Elizabeth Warren pulls even with Scott Brown in new poll

Elizabeth Warren, emerging from what many consider the roughest patch yet in her Senate campaign, has pulled into a virtual tie with US Senator Scott Brown, according to a new Suffolk University/7News poll. Warren, the presumptive Democratic nominee, has the support of 47 percent of likely voters in Massachusetts, compared to 48 percent for Brown – a dead heat in a poll with a margin of error of ...
http://www.boston.com/metrodesk/2012/05/23/elizabeth-warren-pulls-even-with-scott-brown-new-poll/qXN6Mp2nhGD2PsOqbmOpYJ/story.html

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 20:50:57 -0700

Leaders tour new Natick High School

State Treasurer Steven Grossman, local lawmakers and Massachusetts School Building Authority representatives toured the new Natick High School yesterday as workers continued to put the finishing touches on the project.
http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x775168192/Leaders-tour-new-Natick-High-School

Published: Fri, 11 May 2012 21:07:31 -0700

Sen. Richard Ross votes to pass 'The Valor Act'

State Sen. Richard Ross, R-Wrentham, voted last week to pass “The Valor Act,” new legislation that will expand benefits and increase access to a range of services for veterans, active duty military and their families. The legislation passed unanimously in the Senate.
http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x43407618/Sen-Richard-Ross-votes-to-pass-The-Valor-Act

Published: Sun, 06 May 2012 12:51:26 -0700

Back in court

ATTLEBORO - A Norfolk woman involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident in Wrentham in 2006 was ordered held on house arrest Monday after she was charged with drunken driving over the weekend.
http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2012/05/22/news/11520240.txt

Published: Mon, 21 May 2012 23:33:59 -0700

Senate budget boosts local aid

BOSTON - The budget proposed by the Senate Ways and Means Committee boosting local aid by $275 million drew comparisons yesterday from committee Chairman Stephen M. Brewer between California and Massachusetts.
http://www.telegram.com/article/20120517/NEWS/105179874/1160/SPECIALSECTIONS04&source=rss

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 01:51:18 -0700

Between Brown, Romney, support but little chemistry

As Senator Brown's star has risen as a moderate, and Mitt Romney has worked hard to court the GOP base in his presidential bid, their paths have diverged.
http://www.boston.com/news/politics/articles/2012/05/13/between_brown_romney_support_but_little_chemistry/

Published: Sun, 13 May 2012 02:51:13 -0700

American Statistical Association Names 48 Fellows for 2012

The American Statistical Association has announced 48 Fellows for 2012. The recipients were recognized for their outstanding professional contributions to and leadership in the field of statistical science. A complete list of the recipients follows the release.Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) May 10, 2012 The American Statistical Association (ASA), the nation’s preeminent professional statistical society ...
http://news.yahoo.com/american-statistical-association-names-48-fellows-2012-100044420.html

Published: Thu, 10 May 2012 03:02:42 -0700

Convention speakers detailed

BOSTON -- Five of the state's six constitutional officers, with Attorney General Martha Coakley the exception, are confirmed to speak at the June 2 state Democratic Party's nominating convention,
http://www.lowellsun.com/news/ci_20699316/convention-speakers-detailed?source=rss

Published: Thu, 24 May 2012 04:04:05 -0700

MA repeat drunk driving offender in court

A Massachusetts woman arrested for her role in a five car crash in Attleboro faced a judge Monday, six years after she pleaded guilty to causing a deadly crash.    It was a painful day for the Finnegan
http://www.abc6.com/story/18576929/woman-in-court-repeat-drunk-driving-offender

Published: Mon, 21 May 2012 16:16:54 -0700

KIRBY: Ryan saves his best for last

Anybody who has played in a charity golf tournament - and, boy, are there a lot of them this time of year - has probably seen it: a shining new car sitting by the tee box.
http://www.thesunchronicle.com/articles/2012/05/24/sports/11520975.txt

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 23:26:19 -0700