columns/6933900.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop begins temp worker hires http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_14398521?source=most_viewed Source: berkshireeagle.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Program Helps Low-Income Smokers Kick Habit http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123652184 Source: npr.org 15 February 2010 Boston MA Western Massachusetts economy shows signs of life http://www.masslive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2010/02/editorial_western_massachusett.html Source: masslive.com 15 February 2010 Boston MA Unite Here gears up for covention labor dispute http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/02/12/union_gears_up_for_labor_dispute/ Source: boston.com 12 February 2010 Boston MA Companies slash payrolls by calling workers independent contractors; costly to IRS and states http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/wire/sns-ap-us-independent-contractors,0,7708435.story Source: latimes.com 12 February 2010 Boston MA Costs on rise, nurses protest staffing changes http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/12/costs_on_rise_nurses_protest_staffing_changes/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Closing the economic divide in Massachusetts http://www.necn.com/02/11/10/Closing-the-economic-divide-in-Massachus/landing.html?blockID=179296&feedID=4215 Source: necn.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Call goes out for Mass census workers http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2010/02/11/us_census_bureau_expects_plenty_of_openings_for_2010_count/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Brown may win seat on key panel http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/02/12/brown_may_win_seat_on_key_panel/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Browns first vote not the deciding one http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100211boston_city_workers_cash_in_millions_on_buybacks_unused_vacation_sick_time_nets_three_100g/srvc=home&position=4 Source: news.bostonherald.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Cape Wind savings pegged at billions http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100211/NEWS/2110325 Source: capecodonline.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Patrick health insurance rate cap plan scores with lawmakers http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x1025056922/Patrick-health-insurance-rate-cap-plan-scores-with-lawmakers Source: dailynewstranscript.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Critics Say Little Progress Made In Labor After Obamas First Year http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7017783508?Critics%20Say%20Little%20Progress%20Made%20In%20Labor%20After%20Obama%27s%20First%20Year Source: allheadlinenews.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Hispanic and female workers at MBTA file discrimination complaint http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/02/latino_workers.html Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Despite cuts, program aims to reduce crime http://www.ojornal.com/site/news.cfm?BRD=2677&dept_id=543378&newsid=20406574&PAG=461&rfi=9 Source: ojornal.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA A defiant mayor makes his case - for Lawrence http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/11/a_defiant_mayor_makes_his_case___for_lawrence/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Topsy-turvy new politics http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/11/topsy_turvy_new_politics/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Boston city workers cash in on buybacks http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/02/10/browns_first_vote_not_the_deciding_one/ Source: boston.com 11 February 2010 Boston MA Brockton plant opponents raise Conn. blast in latest push to derail project http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x644566495/Brockton-plant-opponents-raise-Conn-blast-in-latest-push-to-derail-project Source:dailynewstranscript.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA UNITE HERE may sue over convention contract http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100210union_may_sue_over_convention_contract/ Source: bostonherald.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA More People Working In Part-Time Jobs http://www.citytowninfo.com/career-and-education-news/articles/more-people-working-in-part-time-jobs-10020902 Source: citytowninfo.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA Mass. AFL-CIO Futures Convention Spotlights Young Workers http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/02/09/mass-afl-cio-futures-convention-spotlights-young-workers/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 10 February 2010 Boston MA CT Trade group protests project http://www.masslive.com/hampfrank/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-25/1265789909325090.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA Mass Clean Energy Firm Gains Investor http://greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/09/good-energies-invests-in-massachusetts-clean-energy-firm/ Source: greeninc.blogs.nytimes.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA Officials seek lessons in power plants deadly blast http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1231594&position=1 Source:bostonherald.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA State House Roundup: theyre playing the feud http://www.wickedlocal.com/beverly/news/x1919583692/State-House-Roundup-they-re-playing-the-feud Source: wickedlocal.com/beverly 10 February 2010 Boston MA Flanagan submits two names for Redevelopment Authority http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x503201274/Flanagan-submits-two-names-for-Redevelopment-Authority Source: heraldnews.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA Debate in State House over cops with guns in court http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2010/02/08/news/news07.txt Source: thedailyitemoflynn.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA McGrory: A bonus that pays off http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/10/on_off_years_wall_street_could_pay_bonuses_to_teachers_or_military/ Source: boston.com 10 February 2010 Boston MA 5 dead in blast at Conn. plant http://www.boston.com/news/local/connecticut/articles/2010/02/08/connecticut_gas_explosion_kills_5_and_injures_12/ Source: boston.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Grocer hit on strike hiring http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100208grocer_hit_on_strike_hiring/ Source: bostonherald.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Program aims to re-engineer work force http://www.telegram.com/article/20100208/NEWS/2080356/1101 Source: telegram.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Protecting wetlands in wind turbine siting bill http://www.wickedlocal.com/weymouth/news/x1522834599/Protecting-wetlands-in-wind-turbine-siting-bill Source: wickedlocal.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Gov. Patrick backs out of AFL-CIO conference, citing pickets http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100204gov_patrick_backs_out_of_afl-cio_conference_citing_pickets/srvc=home&position=4 Source: bostonherald.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Sen. Scott Brown in pocket of rightists, bankers http://www.workers.org/2010/us/scott_brown_0211/ Source: workers.org 8 February 2010 Boston MA Patrick Administration Eyeing Open-Road Tolling System http://www.thebostonchannel.com/money/22495775/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Editorial: Dancers lawsuit lays striptease clubs bare http://www.masslive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2010/02/editorial_5.html Source: masslive.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Mass. women earned 76% of what men did http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/02/mass_women_earn.html Source: boston.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Green Energy Project Construction Driving Shortages of Skilled Craft Labor in North America http://www.marketwatch.com/story/green-energy-project-construction-driving-shortages-of-skilled-craft-labor-in-north-america-a-navigating-the-currents-of-change-webcast-on-industrialinfocom-2010-02-08?reflink=MW_news_stmp Source: marketwatch.com 8 February 2010 Boston MA Rockland School Construction Project Will be Open Bid http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x785863593/Rockland-school-construction-project-to-be-open-to-both-nonunion-union-workers Source: enterprisenews.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA UMass Researchers Choose UAW http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/02/04/umass-researchers-choose-uaw/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 5 February 2010 Boston MA Join the Discussion : Its Hard Being A Moderate http://blogs.wickedlocal.com/holmesandco/2010/02/04/its-hard-being-a-moderate/ Source: blogs.wickedlocal.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA SEC Settles With State Street On Subprime Mortgage Charges http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20100204-717522.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines Source: online.wsj.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA State employees to donate vacation to co-workers with family in Haiti http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/02/state_employees.html Source: boston.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA In Dover, Union Protests for Mass Workers http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100205/GJNEWS_01/702059923 Source: fosters.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA Minority grievances at T to be reviewed http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/02/04/minority_grievances_at_t_to_be_reviewed/ Source: boston.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA Hunger: Food stamps exist for a reason http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/02/05/hunger_food_stamps_exist_for_a_reas Source: boston.com 5 February 2010 Boston MA Rockland officials to decide PLA Status by Thursday http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x573996015/Rockland-officials-to-decide-whether-to-have-a-project-labor-agreement-for-school-project Source: patriotledger.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA OSHA fines Legacy Builders 15 violations after Boston construction accident http://www.newyorkinjurynews.com/2010/02/02/osha-fines-legacy-builders-15-violations-after-boston-construction-accident_201002022296.html Source: newyorkinjurynews.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA Worker (Mis)classification Can Lead To Trouble http://www.4hoteliers.com/4hots_fshw.php?mwi=4806 Source: 4hoteliers.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA Interior chief Salazar tours proposed Mass wind farm site http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/02/AR2010020201649.html Source: washingtonpost.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA New England poised to be key wind energy player http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/02/01/weekly8-New-England-poised-to-be-key-wind-energy-player.html Source: masshightech.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA Burden has shifted from employer to worker http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/02/02/burden_has_shifted_from_employer_to_worker/ Source: boston.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA Labor Board Nominee Becker Seeks To Answer Critics At Hearing http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20100202-717977.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines Source: online.wsj.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA Hundreds attend Census job fair in Medford http://www.wickedlocal.com/arlington/features/x562894562/Hundreds-attend-Census-job-fair-in-Medford Source: wickedlocal.com 3 February 2010 Boston MA $30B in TARP funds to go to small-business lending http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/2010-02-01-obama-small-business_N.htm Source: usatoday.com 2 February 2010 Boston MA Stop And Shop unions might take strike vote http://www.theday.com/article/20100202/BIZ02/302029925/1044 Source: theday.com 2 February 2010 Boston MA Energy stimulus funds taking time to cash out http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/02/01/story1.html?b=1265000400^2807751 Source:bizjournals.com 2 February 2010 Boston MA Patrick OKs donating time for Haiti http://www.boston.com/news/world/latinamerica/articles/2010/02/02/patrick_oks_donating_time_for_haiti/ Source: boston.com 2 February 2010 Boston MA Mass. meal delivery companies agree to settlements http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/225324-mass.-meal-delivery-companies-agree-to-settlements Source: legalnewsline.com 2 February 2010 Boston MA Boston Doctor Tells Of Treating Haitis Pure Suffering http://www.wbur.org/2010/02/01/haiti-doctor Source: wbur.org 2 February 2010 Boston MA Federal Offshore Energy Plans Dwarf Cape Wind http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?24295 Source: mvgazette.com 1 February 2010 Boston MA Ralley in support of UniteHERE at TJ Max in Framingham http://www.gsmlaborcouncil.org/node/4587 Source: gsmlaborcouncil.org 1 February 2010 Boston MA Trumka Visit with Moyers: Americans Needs Jobs -- Does Obama Finally Get It? http://www.alternet.org/story/145486/bill_moyers_and_richard_trumka:_americans_needs_jobs_--_does_obama_finally_get_it Source: alternet.org 1 February 2010 Boston MA Incinerator parent company accused of illegal pay policy http://www.independent.ie/national-news/incinerator-parent-company-accused-of-illegal-pay-policy-2042057.html Source: independent.ie 1 February 2010 Boston MA Labor Needs a New Survival Plan...Now http://labornotes.org/blogs/2010/01/labor-needs-new-survival-plan%E2%80%94now Source: labornotes.org 1 February 2010 Boston MA Democrats Return to Slumber After Massachusetts Wake Up Call http://www.beyondchron.org/news/index.php?itemid=7763 Source: beyondchron.org 1 February 2010 Boston MA Harkin Says Health Care Deal In Place Before Massachusetts Election http://news.firedoglake.com/2010/01/30/scott-brown-was-41-harkin-says-health-care-deal-in-place-before-massachusetts-election/ Source: firedoglake.com 1 February 2010 Boston MA Environmentalists, Labor Coalition Target Brown in New Ad http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2010/01/environmentalis.html Source: boston.com 1 February 2010 Boston MA Patrick: Close to 5,000 new jobs from stimulus http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100130patrick_close_to_5000_new_jobs_from_stimulus/srvc=home&position=recent Source: news.bostonherald.com 1 February 2010 Boston MA Beyond on-off : Smart Grid http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2010/02/01/mass_utilities_prepare_for_smart_grid_era/ Source: boston.com 1 February 2010 Boston MA Howard Zinn, historian and activist who challenged status quo, dies at 87 http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/01/howard_zinn_his.html Source: boston.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Four injured at Lowell construction accident site http://www.newyorkinjurynews.com/2010/01/27/four-injured-at-lowell-construction-accident-site_201001272210.html Source: newyorkinjurynews.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Capuano wants end of big bonuses to TARP recipients http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x1920341705/Allston-Brighton-political-notes Source: wickedlocal.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Stop and Shop looking for temporary workers as union contract expires http://www.heraldnews.com/business/x1920343327/Stop-Shop-looking-for-temporary-workers-as-union-contract-expires Source: heraldnews.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Jobless rate up in all areas of state http://www.telegram.com/article/20100126/NEWS/100129807/1002/BUSINESS Source: telegram.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts Counts on Obama in $28.2 Billion Budget http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-01-27/massachusetts-counts-on-obama-in-28-2-billion-budget-update1-.html Source: businessweek.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Rockland: Unions urge project labor agreement for school project http://www.959watd.com/news.php?Rockland-Unions-urge-project-labor-agreement-for-school-project-2847 Source: 959watd.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Attorney General: F.W. Russell violated wage laws http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=3081 Source: thesomervillenews.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Mass layoffs start to cool, but staff cuts continue http://www.fiercehealthfinance.com/story/mass-layoffs-start-cool-staff-cuts-continue/2010-01-27 Source: fiercehealthfinance.com 27 January 2010 Boston MA Firedog Lake to Unions : Push to Eliminate the Excise Tax http://fdlaction.firedoglake.com/2010/01/27/message-to-unions-don%E2%80%99t-bargain-for-a-temporary-%E2%80%9Cfix%E2%80%9D-push-to-eliminate-the-excise-tax/ Source: fdlaction.firedoglake.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Labor helps kill its own top priority http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0110/32041.html Source: politico.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Kerry to Climate Bill Backers : Get Angry http://www.nytimes.com/gwire/2010/01/27/27greenwire-kerry-to-climate-bill-backers----get-angry-62896.html Source: nytimes.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Cadillac compromise may breathe new life to card check http://dailycaller.com/2010/01/27/cadillac-compromise-may-breathe-new-life-to-card-check/ Source: dailycaller.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Unions ranks grew by 18,000 people in Massachusetts last year http://blogs.wickedlocal.com/massmarkets/2010/01/25/unions-ranks-grew-by-18000-people-in-massachusetts-last-year/ Source: bcheights.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Makeshift Scaffold, Other Dangers Add up to $54K Fine for Contractor http://ohsonline.com/articles/2010/01/26/makeshift-scaffold-part-of-fine.aspx?admgarea=news Source: ohsonline.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East Donates $1 Million to UNICEF for Haiti Earthquake Emergency Relief http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/1199-seiu-united-healthcare-workers-east-donates-1-million-to-unicef-for-haiti-earthquake-emergency-relief-82599807.html Source: prnewswire.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Obama Populist Stance : Real or Rhetoric? http://axisoflogic.com/artman/publish/Article_58259.shtml Source: axisoflogic.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Firms that broke law still get tax dollars http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/01/25/stimulus.breaking.law/?hpt=C1 Source: cnn.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Where now for Obamas climate change strategy? http://www.businessgreen.com/business-green/news/2256670/obama-climate-change-strategy Source: businessgreen.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Water, sewer projects funded http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-26/1264497329294780.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Genzyme chief expects to increase Mass. workforce by at least 500 http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2010/01/22/genzyme_chief_expects_to_increase_mass_workforce_by_at_least_500/ Source: boston.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Activists urge Mass. lawmakers to pass transgender non-discrimination bill http://www.edgeboston.com/index.php?ch=news&sc=&sc2=news&sc3=&id=101531 Source: edgeboston.com 26 January 2010 Boston MA Tuesday Vote to Determine Future of Union Contract http://www.bcheights.com/news/tuesday-vote-to-determine-future-of-union-contract-1.1085154 Source: bcheights.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA A lost decade for Bay State jobs http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/01/25/a_lost_decade_for_bay_state_jobs/ Source: boston.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. to invest $6M in ARRA funds to green jobs http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/01/18/daily50-Mass-to-invest-6M-in-ARRA-funds-to-green-jobs.html Source: masshightech.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Patrick to oppose cuts in municipal aid http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/23/patrick_to_oppose_any_cuts_in_municipal_aid/ Source: boston.