Live Chat Thursday with Tom Keyes, Republican Candiate for State Senate

Sandwich Republican Tom Keyes is challenging Senate President Therese Murray for the Plymouth-Barnstable seat in the state Senate. We'll be chatting live with Keyes Thursday at noon.

Proposed Law Would Ban All Workplace Abuse

The bill calls for employers to be held liable for any workplace bullying by co-workers or superiors.

Cape Cod Overpasses Renamed for Sagamore Beach Soldier

Governor Deval Patrick today joined family members and legislators to sign S. 2218, "An Act Designating Certain Bridges In The Town of Bourne As The Staff Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino Bridges," honoring Staff Sergeant Matthew Pucino.

Treasurer: One in 10 Mass. Residents Have Unclaimed Property

State Treasurer Steven Grossman returned approximately $84 million in unclaimed property to Massachusetts residents through traditional and social media and events.

Charges Against 'Pilgrim 14' Move Forward

A judge has decided to move forward on civil disobedience charges filed against 14 Cape Cod residents arrested during a protest outside Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station in May.

Commonwealth GOP Believe Romney Needs to Explain Health Care

In our inaugural “Red Commonwealth" survey, influential Republicans paint an early picture for November's general election

Warren: Cut Healthcare Costs, Focus on Jobs and Education [Live Chat Recap]

U.S. Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren joined us live on July 13 to answer your questions. Here's a short recap of the Q&A session.

Murray's Goverment Reform Bill Puts Onus on Program Performance for Budget

The finance reform bill passed the Senate unanimously and will next go to the House. The bill implements performance measures on all government agencies and replaces the current budget system with a "zero-based" budget process.

Sheriff's Police Dogs Get a New Vet

Angell Animal Medical Center veterinarian Dr. Douglas Braum will provide medical care for the County's K9 dogs and first aid training for handlers.

Three Ballot Questions Confirmed for Fall Election

The Secretary of state approved the three questions on Wednesday

REMINDER: Live Chat Tomorrow with Elizabeth Warren

Join Patch and the Massachusetts U.S. Senate candidate for a live Q&A on Friday at 1:15 p.m.

LIVE CHAT: Elizabeth Warren Live Q&A Chat on Patch

U.S. Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren will chat live on Patch on Friday, July 13. Sign up here to get an email reminder.

Legislature to Fight Patrick's Veto of Welfare Restrictions

The House is expected to decide today whether to accept the governor's changes to an amendment that restricts how welfare money can be used.

Patrick Keeps Legislature Budget Largely Intact, Vetoes ID Ammendment

The governor's budget in $32.1 million slimmer that that proposed by the Legislature.

Senate Passes Bill Allowing Access to Email of Deceased Relatives

If passed, Massachusetts would be the sixth state to grant access to family members.

NRC Swears in New Chairman

Dr. Allison M. Macfarlane became the 15th chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Monday.

Elizabeth Warren to Live Chat Friday on Patch

Do you have questions for the U.S. Senate candidate? Join the live chat Friday at 1:15 p.m. to have your voice heard.

Union Workers Getting Back into the Groove After Lockout

Union workers are spending the next few days at Entergy's training facility after more than a month of picketing.

Pay to Park by Phone

Park Plymouth will allow users of public lots to use cell phones to pay for spaces beginning July 10th.

Five Things to Know About Next Year's Proposed State Budget

The bill increases public aid while not raising taxes.

MBTA Fare Hikes and Commuter Rail Changes Now in Effect

Riding the T went up in price this weekend — and some routes will have decreased service.

Security Guard at Pilgrim Ends Up in Hospital

On a hot afternoon, a security guard monitoring union picket lines was taken to the hospital after appearing to be in distress.

Legislature's $32.5 Billion Budget Includes Appropriations for Plymouth

The Massachusetts Legislature has sent a $32.5 Billion Budget to Governor Deval Patrick for his signature. Included in the budget are several appropriations for Plymouth and Plymouth County.

Sen. Brown, Elizabeth Warren Weigh in On Health Care Decision

Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown and his Democratic challenger Elizabeth Warren react to the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act.

Selectmen, Redevelopment Authority Coordinate Efforts on 1820 Courthouse

The effort involves writing a request for proposals to develop the courthouse corridor, which includes the courthouse.

Union Protests Entergy Lockout at State House

Union members and politicians are rallying today on the State House steps, urging Entergy to offer better health care options and ensure safe working conditions at Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station.

Keating 'Applauds' Supreme Court Decision on Obamacare

Democratic Congressman Bill Keating says the Supreme Court's decision to uphold most of the Affordable Care Act shows that "our judicial system proves above partisan fray."

Last Chance to Use Your Old T Tokens

After June 30, you won't be able to use old MBTA tokens to add value to your CharlieCard.

Plymouth Gets $1.4 Million in State Highway Funds

The Massachusetts Legislature enacted legislation to provide $200 million in Chapter 90 funds to cities and towns across the Commonwealth.

NRC Puts New Focus on Communications During Crises

In the aftermath of the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant tragedy, there has been an increased focus on the issue of communicating nuclear issues during a crisis. There

Union Planning New State House Rally Against Entergy

Members of UWUA Local 369, labor leaders and concerned residents are planning another rally at the State House to demand safer working conditions, as Entergy's lockout continues into a third week.

Nuclear Matters Chair Says Pilgrim PILOT Program will "Throw Plymouth off a Financial Cliff"

Jeff Berger, chairman of Plymouth's Nuclear Matters Committee, made this statement at Tuesday's Selectmen's meeting.

POLL: Should Scott Brown Agree to More Senate Debates?

Democratic candidate Elizabeth Warren has agreed to more debates than the Republican senator and has called on Brown to agree to more.

Beach Street Man Faces Charges of A&B on a Disabled Person

All arrest information is provided by the Plymouth Police Department; it does not indicate a conviction.

NRC Hurricane Preparedness - Are YOU Ready?

With hurricane season in the Atlantic beginning this month, the NRC staff has already prepared to take action to ensure NRC-licensed nuclear plants and other facilities remain safe — even during damaging hurricane-force winds and storm surges.

Devaluing Seniority: Senate Passes Teacher Evaluation Bill

Act could head off fight at the ballot box this fall.

Lockout Extends to Third Week

20 days into the lockout, union workers are still picketing outside Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station.

Groups Call on Gov. to Ask for Pilgrim Shut-down During Lockout

A coalition of public health, nuclear opponents, social justice and environmental delivered a letter to Gov. Deval Patrick requesting that he ask the NRC to close Pilgrim until the lockout has ended.

NRC Report Finds Pilgrim Decommissioning Fund Meets Requirements

An analysis of Entergy's decommissioning funds for Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station finds that the fund meets all NRC requirements.

Union Rejects Entergy's Contract Proposal

UWUA membership has rejected the proposed contract hammered out by Entergy and union leadership.