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Governor Charlie Baker announced a proposal at the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s Annual Meeting and Trade Show for the increase of local aid and historic education funding by over $42 million dollars. PHOTO BY DANIEL GUAN/DFP FILE PHOTO

Baker proposes increased funding for local aid and local education

Paige Smith January 27, 2016

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker announced a 100-percent increase in tax revenue Friday for unrestricted local aid, a substantial increase in Chapter 70 local education funding and Community Compact...

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker was elected Nov. 14, 2014, and inaugurated on Jan. 15. PHOTO BY MIKE DESOCIO/DFP FILE PHOTO

Baker focuses on initiatives in first year in office

Samantha J. Gross December 10, 2015

After a close gubernatorial race and his first year in office, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker has focused on addressing widespread problems in his state. Solutions to opioid addiction, transportation...

Several changes are coming to the MBTA, including extending the green line to Somerville and developing a winter resiliency plan. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

MBTA rolling out management, service changes after harsh winter

Julia Metjian September 4, 2015

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is rolling out changes to operations and management implemented during the summer while looking to improve service for Boston-area commuters. During the...

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