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Workers at Nashua, NH, plant injured in explosion http://www.boston.com/news/local/new_hampshire/articles/2010/01/23/workers_at_nashua_nh_plant_injured_in_explosion/ Source: boston.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Obama to announce aid for middle class http://bostonherald.com/news/us_politics/view.bg?articleid=1228065 Source: bostonherald.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. to invest $6M in ARRA funds to green jobs http://www.zmag.org/znet/viewArticle/23708 Source: zmag.org 25 January 2010 Boston MA Slow recovery: Confidence coming back http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100125confidence_coming_back_manufacturing_jobs_venture_spending_hours_worked_on_rise/srvc=home&position=5 Source: bostonherald.com 25 January 2010 Boston MA High Court OKs corporate campaign spending http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2010/01/22/court_lifts_a_ban_on_political_spending/ Source: boston.com 22 January 2010 Boston MA Dover school bus drivers join Teamsters union http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100122/GJNEWS_01/701229924/-1/fosnews Source: fosters.com 22 January 2010 Boston MA Union Households Gave Boost to GOPs Brown http://online.wsj.com/article/SB20001424052748704423204575017690900226982.html Source: online.wsj.com 22 January 2010 Boston MA Unions not giving up on card-check after Browns election http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/77377-unions-not-giving-up-on-card-check-after-browns-election Source: thehill.com 22 January 2010 Boston MA Unions not giving up on card-check after Browns election http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2010/01/18/daily47-Digate-reveals-plans-for-offshore-wind-startup.html Source: masshightech.com 22 January 2010 Boston MA Labor gets behind Obama bank fee http://thehill.com/business-a-lobbying/77199-unions-get-behind-obama-bank-fee Source: thehill.com 21 January 2010 Boston MA Fewer homes taken http://www.telegram.com/article/20100122/NEWS/1220411/1002/BUSINESS Source: telegram.com 21 January 2010 Boston MA Shocker in Massachusetts : How the Republicans Won in the Countrys Biggest Democratic Stronghold http://www.socialistalternative.org/news/article10.php?id=1252 Source: socialistalternative.org 21 January 2010 Boston MA Security Officers at High-Profile Sites: Andrews International Cannot Be Trusted http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/security-officers-at-high-profile-sites-andrews-international-cannot-be-trusted-82242757.html Source: prnewswire.com 21 January 2010 Boston MA Trumka: Massachusetts Voters Say Democrats Havent Gone Far Enough http://blog.aflcio.org/2010/01/21/trumka-massachusetts-voters-say-democrats-havent-gone-far-enough/ Source:blog.aflcio.org 21 January 2010 Boston MA City extends Haiti resource center operation http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/21/city_extends_haiti_resource_center_operation/ Source: boston.com 21 January 2010 Boston MA Boston meeting rallies support http://www.workers.org/2010/world/boston_meeting_0128/ Source: workers.org 21 January 2010 Boston MA By phone, ads, or in person, a frenzy to get out the vote http://www.boston.com/news/politics/2008/articles/2010/01/19/by_phone_ads_or_in_person_a_frenzy_to_get_out_the_vote/ Source: boston.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Get-out-the-vote Pitches in Massachusetts http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/18/get-out-the-vote-pitches-in-massachusetts/ Source: thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Kennedy May Have Called Coakley Outcome http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-smith/kennedy-may-have-called-c_b_427556.html Source: huffingtonpost.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts is about to start regulating sheet metal workers http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x1685418300/Massachusetts-is-about-to-start-regulating-sheet-metal-workers Source: enterprisenews.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Patrick trumpets education legislation http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2010/01/19/patrick_trumpets_sweeping_bill_to_overhaul_education/ Source: boston.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Police union threatens legal action over Quinn Bill cuts http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100119/NEWS/1190313 Source: southcoasttoday.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Bad grade for UMass chiefs raise http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1226572&srvc=business&position=2 Source: bostonherald.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA Many South Shore school districts take themselves out of the running for federal grants http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x1685417955/Many-South-Shore-school-districts-take-themselves-out-of-the-running-for-federal-grants Source: patriotledger.com 19 January 2010 Boston MA White House scores key labor deal http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0110/31527.html Source: politico.com 15 January 2010 Boston MA With Health Care On The Line, Campaign Workers Swarm MA-Sen Race http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2010/01/with-health-care-on-the-line-campaign-workers-swarm-ma-sen-race.php?ref=mp Source: talkingpointsmemo.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA Solidarity with Haitis People http://www.workers.org/2010/us/haiti_solidarity_0128/ Source: workers.org 14 January 2010 Boston MA Lawmakers agree to education system changes http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2010/01/14/updates/doc4b4f2851152b2601952731.txt Source: itemlive.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA Towers proposal to be revised http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/01/14/towers_proposal_to_be_revised/ Source: boston.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA School Committee : Teachers union blocks bid for fed funds http://www.andovertownsman.com/local/local_story_014172024.html Source: andovertownsman.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA You Lose If You Don't Snooze; Lost Sleep Cant Be Recovered http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/jan2010/bw20100114_970962.htm Source: businessweek.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA Haitians in Boston organize aid and wait for word from home http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2010/0113/Haitians-in-Boston-organize-aid-and-wait-for-word-from-home Source: csmonitor.com 14 January 2010 Boston MA Dems, labor pour cash into Kennedy seat http://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/75613-dems-labor-pour-cash-into-kennedy-seat Source: thehill.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA In short race, Coakley picks targets carefully http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/13/campaigns_brevity_shapes_coakley_image_on_trail/ Source: boston.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA Health bill may be lenient on employers http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2010/01/13/health_bill_may_be_lenient_on_employers/ Source: boston.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA Looking for Those Green Shoots http://www.counterpunch.org/lindorff01122010.html Source: counterpunch.org 13 January 2010 Boston MA Outsourcing push roils BC http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2010/01/13/proposal_to_outsource_some_work_roils_bc/ Source: boston.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA Workers say agents took them to Gillette http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/12/immigrants_say_agents_drove_them_to_gillette_after_being_detained/ Source: boston.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA A new direction for nurse unionism http://socialistworker.org/2010/01/13/new-direction-for-nurse-unions Source: socialistworker.org 13 January 2010 Boston MA Fall River area career centers receive $4M for more services http://www.heraldnews.com/newsnow/x1560337881/Fall-River-area-career-centers-receive-4M-for-more-services Source: heraldnews.com 13 January 2010 Boston MA Obama meets with union leaders to discuss health-care reform http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/11/AR2010011103646.html?hpid=topnews Source: washingtonpost.com 12 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. to get $8m for job centers http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2010/01/12/mass_to_get_8m_for_job_centers/ Source: boston.com 12 January 2010 Boston MA Charles River Lab is closing http://www.telegram.com/article/20100112/NEWS/1120418/1116 Source: telegram.com 12 January 2010 Boston MA Tierney, Patrick deliver $130G to Lynn center http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2010/01/12/news/news02.txt Source: itemlive.com 12 January 2010 Boston MA Follow This Link : Hear AFLCIO Prez Trumka Speak Live at 1 PM http://www.press.org/ Source: press.org 11 January 2010 Boston MA Scott Brown, Martha Coakley mix it up on trail http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100110scott_brown_martha_coakley_mix_it_up_on_trail/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA 2010 is last chance for Employee Free Choice, top advocate says http://www.workdayminnesota.org/index.php?news_6_4307 Source: workdayminnesota.org 11 January 2010 Boston MA Sheet metal regulations hearing to draw critics http://www.masslive.com/hampfrank/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1263025431264400.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Federal education funding on the table http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_14164658 Source: berkshireeagle.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Barney Frank rails against banks http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100110barney_frank_rails_against_banks_threatens_to_boost_credit_union_powers/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Immigrant detentions raise safety concerns http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/09/immigrant_detentions_raise_safety_concerns_for_playoff_game_at_gillette/ Source: boston.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Cuts take an environmental toll http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2010/01/11/cuts_take_an_environmental_toll/ Source: boston.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. renewing push for longer school days http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/09/mass_renewing_push_for_longer_school_days/ Source: boston.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA Somerset eyes slice of $250 million http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1409367627/Somerset-eyes-slice-of-250-million Source: heraldnews.com 11 January 2010 Boston MA School bill races to top http://www.telegram.com/article/20100108/NEWS/1080419/1116 Source: bizjournals.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA School chiefs could get more authority http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/08/house_bill_would_give_superintendents_more_authority/ Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Union Seeks To Organize Transportation Security Workers http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1091 Source: openmediaboston.org 7 January 2010 Boston MA Local school officials hesitant about supporting Race to Top program http://www.wickedlocal.com/sudbury/news/education/x1671997769/Local-school-officials-hesitant-about-supporting-Race-to-Top-program Source: wickedlocal.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Plan opens the door for turbines off Marblehead http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_005223100.html Source: salemnews.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Kerry defends tax on Cadillac health plans http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2010/01/kerry_defends_t.html Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Thys : WBUR, Quote, Absolutely Wrong To Call Coakley-Brown Race A Statistical Tie http://www.wbur.org/2010/01/07/rasmussen-poll Source: wbur.org 7 January 2010 Boston MA Detained immigrants were set to clear Gillette snow http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/08/detained_immigrants_were_set_to_clear_gillette_snow/ Source: boston.com 8 January 2010 Boston MA Hospital dollars to fund $1.1 M in health projects http://www.mvtimes.com/marthas-vineyard/news/2010/01/07/health-projects.php Source: mvtimes.com 8 January 2010 Boston MA Utilities union awarded $5M in federal grants http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2010/01/04/daily37.html Source: bizjournals.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Framingham Police union appeals court decision http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1530315790/Framingham-Police-union-appeals-court-decision Source: metrowestdailynews.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA States jobs market showing life http://www.boston.com/yourtown/waltham/articles/2010/01/07/states_jobs_market_showing_life/ Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Immigration agents detain 9 in Mass. sting http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/06/immigration_agents_detain_9_in_foxborough_sting/ Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. workers will benefit from green jobs grant http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/01/mass_workers_wi.html Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Commuter rail expansion threatened by collapse of South Station land deal http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2010/01/commuter_rail_expansion_threatened_by_collapse_of_south_station_land_deal.html Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA 3 Crime Lab Workers Fall Ill From Chemicals http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/22168044/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Poverty neednt be barrier to learning http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/01/05/poverty_neednt_be_barrier_to_learning/ Source: boston.com 7 January 2010 Boston MA Amid optimism, Lantigua takes office in Lawrence http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/05/amid_optimism_lantigua_takes_office_in_lawrence/ Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Biopharmaceutical Industry Is Banking on Boston http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/realestate/06bio.html Source: nytimes.com 6 January 2010 Boston MA More than Cape Wind affected by historic label http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/06/historic_label_for_nantucket_sound_could_affect_more_than_cape_wind/ Source: boston.com 6 January 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts: The Next Hot Solar Market? http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/massachusetts-the-next-hot-solar-market/ Source: greentechmedia.com 6 January 2010 Boston MA Both workers recovering after fall from scaffolding http://www.newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_005233706.html Source: newburyportnews.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA City Council embraces a greater diversity http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/05/ceremonies_mark_a_more_diverse_boston_city_council/ Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA WBUR : Coakley And Brown In Statistical Tie http://www.wbur.org/2010/01/05/senate-poll Source: wbur.org 5 January 2010 Boston MA Globe : Schools grant must go forward http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/01/06/schools_grant_must_go_forward/ Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Brevity is the soul of wit for Cape Wind Power http://www.evwind.es/noticias.php?id_not=3211 Source: evwind.es 5 January 2010 Boston MA For 5th term, vow of change http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/05/starting_his_fifth_term_menino_vows_new_approaches_on_schools_city_development/ Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. planning new solar energy push in 2010 http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100101mass_planning_new_solar_energy_push_in_2010/srvc=home&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Building the economy in the Brockton area http://www.wickedlocal.com/bridgewater/news/x1671994475/Building-the-economy-in-the-Brockton-area Source: wickedlocal.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Vineyard wins power to veto wind projects http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20100105vineyard_wins_power_to_veto_wind_projects/ Source: bostonherald.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Mass. Ocean Plan Promotes Offshore Wind Farms http://www.wbur.org/2010/01/04/ocean-plan Source: wbur.org 5 January 2010 Boston MA Massachusetts smart grid projects await regulatory approval http://www.smartmeters.com/the-news/753-massachusetts-smart-grid-projects-await-regulatory-approval.html Source: smartmeters.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Legislature should streamline siting of wind farms on land http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/01/03/legislature_should_streamline_siting_of_wind_farms_on_land/ Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Ex-MBTA workers plead guilty to having no-show jobs, AG says http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/01/ex-mbta_workers.html Source: boston.com 5 January 2010 Boston MA Fired Hyatt housekeeper responds http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2010/01/04/fired_hyatt_housekeeper_responds/ Source: boston.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA 2010 could be dramatic political year in Mass. http://www.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/201001032010_could_be_dramatic_political_year_in_mass/srvc=home&position=7 Source: bostonherald.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Stressed depressed workers less productive http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2010/01/01/Stressed-depressed-workers-less-productive/UPI-53681262381436/ Source: upi.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Waltham firefighters help Boston hospital http://www.dailynewstribune.com/news/x1444028553/Waltham-firefighters-help-Boston-hospital Source: dailynewstribune.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Kennedy always kept an eye on SouthCoast http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100103/NEWS/1030351/-1/NEWS01 Source: southcoasttoday.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Cohens 12 momentous years http://www.dailynewstribune.com/news/x1437801808/Cohens-12-momentous-years Source:dailynewstribune.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA IDs of 16 Logan TSA workers stolen http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2010/01/03/IDs-of-16-Logan-TSA-workers/1262572413.html Source: necn.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Same-day voter registration proposal has pros and cons http://www.dailynewstribune.com/homepage/x1444028251/Same-day-voter-registration-proposal-has-pros-and-cons Source: dailynewstribune.com 4 January 2010 Boston MA Janitors for Delta, United Planes Strike in Boston http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9453269 Source: abcnews.go.com 31 December 2009 Boston MA Expressway drivers can watch as carpenters work http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/31/expressway_drivers_can_watch_as_carpenters_work/ Source: boston.com 31 December 2009 Boston MA Momentum is building for rail project http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091230/NEBULLETIN/1010301/1036#STS=g3vlel75.z6x Source: southcoasttoday.com 31 December 2009 Boston MA F.W. Russell owner faces more criticism http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=2873 Source: thesomervillenews.com 31 December 2009 Boston MA State shouldnt sit out of safety survey http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/12/30/state_shouldnt_sit_out_of_safety_survey/ Source: boston.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA Upset over contract talks, some Logan workers threaten a strike http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/30/some_plane_cleaners_at_logan_threaten_to_strike/ Source: boston.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA State offering fresh rebates for solar panels http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/30/state_offering_fresh_rebates_for_solar_panels/ Source: boston.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA Court ruling deals setback to MBTA unions http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20091229court_ruling_deals_setback_to_mbta_unions/ Source: news.bostonherald.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA Having a job (or three) is far from enough http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/30/having_a_job_or_more_is_far_from_enough/ Source: boston.