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A new report finds that even as the overall economy improves, cities and towns in Massachusetts are feeling a financial pinch. The Massachusetts Taxpayers…
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The administration of Governor Charlie Baker is seeking to strengthen ties between Massachusetts state government and local municipalities. Baker’s first…
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The Massachusetts House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday approved a $33.8 billion state budget that boosts spending on higher education and local…
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People shopping for a bargain typically turn to the internet and the same is true for at least one cash strapped city in western Massachusetts. The city…
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The Patrick Administration’s top budget official warns failure to avert the “fiscal cliff” in Washington will seriously harm the Massachusetts state…
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The Massachusetts State Lottery this week reported record sales and net profit. It means more money should be available for future distribution to cash…
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With just two weeks until the new fiscal year, the City Council in Springfield Massachusetts will start holding hearings on a proposed budget that cuts…
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The city of Springfield Massachusetts will reduce its municipal workforce and cut some city services under a budget recommended by the mayor. At the same…
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The next state budget in Massachusetts is likely to include the first increase in local aid in four years. But, it appears it won't be enough to avert…
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The city of Springfield Massachusetts is facing serious financial problems, again. The city's mayor and members of his finance team met in Boston Monday…