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There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. Beacon Hill Roll Call has obtained the official list from the state treasurer's office of the "per diem" travel, meals and lodging reimbursements collected by the 40 state senators in 2009. Comment?
There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week. Beacon Hill Roll Call has obtained the official list from the state treasurer's office of the 'per diem' travel, meals and lodging reimbursements collected by the 40 state senators in 2009. Comment?
SJC says school panel violated law with e-mails BOSTON - The state Supreme Judicial Court has ruled e-mails exchanged by members of the Wayland School Committee must be made public under the state's open meeting law. Comment?
10 wishes for a better new year
... agenda. It hasn't been popular with the insiders, but Deval Patrick has pushed a sclerotic political culture on Beacon Hill toward more transparency and accountability. He moved (albeit not far enough) to end the near-extortionate practice of police ... Comment?
... rate is expected to rise by $150 million to $300 million next year, depending on current discussions on Beacon Hill on how to replenish the state's depleted jobless-insurance fund. The state is also eyeing doubling the current $16.80-per-employee ... Comment?
... usually give us a sinking feeling. But next Monday brings us something to look forward to: the start of Beacon Hill housewares and gift shop Good 's semi-annual sale. Select items will be half off, including holiday jewelry from Alexis Bittar, Chan ... Comment?
Duncan's reform no match for the law of inertia
When the soil is bad, the plants don't grow. On the same note, students planted in persistently failing schools are immune to interventions. Comment?
Mass. man settles wrongful conviction suit
... through the city. The newest of these, the Norman B. Leventhal Walk to the Sea, begins downtown at venerable Beacon Hill and ends at Long Wharf jutting into Boston Harbor. Named for a prominent real estate developer who developed many contemporary ... Comment?
Little will be mi$$ed about a 09
... were slashing programs to balance the state budget. Even with federal money flowing into state coffers, Beacon Hill lawmakers still OK'd an increase in the state sales tax and gave local authorities power to implement new restaurant taxes. One of ... Comment?
Top 2009 wedding locations and destinations round-up
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... The Liberty Hotel , Boston, MA Gives new meaning to a lifetime commitment. A converted prison in the historic Beacon Hill section of Boston is beautiful. Exposed brick and yes even some of the original jail bars add a unique touch and added fun for ... Comment?
Louisa May Alcotta s own story is full of drama
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... Louisa gains custody of the child, making her a single mother. But her health deteriorates profoundly in the Beacon Hill home where she lives with her aged father. In a sorrow-filled denouement that almost seems scripted, Louisa May and her father ... Comment?
... who claimed the local pol had an affair with her husband. Shirt story One final bit of holiday hijinks: While Beacon Hill lawmakers argued about whether DiMasi ripped off taxpayers by charging the state huge legal fees for his corruption case, the ... Comment?
The latest legal woes involving state Sen. Anthony D. Galluccio perfectly illustrate how profoundly Massachusetts' legal system has been weakened by lenient application of the laws and the employment of double standards when it comes to the treatment of public officials. Comment?
Bay State Poised For Recovery
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... have not only put people to work today, but strengthened our economic foundation for the future. Looking Beyond Beacon Hill And finally, regional equity, is about spreading economic opportunity throughout the commonwealth, with a special emphasis on ... Comment?
Dinner at Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
After a busy morning with flying wrapping paper and gift overload, let executive chef Jason Bond from Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro pamper you with langoustine raviolo, maple yams, roasted lamb, tarts, creme caramel, and other delicious fare - did we mention the confit fingerling potatoes and wild mushroom ragu? And for folks who are enjoying a ... Comment?
Winter warmers at Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
... pizza shops in particular. Bars not so much, unless you're partial to the quintessential dive bona fides of the Beacon Hill Pub, or the slouching collegiate charm of the Sevens. Perhaps it's that dearth of bar real estate that made the Beacon Hill ... Comment?
Last-Minute New Year's Eve Events for the Indecisive Bostonian: Back Bay Edition
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Why drink champagne at midnight when you can knock back whiskey? McGreevy's Boston Still mulling over where to celebrate the end of 2009? It's easy to be indecisive in Boston with so many bars and clubs rising to the occasion with festive New Year's Eve parties. Comment?
small group of mutinous House lawmakers who held up Beacon Hill business last week dropped their complaints just in time for Christmas week, when movement in the marble halls all but halts. House Speaker Robert DeLeo (D-Winthrop) has a lot to think ... Comment?
Suffolk's Center for Innovation and Change Leadership Calls for Award Nominees
The Center for Innovation and Change Leadership at Suffolk University's Sawyer Business School announced today that it is seeking nominations for the 2010 Global Leadership in Innovation and Collaboration Award, which will recognize a corporation, non-profit or governmental organization that has exhibited an exceptional approach to innovation and ... Comment?
Rachel Moniz Named General Manager of The Liberty Hotel in Boston
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MTM Luxury Lodging and Boston's acclaimed Liberty Hotel announce the appointment of Rachel Moniz as general manager of the Beacon Hill hotel. Comment?