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA Stimulus cash a building block for state http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1444026992/Stimulus-cash-a-building-block-for-state Source: metrowestdailynews.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA F.W. Russell owner faces more criticism http://www.thesomervillenews.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&SubSectionID=2&ArticleID=2873 Source: thesomervillenews.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA House bill gives superintendents more power to fire teachers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/30/house_bill_gives_superintendents_more_power_to_fire_teachers/ Source: boston.com 30 December 2009 Boston MA Casinos: Do the big numbers outweigh the small ones? http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1444026730/Casinos-Do-the-big-numbers-outweigh-the-small-ones Source: metrowestdailynews.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA The Outlook For Massachusetts In 2010 And Beyond http://www.wbjournal.com/news45292.html Source: wbjournal.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA State to review medical, office building proposed for Brookline http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/brookline/2009/12/state_to_review_medical_office.html?comments=all Source: boston.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA New Gear Tutors Give Hub School Teams a Chance http://www.boston.com/sports/schools/articles/2009/12/29/new_gear_tutors_give_hub_school_teams_a_chance/ Source: boston.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA State set to take over sheriff departments http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x1671988004/State-set-to-take-over-sheriff-departments Source: heraldnews.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA Goals for $1.9M in aid set in Lynn http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2009/12/28/news/news02.txt Source: itemlive.com 29 December 2009 Boston MA A Tale of Two Economies http://seekingalpha.com/article/179907-2010-investing-a-tale-of-two-economies Source: seekingalpha.com 28 December 2009 Boston MA UE, IBEW Lead Mass Delegation in Rebuking Calderon http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1082 Source: openmediaboston.org 28 December 2009 Boston MA Wal-Mart Settlement: Wake-up Call for Massachusetts Employment Law? http://www.lawyersandsettlements.com/articles/13338/massachusetts-employment-labor-law-5.html Source: lawyersandsettlements.com 28 December 2009 Boston MA Economy Poised for Surge as Most Accurate Economist Sees U.S. http://www.businessweek.com/news/2009-12-28/economy-poised-for-surge-as-most-accurate-economist-sees-u-s-.html Source: businessweek.com 28 December 2009 Boston MA Holiday cheer on employment http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x1689180552/Holiday-cheer-on-employment Source: tauntongazette.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Cambridge mayor writes an open letter to Hyatt CEO http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x1462336196/Cambridge-mayor-writes-an-open-letter-to-Hyatt-CEO Source: wickedlocal.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Mass. pushing energy efficient neighborhoods http://www.baystatebanner.com/local12-2009-12-24 Source: baystatebanner.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Bay State pushes for a regional energy office http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/24/bay_state_pushes_for_outer_shelf_energy_office/ Source: boston.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Nordstrom to begin hiring at Braintree store http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x89206030/Nordstrom-to-begin-hiring-at-Braintree-store Source: patriotledger.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts sees population increase http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/homepage/x89206450/Massachusetts-sees-population-increase Source: metrowestdailynews.com 24 December 2009 Boston MA Two hurt in Newburyport scaffolding collapse http://www.gloucestertimes.com/punews/local_story_356225734.html Source: gloucestertimes.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Stimulus flows to roads but bypasses buildings http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/23/stimulus_flows_to_roads_but_bypasses_buildings/ Source: boston.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Union Agreement Will Protect Key Services, Save $28.5 Million http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-union-agreement-will-protect-key-services-save-28-5-million-19525.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Worker dead after fall from roof http://www.eagletribune.com/punews/local_story_356171259.html Source: eagletribune.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Urban Communities Seek Lift Through Living Wage http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5352/urban_communities_want_a_lift_through_a_living_wage/ Source: inthesetimes.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA AFL-CIO serves up endorsement for Coakley in Arlington http://www.wickedlocal.com/arlington/news/x1055575039/AFL-CIO-serves-up-endorsement-for-Coakley-in-Arlington Source: wickedlocal.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Bill targeting independent contractors could pit unions against advisers http://www.investmentnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091222/FREE/912229982 Source: investmentnews.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Court: No Workers Comp for Custodians 1999 Injury http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2009/12/22/106164.htm Source: insurancejournal.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Jobless rates drop, fueling hope http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2009/12/23/news/6662883.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 23 December 2009 Boston MA Public School Building Projects Fill States Pipeline http://www.wbjournal.com/news45254.html Source: wbjournal.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Mass. pushing whole energy efficient neighborhoods http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gtUUYkV4Y7DmNmtuJoH3Xl_QLa6gD9CNPBT00 Source: AP 22 December 2009 Boston MA Patrick awards $2.4M PWED grant to Weymouth Landing area http://www.wickedlocal.com/braintree/news/x1942702546/Patrick-awards-2-4M-PWED-grant-to-Weymouth-Landing-area Source: wickedlocal.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Proposed Green Line garage has some worried http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x1679097161/Proposed-Green-Line-garage-has-some-worried Source: wickedlocal.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA T Riders Union Hearing Exposes Passengers Anger http://fenwaynews.blogspot.com/2009/12/t-riders-union-hearing-exposes.html Source: fenwaynews.blogspot.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Invests $8.1 Million To Redevelop Quincy Center Concourse http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-invests-8-1-million-to-redevelop-quincy-center-concourse-19414.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Globe: Two innovators for school posts http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/12/22/two_innovators_for_school_posts/ Source: boston.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Closing act for Raynham-Taunton Dog Track http://www.wickedlocal.com/easton/sports/x1942701736/Closing-act-for-Raynham-Taunton-Dog-Track Source: wickedlocal.com 22 December 2009 Boston MA Labor Data Show Surge in Hiring of Temp Workers http://www.bangordailynews.com/detail/133263.html Source: bangordailynews.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA Labor Data Show Surge in Hiring of Temp Workers http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/21/business/economy/21temps.html Source: nytimes.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA Gov., unions reach wage and furlough concessions http://www.telegram.com/article/20091219/NEWS/912190384/1052 Source: telegram.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA Requiem For A Heavyweight, Telephone Labor Division http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1073 Source: openmediaboston.org 21 December 2009 Boston MA Boston Teacher to Globe : Youre wrong in questioning our commitment http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/12/19/youre_wrong_in_questioning_teachers_commitment/ Source: boston.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA Group: Patricks stance will halt NRG Energys Somerset plant http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1145293945/Group-Patricks-stance-will-halt-NRG-Energys-Somerset-plant Source: heraldnews.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA How Were Spending Stimulus Money http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?23949 Source: mvgazette.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA State board OKs Lynn charter expansion http://www.gloucestertimes.com/punews/local_story_352223738.html Source: gloucestertimes.com 21 December 2009 Boston MA Somerville Mayor Curtatone Played Role in Settlement at Angelica http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/somerville/2009/12/somerville_mayor_offered_to_he.html Source: boston.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA ICE Agents Ruse Operations http://www.thenation.com/doc/20100104/stevens1 Source: thenation.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Unions Make Concessions, But Layoffs Loom For FY 11 http://www.capecodchronicle.com/chatnews/chat121709_1.htm Source: capecodchronicle.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Rabbi delegation petitions Hyatt to rehire Boston housekeepers http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/chi-hyatt-rabbi-dec16-,0,282882.story Source: chicagotribune.com.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Report: Bostons Knowledge Economy Hard On Unskilled Workers http://www.wbur.org/2009/12/16/boston-report Source: wbur.org 18 December 2009 Boston MA Hospital posts a gain, not the loss it expected http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/12/17/beth_israel_posts_unexpected_gain/ Source: boston.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts jobless rate drops from 8.9% to 8.8% http://www.masslive.com/metrowest/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1261124281130940.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Senate rivals play to strengths with supporters http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/18/senate_rivals_play_to_strengths_with_supporters/ Source: boston.com 18 December 2009 Boston MA Goldman Sachs Mortgages Should Be Probed, Union Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=a68ER2fn9nI0 Source: bloomberg.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Longtime Taunton manufacturer to lay off workers, close by end of 2010 http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x1431152528/Longtime-Taunton-manufacturer-to-lay-off-workers-close-by-end-of-2010 Source: tauntongazette.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA More Tributes : Costello Was An Organizer From the Bottom-Up http://socialistworker.org/2009/12/17/organizing-bottom Source: socialistworker.org 17 December 2009 Boston MA New Caritas Christi Labor Pact Partially Links Raises to Reimbursement Rates http://www.healthleadersmedia.com/content/LED-243451/New-Caritas-Christi-Labor-Pact-Partially-Links-Raises-to-Reimbursement-Rates.html Source: healthleadersmedia.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Stim2 talks heating up, with implications for debt, economy, jobs http://www.wickedlocal.com/sharon/news/x1758552125/Stim2-talks-heating-up-with-implications-for-debt-economy-jobs Source: wickedlocal.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Teamsters Praise Kerry Bill to Close Loophole for Tax Cheats http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/teamsters-praise-bill-to-close-loophole-for-tax-cheats-79351852.html Source: prnewswire.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Facing loss of Tobin tolls, Massport plans to lay off 25 http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/17/facing_loss_of_tobin_tolls_massport_plans_to_lay_off_25/ Source: boston.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Brown Calls On Coakley To Investigate SEIU Local http://www.wbur.org/2009/12/16/brown-coakley-seiu Source: wbur.org 17 December 2009 Boston MA Poor performing schools eye funds http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/12610380347910.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA As wage theft rises, states and cities crack down http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5i-R4WzSaR5wqLl95V7kTz-efaEZwD9CKUCJ84 Source: AP 17 December 2009 Boston MA 2011 state deficit pegged at $3 billion http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1599181795/2011-state-deficit-pegged-at-3-billion Source: patriotledger.com 17 December 2009 Boston MA Angelica Workers Get New Contract After 5 Day Strike http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/somerville/2009/12/somerville_workers_ok_new_cont.html Source: boston.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA Faculty, staff positions at UMass in jeopardy, Chancellor Robert Holub tells Faculty Senate http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2009/12/faculty_staff_positions_at_uma.html Source: masslive.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA Remembering Tim Costello http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1065 Source: openmediaboston.org 16 December 2009 Boston MA Somerville MBCR workers suspended after secret break room discovered http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/news/x2010183056/Somerville-MBCR-workers-suspended-after-secret-break-room-discovered Source: wickedlocal.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA Children lead protest for fired Hyatt workers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/14/children_lead_protest_for_fired_hyatt_workers/ Source: boston.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA $10.2M will save time on Fitchburg-Boston rail http://www.telegram.com/article/20091215/NEWS/912150435/1116 Source: telegram.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA Growing state deficit a big problem for small districts http://www.wickedlocal.com/hamilton/news/education/x1431152054/Growing-state-deficit-a-big-problem-for-small-districts Source: wickedlocal.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA Coalition pushes for Senate principles in education bill http://www.wickedlocal.com/essex/news/x985676896/Coalition-pushes-for-Senate-principles-in-education-bill Source: wickedlocal.com 16 December 2009 Boston MA No comfort at the Hyatt http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/12/15/no_comfort_at_the_hyatt/ Source: boston.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Angelica Textile Plant Workers Strike for Increased Wages, Pension and Health Benefits http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1061 Source: openmediaboston.org 15 December 2009 Boston MA Globe : Compromise can compensate for misguided merit-pay ruling http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/12/15/compromise_can_compensate_for_misguided_merit_pay_ruling/ Source: boston.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Teachers test-linked bonuses overruled http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2009/12/14/bonuses_for_hub_teachers_ruled_out/ Source: boston.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Health proposal a letdown to many http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091214/NEWS/912140303/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Check-cashing companies fees hit http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091215check-cashing_companies_fees_hit_2/srvc=business&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA No ruling issued in suit filed by minority officers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/15/no_ruling_in_lawsuit_filed_by_minority_police_officers/ Source: boston.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Secret nook, with TV and videos, found at rail yard http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/15/surprise_find_at_somerville_commuter_rail_yard_tvs_dvds_video_games/ Source: boston.com 15 December 2009 Boston MA Unified, yes; united, no http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20091214/REG/912119988 Source: modernhealthcare.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Sparks of resistance in the labor movement? http://socialistworker.org/2009/12/10/sparks-of-labor-resistance Source: socialistworker.org 14 December 2009 Boston MA Caritas Christi hospital workers OK contract http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/12/caritas_christi_2.html Source: boston.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Business and Labor: The Double Standard is Alive and Well http://www.counterpunch.org/macaray12082009.html Source: counterpunch.org 14 December 2009 Boston MA New union contract affecting Good Sam employees expected to be announced http://www.wickedlocal.com/brockton/news/x962894950/New-union-contract-affecting-Good-Sam-employees-expected-to-be-announced Source: wickedlocal.com 11 December 2009 Boston MA Strike Averted: SEIU, Hospital Reach Agreement http://www.iberkshires.com/story/33339/Strike-Averted-SEIU-Hospital-Reach-Agreement.html Source: iberkshires.com 11 December 2009 Boston MA Wind for sale http://www.telegram.com/article/20091213/NEWS/912130379/0/NEWS05 Source: telegram.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Labor Council fetes soldiers and their families http://www.wickedlocal.com/bridgewatereast/homepage/x1903563467/Labor-Council-fetes-soldiers-and-their-families Source: wickedlocal.com 13 December 2009 Boston MA College Students Planning A Mass. Exodus http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/21943795/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Divers start research for wharf project http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_347212425.html?keyword=secondarystory Source: salemnews.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Union spokesman says allegations are sour grapes http://www.newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_347230127.html Source: newburyportnews.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Fall River councilors says they were left in the dark about eminent domain lawsuit http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x819332620/Fall-River-councilors-says-they-were-left-in-the-dark-about-eminent-domain-lawsuit Source: heraldnews.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Lakeville selects contractror to build water tower http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091214/NEWS/912140314/-1/news Source: southcoasttoday.com 14 December 2009 Boston MA Local officials disappointed with stimulus funding for road, bridge and transit projects http://www.eagletribune.com/punews/local_story_346210106.html Source: eagletribune.com 13 December 2009 Boston MA Hope for Seasonal Workers http://www.sunchronicle.com/articles/2009/12/11/news/6576654.txt Source: sunchronicle.com 11 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts business face a possible increase of 40 percent in unemployment insurance rates http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x962894836/Massachusetts-business-face-a-possible-increase-of-40-percent-in-unemployment-insurance-rates Source: patriotledger.com 11 December 2009 Boston MA The Economic Crisis in the States http://www.dollarsandsense.org/archives/2009/1209friedman.html Source: dollarsandsense.org 11 December 2009 Boston MA Crimson : Time to Explore Iran Divestment http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2009/12/11/iran-harvard-companies-sanctions/ Source: thecrimson.com 11 December 2009 Boston MA US wealth gap gaping wider http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Global_Economy/KL11Dj01.html Source: atimes.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA NH firm cited for violating Mass. wage laws http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/09/nh_firm_cited_for_violating_mass_wage_laws/ Source: boston.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA Energy-efficiency projects get $39m http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/11/25/energy_efficiency_projects_get_39m/ Source: boston.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA Interim labor chief calls jobs top priority http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/10/interim_labor_chief_calls_jobs_top_priority/ Source: boston.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA Kirk weighs in on health care http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2009/12/kirk_weighs_in.html Source: boston.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA Clinics receive $80m boost from Stimulus http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2009/12/10/mass_health_clinics_get_80m_boost/ Source: boston.com 10 December 2009 Boston MA Brown, Coakley win Massachusetts Senate seat primaries amid low voter turnout http://en.wikinews.org/wiki/Article/145597/Brown,_Coakley_win_Massachusetts_Senate_seat_primaries_amid_low_voter_turnout Source: en.wikinews.org 9 December 2009 Boston MA Coakley primary win spurs angling for AG http://www.boston.com/news/politics/2008/articles/2009/12/09/coakley_primary_win_spurs_angling_for_ag/ Source: boston.com 9 December 2009 Boston MA Workers May Strike At North Adams Hospital http://www.vpr.net/news_detail/86626/ Source: vpr.net 9 December 2009 Boston MA Postal service union dissatisfied with BU admin. http://www.dailyfreepress.com/postal-service-union-dissatisfied-with-bu-admin-1.2116114 Source: dailyfreepress.com 9 December 2009 Boston MA Opponents of expanded gambling meet with Patrick http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x1792928784/Opponents-of-expanded-gambling-meet-with-Patrick Source: wickedlocal.com 9 December 2009 Boston MA Health Reform Suffers As Non-Profits Shut Down http://commonhealth.wbur.org/anya-rader-wallack/2009/12/health-reform-suffers-as-non-profits-shut-down/ Source: commonhealth.wbur.org 9 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts town offers to take in Gitmo detainees http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation/story/1372381.html Source: miamiherald.com 9 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Senate Candidates Final Push http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000003260803 Source: cqpolitics.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Round 1 decision time http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/08/voter_turnout_is_key_in_senate_primary_showdown/ Source: boston.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Ban On Texting While Driving Proposed For Boston http://wbztv.com/wireapnewsma/Ban.on.texting.2.1356257.html Source: wbztv.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Nurses unions join together for more clout http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2009/12/08/MNAC1AQ0UK.DTL Source: sfgate.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Patrick urges execs to pump up volume on Mass. innovations http://www.bostonherald.com/business/technology/general/view/20091208gov_deval_patrick_urges_execs_to_pump_up_volume_on_mass_innovations_toot_your_high-tech_horn/ Source: bostonherald.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Harshbarger ACORN inquiry finds no illegal acts http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/12/07/AR2009120703985.html Source: sfgate.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Unexpected Revenue Helps Restore Massachusetts Homeless Shelter Funds http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/unexpected-revenue-helps-restore-massachusetts-homeless-shelter-funds-18107.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 8 December 2009 Boston MA Tom Brady getting involved in labor issues http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/12/04/tom-brady-gettin-involved-in-labor-issues/ Source: profootballtalk.nbcsports.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA Tuesdays Primary Will Narrow the Field http://www.telegram.com/article/20091206/NEWS/912060478/1116 Source: telegram.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA Lowes drops plans for new store in Holyoke, citing economy http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2009/12/lowes_home_improvement_drops_p.html Source: masslive.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA AFSCME urges a state to find savings by cutting supervisors http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20091207/NEWS10/912070320/-1/NEWS04/Union-urges-state-to-find-savings-by-cutting-supervisors Source: desmoinesregister.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA Trimming the Costs of Wind Power http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/07/business/energy-environment/07iht-green07.html Source: nytimes.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA Democrats square off at UMD http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091206/NEWS/912060330/-1/NEWSMAP Source: southcoasttoday.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA US Airways to Pull Shuttle Crews From La Guardia and Boston http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/07/nyregion/07shuttle.html Source: nytimes.com 7 December 2009 Boston MA Progress to cut hundreds of workers http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/11/30/daily49.html Source: boston.bizjournals.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Stim2 talks heating up http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x1682950273/Stim2-talks-heating-up Source: wickedlocal.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Admin tells lawmakers to wait on jobless fund changes, bill in works http://www.wickedlocal.com/westwood/news/x1945276949/Admin-tells-lawmakers-to-wait-on-jobless-fund-changes-bill-in-works Source: wickedlocal.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Big solar statement for Fenway Center http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/12/today_in_globe_210.html Source: boston.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Mind your ps and flus http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/articles/2009/11/30/is_there_a_delicate_way_of_saying_get_home_to_bed/ Source: boston.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA RN SuperUnion Founding Convention Opens Monday http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rn-superunion-founding-convention-opens-monday-78440277.html Source: prnewswire.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Coalition rallies at State House for jobs program http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/local/coalition-rallies-at-state-house-for-jobs-program Source: myfoxboston.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA SEIU Makes $200,000 Radio Ad Buy for Coakley http://blogs.cqpolitics.com/eyeon2010/2009/12/seiu-makes-200000-radio-ad-buy.html Source: blogs.cqpolitics.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Busted : Wal-Mart will pay $40m to workers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/03/wal_mart_will_pay_40m_to_workers/ Source: boston.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Jackson : Coakley gets the keys to the Senate http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/12/03/coakley_gets_the_keys_to_the_senate/ Source: boston.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Dear Mr. President .... http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091201/EDU/912010392 Source: southcoasttoday.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Poll: Most Cape Codders favor wind farm http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091203/NEWS/912030316 Source: capecodonline.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Mass. Awards Stimulus Funds To Dubious Contractors http://www.wbur.org/2009/12/03/stimulus-contractor Source: wbur.org 4 December 2009 Boston MA Convention plan illegal http://bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1216224&position=0 Source: bostonherald.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Legal Immigrants Still Lack Care In Massachusetts http://www.kaiserhealthnews.org/Daily-Reports/2009/December/02/health-care-florida-massachusetts-ohio-tennessee.aspx Source: kaiserhealtnews.org 4 December 2009 Boston MA Capuano Stresses Experience to the End http://www.wbur.org/2009/11/30/senate-interview-capuano Source: southcoasttoday.com 4 December 2009 Boston MA Jewish Labor Committee calls for Hyatt boycott http://jta.org/news/article/2009/12/01/1009470/jewish-labor-committee-calls-for-hyatt-boycott Source: jta.org 2 December 2009 Boston MA Charlestown breaks ground on wind blade facility http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2009/11/30/daily32-Mass-breaks-ground-on-wind-blade-facility.html Source: masshightech.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA Final Boston Globe union reaches agreement http://www.editorsweblog.org/newspaper/2009/12/final_boston_globe_union_reaches_agreeme.php Source: editorsweblog.org 2 December 2009 Boston MA Assistance programs causing strain on states computer systems http://civsourceonline.com/2009/12/01/assistance-programs-causing-strain-on-states-computer-systems/ Source: civsourceonline.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA BU Prof on New Media Politics of Emotion and Attitude http://www.huffingtonpost.com/caryl-rivers/the-new-media-politics-of_b_375367.html Source: huffingtonpost.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA Special program spares SouthCoast, Mass. residents of COBRA increase http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091202/NEWS/912020328 Source: southcoasttoday.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA Crash kills road worker, injures another on Route 3 http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/12/02/crash_kills_road_worker_injures_another_on_route_3/ Source: boston.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA General Wesley Clark endorses Khazei http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/11/general_wesley.html Source: boston.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA OSHA cites Mass. manufacturer after amputation accident http://www.reliableplant.com/article.aspx?articleid=21562&pagetitle=OSHA+cites+Mass.+manufacturer+after+amputation+accident Source: reliableplant.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA State health program for unemployed doubles charge to businesses http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x1682944783/State-health-program-for-unemployed-doubles-charge-to-businesses Source: wickedlocal.com 2 December 2009 Boston MA Mass. construction sector sheds more jobs http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/11/30/daily10.html Source: boston.bizjournals 1 December 2009 Boston MA Mass. homeowners can now sell back electricity http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gJN4GmglvMFWC3LccIL35NmCwCpgD9CA4O0G0 Source: AP 1 December 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Tribe Deals with Genting for Tribal Casino http://www.onlinecasinoadvisory.com/casino-news/land/massachusetts-tribe-takes-partner-on-casino-gambling-43455.htm Source: onlinecasinoadvisory.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA State health program for unemployed doubles charge on businesses http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x215413909/State-health-program-for-unemployed-doubles-charge-on-businesses Source: dailynewstranscript.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Secretary of Labor Suzanne Bump steps down http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091130secretary_of_labor_suzanne_bump_steps_down/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Southcoast Today : Rail delay unacceptable http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091129/OPINION/911290313 Source: southcoasttoday.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA $68m in solar rebates goes fast http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/12/01/68m_in_solar_rebates_goes_fast/ Source: boston.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Six hospitals to sue state over payment shortfalls http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/12/today_in_globe_207.html Source: boston.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA US: Massachusetts public sector unions agree to contract concessions http://www.wsws.org/articles/2009/nov2009/mass-n27.shtml Source: wsws.org 1 December 2009 Boston MA EMASS owner faces NLRB sanctions http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/business_news/x1792915194/Business-Week-in-Review Source: tauntongazette.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Could biotech save the state? http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1297505491/Could-biotech-save-the-state Source: metrowestdailynews.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Western Mass. is best bet for casino http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/11/26/western_mass_is_best_bet_for_casino/ Source: boston.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Here comes the sun to charge your cell phone http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091129here_comes_the_sun_to_charge_your_cell_phone/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Dukakis to endorse Capuano in Senate race http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/29/dukakis_to_back_capuano_in_us_senate_race/ Source: boston.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA The candidates and the unions : Join the Discussion http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/11/25/the_candidates_and_the_unions/ Source: boston.com 1 December 2009 Boston MA Convention center union blasts expansion plan http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091124convention_center_union_blasts_expansion_plan/ Source: bostonherald.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Senior housing project breaks ground amid protest, criticism http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/framingham/2009/11/senior_housing_project_breaks.html?comments=all Source: boston.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA BLOWN AWAY: Why won't U.S. corporations invest in U.S. workers? http://www.southernstudies.org/2009/11/blown-away-why-wont-us-corporations-invest-in-us-workers.html Source: southernstudies.org.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA The Audaxity of Private Equity http://www.seiu.org/mt/mt-search.cgi?blog_id=1&tag=geoffrey%20s.%20rehnert&limit=20 Source: seiu.org 23 November 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts, unions agree to cost cuts http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE5AJ3UH20091120 Source: reuters.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA State: Stimulus money will create jobs ... eventually http://www.newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_326213302.html Source: newburyportnews.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Clean-Energy Programs Booming at Community Colleges http://www.nytimes.com/gwire/2009/11/20/20greenwire-clean-energy-programs-booming-at-community-col-94796.html Source: nytimes.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA U.S. Census Bureau To Hire 16,000 Mass. Workers http://www.wbur.org/2009/11/23/census-jobs Source: wbur.org 23 November 2009 Boston MA Senate Candidates Split Over Second Stimulus http://www.wbur.org/2009/11/23/senate-issues-economy Source: wbur.org 23 November 2009 Boston MA Latinos, blacks take harder hit amid recession http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/11/21/latinos_blacks_take_harder_hit_amid_recession/ Source: boston.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Stimulus money creates local jobs http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091123/NEWS/911230303/-1/news Source: capecodonline.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Can High-Tech Manufacturing Stay In The Bay State? http://www.wbjournal.com/news45044.html Source: wbjournal.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Model Spurs Unprecedented Drop in Smoking http://pr-au.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=98159&Itemid=34 Source: pr-au.com 23 November 2009 Boston MA Feds report fewer workplace deaths in New England http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5220/chinese_labor_repression_undermines_us_economic_recovery/ Source: inthesetimes.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA Chinese Labor Repression Undermines U.S. Recovery http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5220/chinese_labor_repression_undermines_us_economic_recovery/ Source: inthesetimes.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA Pat Jehlen is NOWs Legislator of the Year http://www.wickedlocal.com/woburn/news/x1076976114/Jehlen-is-NOWs-Legislator-of-the-Year Source: wickedlocal.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA Breakdown By State Of New England Worker Deaths http://wbztv.com/wireapnewsma/Breakdown.by.state.2.1323174.html Source: wbztv.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA Preschool firm looks to Mass http://www.boston.com/news/education/k_12/articles/2009/11/20/primrose_chain_looks_to_open_school_in_hingham/ Source: boston.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA State collected incorrect tax from employers, report says http://www.boston.com/news/health/blog/2009/11/a_fund_that_hel.html Source: boston.com 20 November 2009 Boston MA Northeast states granted green jobs funding http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5j3Lbz5lfzf9yjMGMPBmAM76QxvsQD9C2MTM00 Source: AP 20 November 2009 Boston MA Underemployment Lurks In New Mass. Jobless Numbers http://www.wbur.org/2009/11/20/record-underemployment Source: wbur.org 20 November 2009 Boston MA PLymouth Rock Studio Faces Questions, Challenges http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/15/a_grand_studio_dream_runs_headlong_into_reality/ Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Hyatt says 6 of 98 fired Boston workers accept plan http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE5AG0E220091117 Source: reuters.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Planned Medicaid cuts hit dental, home care http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/14/planned_medicaid_cuts_hit_dental_home_care/ Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA US to compensate Norton workers http://www.telegram.com/article/20091117/NEWS/911170348/1002/BUSINESS Source: telegram.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Mass Development Grant for Lowell Approved http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-approves-13-million-grant-for-downtown-revitalization-in-lowell-15265.html Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Abortion Rights is Key Issue in Mass Senate Race http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1109/29585.html Source: politico.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Khazei Says He Opposes Troop Increases http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2009/11/17/khazei-afghanistan-mission-senate/ Source: thecrimson.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA T finance report renews questions on transportation pick http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/15/t_finance_report_renews_questions_on_transportation_pick/ Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Tuition, drivers licenses urged for illegal immigrants http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/17/in_state_tuition_drivers_licenses_urged_for_illegal_immigrants/ Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA An agency in turmoil http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/17/an_agency_in_turmoil/ Source: boston.com 17 November 2009 Boston MA Mass. Small Businesses Should Back Single-Payer Health Care http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1023 Source: openmediaboston.org 16 November 2009 Boston MA Downturn isnt over yet for Bay State http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/11/15/downturn_isnt_over_yet_for_bay_state/ Source: boston.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA SEIUs Stern Leads Protest Against Goldman Sachs http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/5183/seius_andy_stern_leads_protest_against_so-called_gods_work_of_goldman_sachs/ Source: inthesetimes.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Social workers oppose leader http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/16/social_workers_oppose_leader/ Source: boston.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Laboring to unite http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20091116/REG/911139998# Source: modernhealthcare.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Crackdown Highlights Risk of Labeling Fulltime Employees as Temps http://thealternativepress.com/article.asp?news=7828&Crackdown-Highlights-Risk-of-Labeling-Fulltime-Employees-as-Temps Source: thealternativepress.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Mass. immigrant tuition bill to get new push http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gTcZWAsLpHuKr3C5T1JOTka1FXQQD9C04NFO5 Source: AP 16 November 2009 Boston MA Passionate sense of right and wrong drives Capuano http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/16/passionate_sense_of_right_and_wrong_drives_capuano/ Source: boston.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Poll : Coakley Has Large Lead http://media-newswire.com/release_1105894.html Source: media-newswire.com 16 November 2009 Boston MA Scaffolding collapse at Faneuil Hall in Boston (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2009/11/12/Scaffolding-collapse-at/1258040939.html Source: necn.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA Seasonal jobs outlook? Not robust http://www.telegram.com/article/20091113/NEWS/911130430/1116 Source: telegram.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA Forum targets young people on Cape http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091113/NEWS/911130314/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA Senator says transportation choice should quit because of conflict http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/11/senator_says_transportation_choice_should_quit_because_of_conflict/ Source: boston.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA Mass Turnpike Supervisors Recived Raises During Budget Crisis http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/21601099/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA Labor-friendly rule proposed for airline union votes http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/2009-11-02-airline-union-vote-rule_N.htm Source: usatoday.com 13 November 2009 Boston MA UMass Prof Says Unions Will Buoy Middle Class http://www.gazettenet.com/2009/11/12/umass-prof-seeks-buoy-middle-class?SESS4ff3acba6ee8f674bccacfe0a24f0923=gnews Source: gazettenet.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA New Haven contractor faces fall hazards fines for Mass worksites http://hr.cch.com/news/safety/111109a.asp Source: hr.cch.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Meet the Candidate : Michael Capuano (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/Politics/2009/11/11/Meet-the-Candidate/1257987740.html Source: hr.cch.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Meet the Candidate : Steve Pagliuca (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/Politics/2009/11/11/Meet-the-Candidate/1257987740.html Source: hr.cch.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA State officials defend stimulus job numbers http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/state/x1659498415/State-officials-defend-stimulus-job-numbers Source: metrowestdailynews.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Subway workers honored for saving life http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2009/11/11/Subway-workers-honored-for-saving-life/UPI-25291257917946/ Source: upi.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Watching out for China http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/11/12/watching_out_for_china/ Source: boston.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Stimulus projects claiming to create the most Mass. jobs http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/11/11/top_mass_stimulus_job_claims/ Source: boston.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Gambling study urged http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2009/11/12/news/6421823.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Appoints New Chair to Mass Housing http://thegovmonitor.com/world_news/united_states/massachusetts-appoints-new-chair-to-masshousing-focus-on-affordable-housing-14786.html Source: thegovmonitor.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Detention diversion project at risk http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/09/detention_diversion_project_at_risk/ Source: boston.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Outlook darkens on Mass. job picture in 2010 http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/11/11/outlook_darkens_on_mass_job_picture_in_10/ Source: boston.com 12 November 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts AFL-CIO commends Mass delegation for unanimous yes vote http://healthcare.dbusinessnews.com/shownews.php?type_news=latest&newsid=194786 Source: healthcare.dbusinessnews.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Markey to Obama Admin: Cape Wind decision needed by Copenhagen http://www.capecodtoday.com/blogs/index.php/2009/11/09/markey-to-obama-admin-cape-wind-decision?blog=109 Source: capecodtoday.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Casino builder has Massachusetts roots http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/business_news/x870204983/Casino-builder-has-Massachusetts-roots Source: tauntongazette.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Meet the Candidate : Marth Coakley (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/Politics/2009/11/09/Meet-the-candidate-Attorney/1257821760.html Source: necn.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Sleep-out protest in third week in Boston; Dr. Hansen testifies http://www.greenrightnow.com/kabc/2009/11/09/sleep-out-protest-in-third-week-in-boston-dr-hansen-testifies/ Source: greenrightnow.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Study: 7 million Massachusetts residents flock to Connecticut casinos http://www.indiancountrytoday.com/business/gaming/68894972.html Source: indiancountrytoday.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA $9m footbridge seen in light of $2.7m in cuts for homeless http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/11/10/9m_footbridge_seen_in_light_of_27m_in_cuts_for_homeless/ Source: boston.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Dont let MBTA go off the rails http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/11/08/dont_let_mbta_go_off_the_rails/ Source: boston.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA SJC: Retirement doesnt end alimony payments http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/11/sjc_retirement.html Source: boston.com 10 November 2009 Boston MA Evergreen, recipient of numerous state grants, will move jobs to China http://www.telegram.com/article/20091106/NEWS/911060407/0/NEWS04 Source: telegram.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Developers scale down South Boston tower http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2009/11/developers_scale_down_south_boston_tower.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source: boston.bizjournals.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Health care fight heats up http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2009/11/health_care_fig.html Source: boston.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Teachers union objects to lack of increases http://www.communityadvocate.com/news/2009-11-06/Schools/Teachers_union_objects_to_lack_of_increases.html Source: communityadvocate.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA States unionized nurses hunger for national clout http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/11/06/states_unionized_nurses_hunger_for_national_clout/ Source: boston.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA House passes bill to protect affordable housing http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x880804354/Allston-Brighton-Political-Notes Source: wickedlocal.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Inmate slashes throat of correction officer http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/11/inmate_slashes.html Source: boston.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Crimson : Films Lie About City, Short-change Residents http://www.thecrimson.com/article.aspx?ref=529974 Source: crimson.com 6 November 2009 Boston MA Publics view of health care overhaul has familiar ring http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/11/05/publics_opinions_of_health_care_overhaul_efforts_have_familiar_ring/ Source: boston.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA House Bill Would Assure Workers Paid Sick Days http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/04/health/policy/04sick.html Source: nytimes.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA State earmarks $1.4m for workplace education http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/11/state_earmarks.html Source: boston.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Seafood plant fined following investigation into ice machine death http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091105/NEWS/911050340/-1/TOWN1001 Source: southcoasttoday.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Inspection, assurances after Red Line warning http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/05/inspection_assurances_after_red_line_warning/ Source: boston.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Workplace English fund set up http://www.telegram.com/article/20091105/NEWS/911050651/1002 Source: telegram.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Elected officials to promote Haitian aid http://www.baystatebanner.com/local14-2009-11-05 Source: baystatebanner.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Google searching for new workers to add to its Cambridge office http://www.enterprisenews.com/business/x1659495719/HELP-WANTED-Google-searching-for-new-workers-to-add-to-its-Cambridge-office Source: enterprisenews.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA Mayor mounts census drive http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1257408978267920.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 5 November 2009 Boston MA 5th term for Menino http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/04/with_turnout_high_mayor_menino_sails_to_unprecedented_victory/ Source: boston.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Incumbents Fall As History Made Across State http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/04/incumbents_fall_as_history_made_across_state/ Source: boston.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Nurses union, hospitals renew battle http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x1659495213/Nurses-union-hospitals-renew-battle Source: patriotledger.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Firefighter union president vows to keep up fight vs. administration http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20091104firefighter_union_president_vows_to_keep_up_fight_vs_administration/ Source: boston.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Recount likely in tight mayoral race in Lynn http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20091104recount_likely_in_tight_mayoral_race_in_lynn/ Source: bostonherald.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Area municipalities relieved by Patricks local aid plans http://www.boston.com/yourtown/budgetblues/2009/11/area_municipalities_relieved_b.html Source: boston.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Editorial : Transportation: Patricks not-so-fresh start http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/11/04/transportation_patricks_not_so_fresh_start/ Source: boston.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA Wolf, Jehlen push bill closing wage gap http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x880800873/Wolf-Jehlen-push-bill-closing-wage-gap Source: wickedlocal.com 4 November 2009 Boston MA No letup for mayoral rivals as voters cast verdict today http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/03/menino_flaherty_rally_their_forces_for_todays_mayoral_election/ Source: boston.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Few answers in hospital restraining death http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091103/NEWS/911030309 Source: capecodonline.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA New Allegations in Danvers Explosion (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2009/11/02/New-allegations-in-Danvers/1257217650.html Source: necn.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Panel to monitor offshore leases http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091103/NEWS/911030312 Source: capecodonline.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Kirk: Seize this moment for health reform http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091103/OPINION/911030338/-1/NEWS01 Source: southcoasttoday.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Coakleys Senate campaign goes beyond gender http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1659494590/Coakley-campaign-goes-beyond-gender Source: metrowestdailynews.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Salem apartments harnessing the suns energy for power http://www.salemnews.com/pubiz/local_story_307000857.html Source: salemnews.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Officers honored for bravery http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/11/officers_honore_1.html Source: boston.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Local Study : Early Retirement Not an Option http://www.wwlp.com/dpp/news/local/wwlp_local_study_ealry_retirement_not_an_option_20091031 Source: wwlp.com 3 November 2009 Boston MA Victory for Green Justice Coalition - New Mass. Energy Efficiency Plan Will Help Revive Working Class Neighborhoods http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/1001 Source: openmediaboston.org 2 November 2009 Boston MA New transit merger faces a few snarls http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/02/new_transit_merger_faces_a_few_snarls/ Source: boston.com 2 November 2009 Boston MA US health overhaul could penalize Mass http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/11/01/us_health_overhaul_could_penalize_mass/ Source: boston.com 2 November 2009 Boston MA Menino looms large along expressway http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/11/01/menino_looms_large_along_expressway_in_dorchester/ Source: boston.com 2 November 2009 Boston MA Danvers receives $8.4 M federal grant http://www.wickedlocal.com/danvers/news/x884493234/Danvers-receives-8-4-M-federal-grant Source: wickedlocal.com 2 November 2009 Boston MA Casino resorts bring, quote, good jobs (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/Business/2009/10/29/Study-Casino-resorts-bring/1256849348.html Source: necn.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. workers join those supporting casinos http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5hOacFksHq_10eqC1KWcVp-K00xwgD9BKSHH80 Source: AP 29 October 2009 Boston MA MA project may jumpstart market for offshore wind energy http://www.wm.edu/news/stories/2009/ma-project-may-jumpstart-market-for-offshore-wind-energy-123.php Source: wm.edu 29 October 2009 Boston MA Gambling hearing at State House sparks impassioned debate http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/10/gambling_hearin.html Source: boston.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Patrick slashes $277M in spending http://www.wickedlocal.com/arlington/news/x884495241/Patrick-slashes-277M-in-spending Source: wickedlocal.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Nurses may join big union http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/10/29/nurses_may_join_big_union/ Source: boston.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Education gets biggest boost from stimulus http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x876590856/Education-gets-biggest-boost-from-stimulus Source: metrowestdailynews.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Rumblings in the Boston Labor Movement http://www.socialistalternative.org/news/article14.php?id=1190 Source: socialistalternative.org 29 October 2009 Boston MA Patrick cites states gains as cuts loom http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/29/patrick_cites_states_gains_as_cuts_loom/ Source: boston.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Gov. Patrick says still no union concession deal http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view.bg?articleid=1207904 Source:news.bostonherald.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA City will have to pay $700K in jobless benefits http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x884493341/City-will-have-to-pay-700K-in-jobless-benefits Source: heraldnews.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Lynn police investigate Mayoral signature scandal http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2009/10/29/news/news01.txt Source: itemlive.com 29 October 2009 Boston MA Democrats, labor sound populist call http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2009/10/democrats_labor.html Source: boston.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA Therese Murray seeks to combine economic agencies http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091028therese_murray_seeks_to_combine_economic_agencies/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA Deval Patrick looks at making micro-loans to boost small cos. http://news.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091028deval_patrick_looks_at_making_micro-loans_to_boost_small_cos_helping_the_little_guy/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA Menino, Flaherty Take Last Licks http://news.bostonherald.com/news/mayoral_race/view.bg?articleid=1207782 Source: bostonherald.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA Students sleep out to push clean energy in Massachusetts http://www.greenrightnow.com/kabc/2009/10/27/students-sleep-out-to-push-clean-energy-in-massachusetts/ Source: greenrightnow.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA NStar to receive $10M for smart-grid work http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091028/BIZ/910280312 Source: capecodonline.com 28 October 2009 Boston MA Obamas Mass Pick for Labor Board is One Step Closer http://www.workdayminnesota.org/index.php?news_6_4218 Source: workdayminnesota.org 28 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. energy projects get $33.2m http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/10/27/mass_energy_projects_get_332m/ Source: boston.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Easton business cited for wage and hour violations http://www.wickedlocal.com/easton/news/x1717108131/Easton-business-owned-by-Brockton-man-cited-for-wage-and-hour-violations Source: wickedlocal.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Allegations Made as Lynn Race Heats Up http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2009/10/26/news/news02.txt Source: itemlive.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Danvers light plant part of energy pilot project http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_300000527.html Source: salemnews.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Braintree project part of low-cost housing probe http://news.bostonherald.com/business/real_estate/view/20091027braintree_project_part_of_low-cost_housing_probe_builders_to_repay_23m/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Out of towners, unions help fund Lynn mayoral campaigns into final week http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2009/10/27/news/news01.txt Source: thedailyitemoflynn.com 27 October 2009 Boston MA Unions ask halt to demolition http://www.masslive.com/chicopeeholyoke/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-23/125637256269400.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA Patrick Risks Labor Support on Fernald http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/988 Source: openmediaboston.org 26 October 2009 Boston MA Sirota: After Kennedy, Party Lacks Punch http://inthesetimes.com/article/5026/a_party_with_no_punch Source: inthesetimes.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts gets high marks for energy efficiency http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091023/NEWS/910239997/-1/NEWSMAP Source: southcoasttoday.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA Labors Uneven Crisis http://www.forbes.com/2009/10/23/labor-jobs-unemployment-markets-economy-minorities.html Source: forbes.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA Obamas remarks at the Westin Copley Place http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/10/obamas_remarks.html Source: boston.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA 2 tribes object to Cape Wind turbines http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2009/10/26/2_tribes_object_to_cape_wind_turbines/ Source: boston.com 26 October 2009 Boston MA Teachers union to back Capuano http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/23/teachers_union_to_back_capuano/ Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA A labor of love - and low pay http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/10/23/a_labor_of_love___and_low_pay/ Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Rep. Sullivan, teachers union endorse Flanagan for mayor http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x1799925182/Sen-Sullivan-teachers-union-endorse-Flanagan-for-mayor Source: heraldnews.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Ashmankas: Why Mass Casinos Are a Bad Idea http://www.examiner.com/x-16804-Worcester-County-Nonpartisan-Examiner~y2009m10d22-Why-Massachusetts-casinos-are-a-bad-idea Source: heraldnews.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Cop union blue over Deval Patricks cost-cut focus http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20091023cop_union_blue_over_deval_patricks_cost-cut_focus/ Source: heraldnews.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Single-payer proponents say state health care system broken http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x927260116/Single-payer-proponents-say-state-health-care-system-broken Source: wickedlocal.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Stead : Waive income tax on jobless benefit http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091022/OPINION/910220345/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Fitzgerald: China leaving US behind in green energy http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/articles/2009/10/22/china_leaving_us_behind_in_green_energy/ Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA What lessons Massachusetts holds for US healthcare reform http://features.csmonitor.com/politics/2009/10/21/what-lessons-massachusetts-holds-for-us-healthcare-reform/ Source: features.csmonitor.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Cahill asserts Patrick failed budget test http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/22/cahill_asserts_patrick_failed_budget_test/ Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Locals will work longer, then retire somewhere else http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/10/locals_will_wor.html Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Chief justice warns cuts put courts at risk http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/22/chief_justice_warns_cuts_will_impede_courts/ Source: boston.com 22 October 2009 Boston MA Lynn welcomes cleantech incubator http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2009/10/19/daily34-Lynn-welcomes-cleantech-incubator.html Source: masshightech.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA 3 State AGs threaten to sue FedEx over contractors http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gl036v1iXF7k3LfKwNYkob6DW0bwD9BF1HSO0 Source: AP 20 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. puts a number on its state layoffs: 726 http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gAT7bM59LbXfPIzloNAehRw1nndgD9BF1IG80 Source: AP 20 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. Governor Reaches Out To Help Small Business With Health Premiums http://www.npr.org/blogs/money/2009/10/mass_wants_to_help_small_biz_w.html Source: NPR 20 October 2009 Boston MA FairPoint to meet with unions as it looks to cut millions in debt http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/article/20091021/NEWS01/910210301/FairPoint-to-meet-with-unions-as-it-looks-to-cut-millions-in-debt Source: Burlington Free Press 21 October 2009 Boston MA California Sues State Street Bank, Alleges Overcharging http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125605605654896803.html?mod=WSJ_hpp_LEFTWhatsNewsCollection Source: online.wsj.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA A call for job creation, a shadow of outsourcing http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/21/as_pagliuca_calls_for_job_gains_shadow_of_outsourcing_looms/ Source: boston.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA School construction project in Braintree may be delayed http://www.wickedlocal.com/braintree/news/x1136014202/School-construction-project-in-Braintree-may-be-delayed Source: wickedlocal.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Firefighters take to mayoral stump http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/21/firefighters_take_to_mayoral_stump/ Source: boston.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. unions may take furlough days to save jobs http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20091020mass_unions_may_take_furlough_days_to_save_jobs/srvc=home&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Contractor Label Provokes Legal Disputes http://online.wsj.com/article/SB20001424052748704112904574477991168814928.html Source: online.wsj.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Developers say $800m set for planned Milford casino http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/20/developers_say_800m_set_for_planned_milford_casino/ Source: boston.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Philip Morris may have to fund tests for smokers http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2009/10/20/sjc_rules_philip_morris_may_have_to_pay_for_smokers_chest_exams/ Source: boston.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Congressmen Lynch and Tierney endorse Capuano for Senate http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/town_info/government/x1579583137/Congressmen-Lynch-and-Tierney-endorse-Capuano-for-Senate Source: wickedlocal.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA Dems Try to Lock Up Health Bill Backing http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/10/17/party_tries_to_lock_up_health_bill_backing/ Source: boston.com 20 October 2009 Boston MA SEIU decides to endorse Coakleys US Senate bid http://www.bostonherald.com/news/us_politics/view/20091016seiu_decides_to_endorse_coakleys_us_senate_bid/srvc=home&position=recent Source: bostonherald.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA Brockton Enterprise: Union must evolve to serve members http://www.enterprisenews.com/opinions/x824164742/OPINION-Union-must-evolve-to-serve-members Source: enterprisenews.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. gov: Concessions needed to avoid layoffs http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2009/10/16/business-financial-impact-us-patrick-massachusetts-budget_7012019.html Source: forbes.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA At final meeting, board reflects on turnpikes checkered history http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/news/x185902453/At-final-meeting-board-reflects-on-turnpikes-checkered-history Source: dailytranscript.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA Cloudy outlook for states bet on solar energy firm http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2009/10/17/mass_has_bet_millions_on_evergreen_solar_which_is_now_facing_financial_uncertainty/ Source: boston.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. jobless rate highest in 30 years at 9.3 pct http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5j_dEvPymdFuDRKGFBdUwe1hxinvAD9BBQF5G0 Source: AP 19 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. CEOs likely avoid salary cuts like Lewis http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/10/17/mass_ceos_likely_avoid_salary_cuts_like_lewiss/ Source: boston.com 19 October 2009 Boston MA Several state labor groups join Flanagans cause http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x1340495385/Several-state-labor-groups-join-Flanagan-s-cause Source: heraldnews.com 15 October 2009 Boston MA Insurers, unions criticize Finance health bill http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2009/10/insurers_unions.html Source: boston.com 15 October 2009 Boston MA Labor committee reviewing bill mandating paid sick days http://www.baystatebanner.com/local15-2009-10-15 Source: baystatebanner.com 15 October 2009 Boston MA New York Times scraps plan to sell Boston Globe http://www.reuters.com/article/technology-media-telco-SP/idUSN1426155320091014 Source: reuters.com 15 October 2009 Boston MA Newburyport solar project gets going http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2009/10/14/newburyport_solar_project_gets_going/ Source: boston.com 15 October 2009 Boston MA Stalled agenda irks labor leaders http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/10/12/stalled_agenda_in_washington_irks_labor_leaders/ Source: boston.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Reconsider Columbus Day http://www.examiner.com/x-7627-DC-Progressive-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Reconsider-Columbus-Day Source: examiner.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Verizon cuts violate pact, union says http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2009/10/10/union_says_verizon_layoffs_violate_contract/ Source: boston.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts a Magnet for Newcomers http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/10/10/magnet_for_hopeful_newcomers/ Source: boston.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Beacon Hill Roll Call: House approves pandemic flu emergency response bill http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x593079276/Beacon-Hill-Roll-Call-House-approves-pandemic-flu-emergency-response-bill Source: wickedlocal.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Stalled agenda irks labor leaders http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/10/12/stalled_agenda_in_washington_irks_labor_leaders/ Source: boston.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Reconsider Columbus Day http://www.examiner.com/x-7627-DC-Progressive-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Reconsider-Columbus-Day Source: examiner.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts a Magnet for Newcomers http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/10/10/magnet_for_hopeful_newcomers/ Source: boston.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Beacon Hill Roll Call: House approves pandemic flu emergency response bill http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x593079276/Beacon-Hill-Roll-Call-House-approves-pandemic-flu-emergency-response-bill Source: wickedlocal.com 12 October 2009 Boston MA Excesses of private equity put mattress firm on death bed http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/10/09/excesses_of_private_equity_put_mattress_firm_on_death_bed/ Source: wbur.org 09October 2009 Boston MA Teachers claim unfair practice http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1255072813322970.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 09October 2009 Boston MA MassDOT On Track For November Launch; Labor Issues Remain http://www.wbur.org/2009/10/08/massdot-hearing Source: wbur.org 09October 2009 Boston MA Six unions sign tentative deal in Framingham http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x319026018/Six-unions-sign-tentative-deal-in-Framingham Source: metrowestdailynews.com 09October 2009 Boston MA Lawrence teachers union president calls for Laboys firing http://www.eagletribune.com/punews/local_story_282012944.html Source: eagletribune.com 09 October 2009 Boston MA SEIU Protestst Convention Center Cuts http://www.patriotledger.com/business/x552268417/BUSINESS-IN-BRIEF-Massachusetts-employers-are-getting-more-confident-about-the-economy Source: patriotledger.com 09 October 2009 Boston MA Senate contenders race for unions backing http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/08/senate_contenders_race_for_unions_backing/ Source: boston.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Congressional OK for GE 2nd engine http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2009/10/08/news/news04.txt Source: thedailyitemoflynn.com 08 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. unions push bill requiring paid sick days http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/07/mass_unions_push_bill_requiring_paid_sick_days/ Source: boston.com 08 October 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts to help pay for MBTA parking facility in Salem http://www.progressiverailroading.com/news/article.asp?id=21669 Source: progressiverailroading.com 08 October 2009 Boston MA Letter : Casino Not for New Bedford http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091008/OPINION/910080326 Source: southcoasttoday.com 08 October 2009 Boston MA With flu worries, paid sick days act pitched as public health measure http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x366045993/With-flu-worries-paid-sick-days-act-pitched-as-public-health-measure Source: wickedlocal.com 08 October 2009 Boston MA Mass Mentioned in Human Trafficking Case http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gR83YZ24K4dA6vTYMiZlqkNDOxSQD9B6HA4G3 Source: ap 07 October 2009 Boston MA Norwood Hospital Staffers Vote Yes on Union http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/10/07/hospital_staffers_vote_yes_on_union/ Source: boston.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Court Upholds $2M Award For Wal-Mart Pharmacist http://wbztv.com/local/walmart.Cynthia.Haddad.2.1231579.html Source: wbztv.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA State, School Committee approve Cutler HVAC project http://www.wickedlocal.com/wenham/news/education/x1699616607/State-School-Committee-approve-Cutler-HVAC-project-Decision-now-in-voters-hands Source: wickedlocal.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Is Congress Giving States Too Much Power on Health-Care Reform? http://www.time.com/time/politics/article/0,8599,1928943,00.html Source: time.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Seeking Vindication, Turner Charges Ahead http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/07/with_voter_mandate_turner_presses_ahead/ Source: boston.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA What to do once youve been laid off http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/special_reports/What_to_do_once_youve_been_laid_off_100609 Source: myfoxboston.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Stimulus funds available for energy-efficient projects http://www.wickedlocal.com/amesbury/news/x576540492/Stimulus-funds-available-for-energy-efficient-projects Source: wickedlocal.com 07 October 2009 Boston MA Ambition is admirable, but get these projects moving http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/10/06/ambition_is_admirable_but_get_these_projects_moving/ Source: boston.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA State launches Web-based tool to verify comp coverage for businesses http://www.riskandinsurance.com/story.jsp?storyId=265704618 Source: riskandinsurance.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Wellfleet to vote on wind plan funding http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091006/NEWS/910060317/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Attleboro has plans for school projects http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2009/10/06/news/6229716.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Many Mass. companies fall short on health care http://news.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/healthcare/view/20091001many_mass_companies_fall_short_on_health_care/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA State lags badly on stimulus spending http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/03/state_lags_badly_on_stimulus_spending/ Source: boston.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Mass Construction Worker injured in 25-foot fall at site http://www.newyorkinjurynews.com/2009/10/02/plymouth-construction-worker-injured-in-25-foot-fall-at-site_200910021161.html Source: newyorkinjurynews.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Frank Urges Using $2 Billion Repaid to TARP on Foreclosure Aid http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aj.Q11Pul8WI Source: bloomberg.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Not safe from layoffs in this recession: the public sector http://features.csmonitor.com/economyrebuild/2009/10/02/not-safe-from-layoffs-in-this-recession-the-public-sector/ Source: csmonitor.com 06 October 2009 Boston MA Teachers unions objection bolstered http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/05/state_bolsters_teachers_unions_objection_to_teach_for_america_pact/ Source: boston.com 05 October 2009 Boston MA Correction officers union boss raps suit http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/03/correction_officers_union_boss_raps_suit/ Source: boston.com 05 October 2009 Boston MA What is Labors Plan? http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/955 Source: openmediaboston.org 05 October 2009 Boston MA Unions want casino building jobs http://www.masslive.com/springfield/republican/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1254555904302700.xml&coll=1 Source: masslive.com 05 October 2009 Boston MA Dems vie for votes for Senate http://www.telegram.com/article/20091002/NEWS/910020403/1101 Source: telegram.com 05 October 2009 Boston MA Mass. Nurses Association OKs merger move http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20091002/REG/310029943 Source: modernhealthcare.com 05 October 2009 Boston MA Letter : PLAs work well http://news.bostonherald.com/news/opinion/letters/view.bg?articleid=1201291 Source: news.bostonherald.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Saving energy may generate billions, study says http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/10/02/saving_energy_may_generate_billions_study_says/ Source: boston.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Boston Hyatts swap outsourcing firms http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/10/02/boston_hyatts_swap_outsourcing_firms/ Source: boston.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Boston union workers rally over layoffs http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20091002boston_union_workers_rally_over_layoffs/ Source: bostonherald.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Challenger attacks, mayor parries, both score points http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/10/02/challenger_attacks_mayor_parries_both_score_points/ Source: boston.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA New day, new fray for labor chief http://www.boston.com/jobs/news/articles/2009/10/01/new_day_new_fray_for_labor_chief/ Source: boston.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Boston Globe Guild Members Protest New Health Plan http://www.editorandpublisher.com/eandp/news/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1004017818 Source: editorandpublisher.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA Scribe booted from Globe talk http://news.bostonherald.com/business/media/view/20091001scribe_booted_from_globe_talk/srvc=home&position=recent Source: news.bostonherald.com 02 October 2009 Boston MA In Haverhill, incentives turn old mills into apartments http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/09/30/in_haverhill_former_mills_churn_out_apartments/ Source: boston.com 01 October 2009 Boston MA Unfair labor practices investigated http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_13435210 Source: berkshireeagle.com.com 01 October 2009 Boston MA Geography makes a difference in health coverage http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2009/sep/30/geography-makes-a-difference/ Source: gosangelo.com 01 October 2009 Boston MA 40 years tracking labor market http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/09/27/40_years_tracking_mass_labor_market/ Source: boston.com 30 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. Healthcare Workers Gear Up For H1N1 Flu http://www.thebostonchannel.com/asseenon5/21157340/detail.html Source: thebostonchannel.com 30 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts UFCW Locals Endorse Capuano for US Senate http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/town_info/government/x576526405/Massachusetts-UFCW-Locals-Endorse-Congressman-Capuano-for-US-Senate Source: wickedlocal.com 30 September 2009 Boston MA Open Media Boston Co-Sponsors National Writers Union Digital Media Conference http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/943 Source: openmediaboston.org 30 September 2009 Boston MA Labor secretary says states economy rebounding http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090930/NEWS/909300319 Source: southcoasttoday.com 30 September 2009 Boston MA Mass Labor Leader Slain in 1907 Honored in Massachusetts http://blog.aflcio.org/2009/09/26/labor-leader-slain-in-1907-honored-in-massachusetts/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 30 September 2009 Boston MA Military experience, some find, is tough to translate on resumes http://www.boston.com/jobs/news/articles/2009/09/27/military_experience_some_find_is_tough_to_translate_on_resumes/ Source: boston.com 30 September 2009 Boston MA Wal-Mart will pay to settle labor case http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/09/25/wal_mart_will_pay_to_settle_labor_case/ Source: boston.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Union says Verizon is prepping for a sale in Massachusetts http://blogs.wickedlocal.com/massmarkets/2009/09/24/union-says-verizon-is-prepping-for-a-sale-in-mass/ Source: blogs.wickedlocal.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Hyatts Face Protests After Layoffs in Boston Area http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/25/us/25boston.html Source: nytimes.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Doctors group drops late-night ER visit fees http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/09/25/5_mass_hospitals_drop_late_night_er_visit_fees/ Source: boston.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Kirk to Succeed Kennedy in U.S. Senate http://blog.aflcio.org/2009/09/24/kirk-to-succeed-kennedy-in-us-senate/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 25 September 2009 Boston MA Kerry asks $20m for Kennedy institute http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/09/25/watchdog_groups_rap_20m_earmark_for_kennedy_institute/ Source: boston.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Sexual Orientation Bias Bill Starts Moving Again http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/26/69/00.php Source: workforce.com 25 September 2009 Boston MA Patrick tells Hyatt : rehire workers or face state boycott http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/09/gov_patrick_say.html Source: reuters.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Worcester Staffing Firm Hit With Indictment http://www.wbjournal.com/news44577.html Source: wbjournal.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Mayor cruises into final; Flaherty holds off two fellow challengers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/23/mayor_cruises_into_final_councilor_holds_off_two_fellow_challengers/ Source: boston.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Council Campaign Claims Union Ties, Rejects Label http://www.patriotledger.com/opinions/x1151319163/SPEAK-OUT-Don-t-always-look-for-union-label Source: patriotledger.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA State: More jobs on North Shore http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_267002246.html Source: salemnews.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Tax may hit Mass. health care plans http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2009/09/24/news/6157109.txt Source: thesunchronicle.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Gov. solicits proposals for projects that demonstrate energy solutions http://www.wickedlocal.com/amesbury/news/x1789520441/Gov-solicits-proposals-for-projects-that-demonstrate-energy-solutions Source: wickedlocal.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Union representing Mass Workers files trade case against China http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSTRE58M60620090924 Source: reuters.com 24 September 2009 Boston MA Union criticizes late-night fees at Beth Israel ER http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/09/23/doctors_group_says_surcharges_arent_unusual/ Source: boston.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. teachers union issues blistering report on charters http://www.wickedlocal.com/essex/news/x576507167/Mass-teachers-union-issues-blistering-report-on-charter-school-enrollment-trends Source: wickedlocal.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA Mayor Menino hits hospital chief bonus, union sees excess http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1199069 Source: bostonherald.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA ACORN names former Mass AG its investigator http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gPPnSn1FITJJ2-lJJvFZYE07_cdQD9ASKONG2 Source: associated press 23 September 2009 Boston MA Sen. Kerry Fights a Proposed Health Tax http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2009/09/22/sen-kerry-fights-a-proposed-health-tax/ Source: blogs.wsj.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. Incomes nearly flat, but better than most http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20090923mass_incomes_nearly_flat_but_better_than_most/srvc=business&position=recent_bullet Source: bostonherald.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA Dissension clouds push for RN super union http://sanfrancisco.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/stories/2009/09/07/daily78.html Source: sanfrancisco.bizjournals.com 23 September 2009 Boston MA Local First: A Strategy For Employee Free Choice http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/4931/local_first_a_strategy_for_employee_free_choice/ Source: inthesetimes.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Cape Wind Veep : Alliance raises unfounded concerns http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090921/OPINION/909219981/-1/NEWSMAP Source: capecodonline.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Bidding on solar panel project begins http://www.wickedlocal.com/chelmsford/news/x1073698416/Bidding-on-solar-panel-project-begins Source: wickedlocal.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Towns close in on health services agreement http://www.newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_263222811.html Source: newburyportnews.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Allows Public to Verify Workers Comp Coverage http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2009/09/17/103845.htm Source: insurancejournal.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Casinos get boost as DeLeo signs on http://www.boston.com/yourtown/waltham/articles/2009/09/19/deleo_murray_join_patrick_in_calling_for_legalizing_casinos/ Source: boston.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA T unions sue state on their benefits http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/18/t_unions_sue_state_on_their_benefits/ Source: boston.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. unemployment hits 9.1 percent http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/09/mass_unemployme_20.html Source: boston.com 21 September 2009 Boston MA Big Amesbury condo project closer http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2009/09/big_amesbury_condo_project_closer.html?ana=e_boston_blog Source: boston.bizjournals.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Boston Properties recasting Russia Wharf plan amid outcry http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/09/14/daily44.html?s=du&ana=e_du_pap&ed=2009-09-17 Source: boston.bizjournals.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. AG Coakley sues Acton developers http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/09/14/daily42.html?ed=2009-09-17&ana=e_du_pap Source: boston.bizjournals.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Union Members Say They Want More Hardball From Obama http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=awAH.PNJYh0A Source: bloomberg.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Michael Capuano jumps in Senate race http://www.bostonherald.com/news/us_politics/view.bg?articleid=1197764 Source: bostonherald.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Harvard Endowment Woes Spur Protests Over Vacant Properties http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601109&sid=aTXaa0GpOPAo Source: bloomberg.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA US health plan is trapped by free market ideology http://www.socialistworker.co.uk/art.php?id=18996 Source: socialistworker.co.uk 17 September 2009 Boston MA Funds for energy-efficiency projects flow to federal courthouses http://www.sfexaminer.com/opinion/blogs/under-the-dome/Stimulus-funds-for-energy-efficiency-projects-flow-to-federal-courthouses-59482937.html Source: sfexaminer.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Patrick : Massachusetts Is a Health-Reform Model http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203440104574405252468577402.html?mod=googlenews_wsj Source: online.wsj.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA State jobless benefits fund seen in the red until 2013 http://www.wickedlocal.com/belmont/news/x1692317584/State-jobless-benefits-fund-seen-in-the-red-until-2013 Source: wickedlocal.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA New Hanover High School could cost $10 million less than expected http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x1101623177/New-Hanover-High-School-could-cost-10-million-less-than-expected Source: patriotledger.com 17 September 2009 Boston MA Kennedy video brings convention to its feet http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/09/15/house_democrats_to_reprimand_lawmaker/ Source: boston.com 16 September 2009 Boston MA Harkin : Card Check Remains in Play http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/blogs/beltway-confidential/Card-Check-remains-in-play--59347652.html Source: washingtonexaminer.com 16 September 2009 Boston MA Mandated Mass Health Insurance Squeezes Those in the Middle http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125304790936413347.html?mod=googlenews_wsj Source: online.wsj.com 16 September 2009 Boston MA UWS News : With Support for Afghan War Falling, Obama Speaks at AFL-CIO Conference http://www.unionwebservices.com/all_news/uws_original_news_content/1255 Source: unionwebservices.com.com 16 September 2009 Boston MA Lynch opts out of Senate contest http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/16/lynch_opts_out_of_senate_contest/ Source: boston.com 16 September 2009 Boston MA MA-Sen: The Democratic Field http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2009/9/13/781497/-MA-Sen:-The-Democratic-Field Source: dailykos.com 15 September 2009 Boston MA Harkin, as New Senate Labor Committee Chair, Vows to Pass EFCA http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/26/66/56.php Source: workforce.com 15 September 2009 Boston MA Activists demand action as the foreclosure problem gets worse http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/economy/activists-demand-action-as-the-foreclosure-problem-gets-worse Source: dailykos.com 15 September 2009 Boston MA How Can Labor Get Stronger in the Recession? http://labornotes.org/node/2396 Source: labornotes.org 14 September 2009 Boston MA Coakley faces tight funding window http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/14/coakley_faces_tight_funding_window/ Source: boston.com 14 September 2009 Boston MA Health care at center of US Senate race http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/12/health_care_debate_takes_center_in_massachusetts_us_senate_race/ Source: boston.com 14 September 2009 Boston MA Hiring boom isnt likely, but things are picking up http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/09/13/hiring_boom_isnt_likely_but_things_are_picking_up/ Source: boston.com 12 September 2009 Boston MA Immigrant and Labor Groups Announce Citizenship Push to Help Applicants Overcome... http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS166757+11-Sep-2009+PRN20090911 Source: reuters.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Boston Community Activists Protest Deutsche Bank Golf Tournament http://www.huffingtonpost.com/richard-zombeck/activists-protest-deutsch_b_280605.html Source: huffingtonpost.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Mass. ruling causes solar industry flare-up http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/09/14/story11.html?ana=e_ph Source: boston.bizjournals.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Hedge Fund Settles Mass Madoff Suit http://www.newsinferno.com/archives/12248 Source: newsinferno.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts unemployment claims falling http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/09/07/daily28.html Source: bizjournals.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA New Senate Labor Committee Chair Vows to Pass EFCA http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/26/66/56.php Source: workforce.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Women workers are powerful http://www.workers.org/2009/us/women_workers_0917/ Source: workers.org 11 September 2009 Boston MA Relief in state health plan sought http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2009/09/11/relief_in_state_health_plan_sought/ Source: workforce.com 11 September 2009 Boston MA Kerry joins the call for interim senator http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/10/kerry_joins_the_call_for_interim_senator/ Source: boston.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA State, local governments could cut most jobs since 80s http://features.csmonitor.com/economyrebuild/2009/09/09/state-local-governments-could-cut-most-jobs-since-80s/ Source: csmonitor.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA MNA, other RN unions clamor for so-called super union, blast opponents http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/stories/2009/09/07/daily53.html Source: bizjournals.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA Boston Globe workers are told sale is no longer certain http://www.usatoday.com/money/media/2009-09-09-boston-globe-times-co_N.htm Source: usatoday.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA New center aids immigrants in labor matters http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090910/NEWS/909100366 Source: southcoasttoday.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA Healthcare Crisis Hits Small Business http://www.portfolio.com/business-news/2009/09/09/healthcare-crisis-hits-small-business/ Source: portfolio.com 10 September 2009 Boston MA Morning Fix: No-Go Joe in Massachusetts Special http://voices.washingtonpost.com/thefix/morning-fix/morning-fix-kennedys-no-go.html?wprss=thefix Source: voices.washingtonpost.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Mass Labor unions to politicians: Work hard for the money http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20090908labor_unions_to_politicians_work_hard_for_the_money/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Action by labor unions is urged at Central Mass. AFL-CIO breakfast http://www.telegram.com/article/20090908/NEWS/909080370/1052 Source: telegram.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Immigration activists urge census boycott http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/09/08/proposed_boycott_of_census_divides_immigrant_community_in_massachusetts/ Source: boston.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Labor Day Report: MA Workers Faring Better than Most in the US http://www.publicnewsservice.org/index.php?/content/article/10426-1 Source: publicnewsservice.org 8 September 2009 Boston MA Pace of Change Under Obama Frustrates Unions http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/07/us/politics/07labor.html Source: nytimes.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Jobless plight growing longer http://www.boston.com/jobs/news/articles/2009/09/07/long_term_unemployment_numbers_in_us_reach_record_of_5_million/ Source: boston.com 8 September 2009 Boston MA Mark Labor Day with Pledge to Pass Affordable Healthcare and Labor Reform http://www.commondreams.org/newswire/2009/09/02-8 Source: commondreams.org 4 September 2009 Boston MA In One Week, Three Workplace Deaths in Massachusetts http://ehstoday.com/standards/osha/workplace-deaths-massachusetts-2304/ Source: ehstoday.com 4 September 2009 Boston MA 5 Mass Hospitals sued by workers for pay practices http://www.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/healthcare/view/20090904hospitals_sued_for_pay_practices/srvc=home&position=also Source: bostonherald.com 4 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Waits for a Kennedy to Decide on Race http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/04/us/politics/04succession.html Source: nytimes.com 4 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts attorney general formally enters Senate race http://edition.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/09/03/coakley.senate.race/ Source: cnn.com 4 September 2009 Boston MA Town Hall Talk: Crowd Cheers Kerry http://voices.washingtonpost.com/capitol-briefing/2009/09/town_hall_talk_2.html Source: washingtonpost.com 4 September 2009 Boston MA UMASS Report: We Need Unions to Build an Economy with Good Jobs http://blog.aflcio.org/2009/09/02/report-we-need-unions-to-build-an-economy-with-good-jobs/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 3 September 2009 Boston MA Kerry plans health care meeting in Massachusetts http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5i-CQqnCPqzoZKuRLzqb215-PBj1QD9AF8MVG0 Source: blogs.nytimes.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Kaiser Study Finds Shortcomings in Massachusetts Insurance Programs http://prescriptions.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/09/02/kaiser-study-finds-shortcomings-in-massachusetts-insurance-programs/ Source: blogs.nytimes.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Groups speak for, against casinos http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x560172917/Groups-speak-for-against-casinos Source: milforddailynews.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts to get $15M piece of $2B Pfizer settlement http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20090903massachusetts_to_get_15m_piece_of_2b_pfizer_settlement/ Source: bostonherald.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Will Globe get Taylor-made offer? http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1195089 Source: bostonherald.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Tierney mulling run for Senate http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2009/09/03/news/news03.txt Source: itemlive.com 3 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Senate Contender Doesnt Wait for Kennedys to Run http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=aI_1tfts1UYk Source: bloomberg.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Meehan Still Mulling Massachusetts Senate Race http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=5&docID=news-000003196080 Source: cqpolitics.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Group Takes on Big Alcohol http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS106284+02-Sep-2009+PRN20090902 Source: reuters.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Mass green jobs grants awarded http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/08/31/daily14.html Source: bizjournals.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Mass wind projects to add 50% to capacity http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20090901mass_wind_projects_to_add_50_to_capacity/srvc=business&position=recent_bullet Source: bostonherald.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Businesses uneasy without Kennedy http://www.boston.com/business/healthcare/articles/2009/09/01/programs_have_unsure_future_without_kennedy_to_champion/ Source: boston.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Most teachers back unions stance http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/letters/articles/2009/08/29/most_teachers_back_unions_stance/ Source: boston.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA City worker killed by minivan identified http://www.wpri.com/dpp/news/local_wpri_attleboro_bayberry_hill_city_worker_struck_by_minivan_identified_20090831_nek Source: wpri.com 2 September 2009 Boston MA Labor mounts autumn offensive http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0809/26649.html Source: politico.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Local 1199 SEIU and 615 Members Remember Senator Kennedy http://www.seiu.org/mt/mt-search.cgi?blog_id=1&tag=harvard%20security%20officers&limit=20 Source: seiu.org 1 September 2009 Boston MA OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Course Now Mandatory in Mass, Six States http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS136886+01-Sep-2009+PRN20090901 Source: reuters.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Without Kennedy, healthcare providers fear loss of benefactor http://features.csmonitor.com/globalnews/2009/09/01/without-kennedy-healthcare-providers-fear-loss-of-benefactor/ Source: csmonitor.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Insurer to pay $17M to state http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSTRE57U40F20090901 Source: reuters.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts governor backs naming Kennedy successor http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view/20090901insurer_to_pay_17m_to_state/srvc=business&position=recent_bullet Source: bostonherald.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts court ruling could help make ticket scalping legal in the state http://www.ticketnews.com/Massachusetts-court-ruling-could-help-make-ticket-scalping-legal-in-the-state8093121 Source: ticketnews.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Cuts Back Immigrants Health Care http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/01/health/policy/01mass.html?hpw Source: nytimes.com 1 September 2009 Boston MA Hospitals Medicare funds targeted in reform debate http://www.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view.bg?articleid=1194330 Source: bostonherald.com 31 August 2009 Boston MA Both sides invoke Kennedy in health debate http://www.philly.com/inquirer/world_us/20090831_Both_sides_invoke_Kennedy_in_health_debate.html Source: philly.com 31 August 2009 Boston MA Labors love lost http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1193654 Source: bostonherald.com 31 August 2009 Boston MA Progressive Statements on the Passing of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/869 Source: openmediaboston.org 31 August 2009 Boston MA Early : Kennedy Labor Record Merits Closer Look http://www.counterpunch.org/early08282009.html Source: counterpunch.org 31 August 2009 Boston MA Seasonal Jobs Lower Jobless Rates http://www.wbjournal.com/news44305.html Source: wbjournal.com 31 August 2009 Boston MA 40 percent of workers in Mass. have no paid sick days http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1844611447/40-percent-of-workers-in-Mass-have-no-paid-sick-days Source: metrowestdailynews.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA http://www.bostonherald.com/business/healthcare/view.bg?articleid=1194330 40 percent of workers in Mass. have no paid sick days http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1844611447/40-percent-of-workers-in-Mass-have-no-paid-sick-days Source: metrowestdailynews.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA New Study Says Green Economy can lead workers out of poverty http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/Pollution/Green-Economy-can-aid-environment-create-jobs/articleshow/4924818.cms Source: The Economic Times 24 August 2009 Boston MA Declining Revenue Streams Strain Medical Centers http://news.nurse.com/article/20090824/NATIONAL01/108240029/-1/frontpage Source: news.nurse.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA Will Patricks rail promise be fulfilled? http://www.enterprisenews.com/opinions/x1844611535/OPINION-Will-Patrick-s-rail-promise-be-fulfilled Source: enterprisenews.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA Doctors favor reform, public option http://www.telegram.com/article/20090823/NEWS/908230367/0/NEWS05 Source: telegram.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA Battery firms plans unravel after stimulus funds denied http://www.boston.com/business/technology/articles/2009/08/23/battery_firms_plans_unravel_after_stimulus_funds_denied/ Source: boston.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA Southcoast Hospitals restructuring will eliminate 93 positions http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090820/NEWS/908209991/-1/NEWSMAP Source: southcoasttoday.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA Whole lotta protesting over Whole Foods CEO stance http://www.bostonherald.com/business/general/view.bg?articleid=1192667&srvc=business&position=1 Source: bostonherald.com 24 August 2009 Boston MA On the Offensive, Trumka, Progressive Dems Revive Healthcare Battle http://inthesetimes.com/working/entry/4785/on_the_offensive_trumka_progressive_dems_re-invigorate_healthcare_battle/ Source: inthesetimes.com 21 August 2009 Boston MA Telephone workers brief Mass. Congressional Delegation on Verizons proposed job cuts http://www.openmediaboston.org/node/858 Source: openmediaboston.org 21 August 2009 Boston MA Mass. Unemployment Rises To 8.8 Percent http://www.wbur.org/2009/08/20/unemployment-mass Source: wbur.org 21 August 2009 Boston MA Fall River officers agree to wage cuts http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1886175031/Fall-River-officers-agree-to-wage-cuts Source: heraldnews.com 21 August 2009 Boston MA Veterans eligible for green jobs training as part of federal grant http://www.heraldnews.com/news/local_news/x1373195101/Veterans-eligible-for-green-jobs-training-as-part-of-federal-grant Source: heraldnews.com 21 August 2009 Boston MA Mass. Unemployment Rises To 8.8 Percent http://www.wbur.org/2009/08/20/unemployment-mass Source: wbur.org 21 August 2009 Boston MA Harvard Docs Release Study : Working Families Will Pay Most in Health Benefits Tax http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2009-08/pfan-hsr081909.php Source: eurekalert.org 20 August 2009 Boston MA Workers strongly support new union http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_13164841 Source: berkshireeagle.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA Kennedy urges that Senate seat be filled quickly http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/20/kennedy_looking_ahead_urges_a_quick_filling_of_senate_seat/ Source: boston.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA Shire to pour $460M, 750 jobs into Lexington http://www.masshightech.com/stories/2009/08/17/daily26-Shire-to-pour-460M-750-jobs-into-Lexington.html Source: masshightech.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA Community Colleges Hold Key to Growth http://www.masslive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2009/08/community_college_holds_key_to.html Source: masslive.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA Rain and empty wallets leave parched landscape for lawn care workers http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/08/20/rain_empty_wallets_leave_parched_landscape_for_lawn_workers/ Source: boston.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA With late start, Districts urged to change policies http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/20/late_start_may_make_mass_school_year_tight/ Source: boston.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts great garbage debate http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/green/greenblog/2009/08/massachusetts_great_garbage_de_1.html Source: boston.com 20 August 2009 Boston MA City workers overcome by foul odor in Boston (Video) http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2009/08/18/City-workers-overcome-by-foul/1250626618.html Source: necn.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Barney Frank Handles Health Care Heckler (Video) http://gawker.com/5340606/barney-frank-demonstrates-precisely-how-to-handle-wingnuts-at-town-hall-meetings Source: gawker.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Dominos pizza franchise owners cited for violations of Mass wage act http://www.wickedlocal.com/saugus/news/x2145964363/Domino-s-pizza-franchise-owners-cited-for-violations-of-Mass-wage-act Source: wickedlocal.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Health co-ops fans like cost and care http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2009/08/19/health_co_ops_fans_like_cost_and_care/ Source: boston.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Workers take action to launch film careers http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/08/19/workers_take_action_to_launch_film_careers/ Source: boston.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Gavlin Wont Back Down on Madoff Suit http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE57D3X820090814 Source: reuters.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Ruling rebuffs toll payers who use Mass. Pike http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/19/ruling_rebuffs_toll_payers_who_use_mass_pike/ Source: boston.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Contract Awarded by Federal Agencies in Massachusetts http://targetednews.com/disp_story.php?s_id=997491 Source: targetednews.com 19 August 2009 Boston MA Senior : Don't Confuse Medicare with Single-Payer http://www.counterpunch.org/cramer08182009.html Source: counterpunch.org 18 August 2009 Boston MA Join the Discussion : Beeman Fires Back on Labor Stats http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090815/OPINION/908150326/-1/NEWSMAP Source: southcoasttoday.com 18 August 2009 Boston MA Community Colleges Need Real Stimulus http://www.businesswest.com/details.asp?id=2119 Source: businsswest.com 18 August 2009 Boston MA Bridge work may begin soon in Framingham http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1413645369/Bridge-work-may-begin-soon-in-Framingham Source: metrowestdailynews.com 18 August 2009 Boston MA Unemployment In New England Highest Among Latinos http://www.wbur.org/2009/08/17/minority-unemployment Source: wbur.org 18 August 2009 Boston MA New textile business in New Bedford bucks trend http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090818/NEWS/908180336/-1/NEWSMAP Source: southcoasttoday.com 18 August 2009 Boston MA Public Option in Health Plan May Be Dropped http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/18/health/policy/18talkshows.html Source: nytimes.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA Rules deemed lax at elder-care sites http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20090816rules_deemed_lax_at_elder-care_sites/srvc=home&position=also Source: news.bostonherald.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA As state eyes wood fuel, some activists see red http://news.bostonherald.com/jobfind/news/technology/view.bg?articleid=1191465 Source: news.bostonherald.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA On the slow train to financial reality http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2009/08/16/on_the_slow_train_to_financial_reality/ Source: boston.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA Laid-off textile workers to begin new jobs at New Bedford Tactical Gear http://www.projo.com/news/content/Textile_workers_NewBedford_08-17-09_M8FDBLB_v10.338637e.html Source: projo.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA Casino jobs arent enough http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/08/16/casino_jobs_arent_enough/ Source: boston.com 17 August 2009 Boston MA Arroyo Gains Key Endorsements from GBLC, Cabral http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x1876202090/Allston-Brighton-political-notes Source: wickedlocal.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Mass in top 10 for stimulus spending http://www.mvtimes.com/marthas-vineyard/news/latest.php?id=151 Source: mvtimes.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Lynn Union targets GE workers http://www.rutlandherald.com/article/20090814/NEWS01/908140363/0/FEATURES14 Source: rutlandherald.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Menino wants police at every construction site http://www.wickedlocal.com/allston/news/x772300545/Menino-wants-police-at-every-construction-site Source: wickedlocal.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Letter tries to reassure MBTA workers after Grabauskas departure http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/08/letter_reassure.html Source: boston.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Obama Proposal to Create Medicare Panel Meets With Resistance http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/14/health/policy/14medpac.html Source: nytimes.com 14 August 2009 Boston MA Business confidence is up in Massachusetts http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2009/08/business_confid_8.html Source: boston.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Join the Discussion : Mihos Says Brockton can benefit from power plant http://www.enterprisenews.com/opinions/x968316795/OPINION-Brockton-can-benefit-from-power-plant Source: enterprisenews.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Massachusetts Real-Estate Development Goes Solar http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/partner/grosolar-2161/news/article/2009/08/massachusetts-real-estate-development-goes-solar Source: renewableenergyworld.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA 16 local Massachusetts schools get Renewable Energy Stimulus funds http://www.examiner.com/x-5908-Boston-Environmental-Policy-Examiner~y2009m8d12-16-local-Massachusetts-schools-get-Renewable-Energy-Stimulus-funds Source: examiner.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Western Mass. Electric Co. gets approval to build solar facilities that will power up to 6,000 homes http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2009/08/western_mass_electric_co_gets.html?category=Energy Source: masslive.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Nurses in Massachusetts understand the need for health reform http://www.examiner.com/x-19693-Boston-Health-News-Examiner~y2009m8d12-Nurses-in-Massachusetts-understand-the-need-for-health-reform Source: examiner.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Patrick planning Mass. economic summit http://www.baystatebanner.com/local13-2009-08-13 Source: baystatebanner.com 13 August 2009 Boston MA Harvard to Install Solar Array Panels at Arsenal Complex http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/08/11/harvard_to_install_solar_array_at_watertown_complex/ Source: boston.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA The Citizenship of the Uninsured http://economix.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/10/the-citizenship-of-the-uninsured/ Source: nytimes.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA Jeff Crosby : Adventures of an Adjunct Professor http://blog.aflcio.org/2009/08/10/adventures-of-an-adjunct-professor/ Source: blog.aflcio.org 11 August 2009 Boston MA Small actions bring individual fulfillment http://www.wickedlocal.com/carver/news/business/x1558730389/Small-actions-bring-individual-fulfillment Source: wickedlocal.com/carver 11 August 2009 Boston MA Mass. AG, company settle Hurricane Ike pay dispute http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/6564835.html Source: chron.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA Defense firm to add 75 positions after winning high-tech contracts http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/08/10/defense_firm_to_add_75_positions_after_winning_high_tech_contracts/ Source: boston.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA Lawmakers blast T fare hike proposal http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/08/lawmakers_blast.html Source: boston.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA Troopers ask Patrick for audit of State Police http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/09/state_police_union_urges_audit_of_agency/ Source: boston.com 11 August 2009 Boston MA The Massachusetts Model http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/09/opinion/09sun1.html Source: nytimes.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Coakley emerges as advocate for utility rate-payers, Union Voices Approval http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/10/coakley_emerges_as_rate_payer_advocate/ Source: boston.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Your Response to ABC : Non-union contractors never shut out http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090808/OPINION/908080322/-1/NEWS06 Source: southcoasttoday.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Head of state appeals agency quits http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/07/head_of_state_appeals_agency_quits_amid_complaints/ Source: boston.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Westborough teachers union, school officials await labor case decision http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1582179044/Westborough-teachers-union-school-officials-await-labor-case-decision Source: metrowestdailynews.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Wage concession talks continue http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x262903465/Wage-concession-talks-continue Source: heraldnews.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA U.S. Recession May Have Ended in July, NBERs Frankel Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aTtraQnso0YU Source: bloomberg.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Questions raised on scaffold regulation http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/07/scaffolding_scare_calls_into_question_rigging_regulation/ Source: religiondispatches.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Why David Sometimes Wins: What We Must Learn From Cesar Chavez http://www.religiondispatches.org/archive/humanrights/1716/why_david_sometimes_wins:_what_we_must_learn_from_cesar_chavez Source: religiondispatches.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Proposal foresees gamings effects http://www.masslive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2009/08/proposal_foresees_gamings_effe.html Source: masslive.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Insurance options for small firms studied http://www.boston.com/business/articles/2009/08/07/insurance_options_for_small_firms_studied/ Source: boston.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Teachers fight back against charter schools http://www.pslweb.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=12669&news_iv_ctrl=0 Source: pslweb.org 7 August 2009 Boston MA Join the Discussion : Charter schools eschew tenure http://www.telegram.com/article/20090804/NEWS/908040391/1101 Source: telegram.com 7 August 2009 Boston MA Solomont tapped as Obamas man in Madrid http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2009/08/solomont_tapped.html Source: boston.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA Window washers rescued from 37-story plunge as platform collapses http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20090806window_washers_rescued_from_37-story_plunge_as_platform_collapses_high-rise_horror/srvc=home&position=4 Source: news.bostonherald.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA 291 Verizon workers face loss of jobs http://www.projo.com/economy/VERIZON_JOBCUTS_08-06-09_HMF9VEB_v16.36166db.html Source: projo.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA Activists announce campaign against racial profiling http://www.workers.org/2009/us/racial_profiling_0813/ Source: workers.org 6 August 2009 Boston MA Kennedy Introduces Gay Protections Bill with Transgender Provisions http://www.ontopmag.com/article.aspx?id=4330&MediaType=1&Category=26 Source: workers.org 6 August 2009 Boston MA When Does Physical Restraint Become Abuse? http://www.usnews.com/articles/education/2009/08/05/when-does-physical-restraint-become-abuse.html Source: usnews.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA Analogic lays off 85 worldwide, 58 in state http://www.salemnews.com/punews/local_story_218000402.html?keyword=topstory Source: salemnews.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA Patrick pushes to oust T chief http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/06/patrick_pushes_to_oust_t_chief/ Source: boston.com 6 August 2009 Boston MA Injured New Bedford worker improves, provides information on vapor incident http://www.projo.com/massachusetts/content/new_bedford_folo_08-05-09_2NF9NAU_v7.38ac1c3.html Source: projo.com 5 August 2009 Boston MA Workplace Yoga And Meditation Can Lower Feelings Of Stress http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/08/090804114102.htm Source: sciencedaily.com 5 August 2009 Boston MA Four convicted of delivering substandard concrete to Big Dig http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/08/six_convicted_o.html Source: boston.com 4 August 2009 Boston MA Mass. court upholds skycaps victory in baggage fee lawsuit http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2009/08/mass_court_upho.html Source: boston.com 4 August 2009 Boston MA Health fund for jobless runs low http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/05/health_fund_for_jobless_runs_low/ Source: boston.com 5 August 2009 Boston MA Medical Payments Per Claim for Massachusetts Workers Comp Claims Lowest of 14 States, but Steadily Increasing http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/medical-payments-per-claim-for,915347.shtml Source: earthtimes.org 5 August 2009 Boston MA Menino pushing for police as flaggers http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2009/08/05/menino_pushing_for_police_as_flaggers/ Source: boston.com 5 August 2009 Boston MA Mystery gas hospitalizes 117 in New Bedford http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssIndustryMaterialsUtilitiesNews/idUSN0353989120090803 Source: reuters.com 4 August 2009 Boston MA OSHA proposes $125K fine for Massachusetts manufacturer http://www.reliableplant.com/article.aspx?articleid=19236&pagetitle=OSHA+proposes+%24125K+fine+for+Massachusetts+manufacturer