State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Three's Company

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Mosquito Spraying Set to Begin in Sharon

Treatment will begin the week of May 28.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: A Hoop-De-Doo

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

New State Medical Marijuana Rules Put in Place

New regulations will go into effect May 24.

Sharon Town Meeting Approves Lodging Tax, Medical Marijuana Moratorium

The only article that was shot down was Article 9 which would have imposed a local meals excise tax of .75 percent.

Is Massachusetts Bad for Business?

Results from a recent executive survey ranked Massachusetts 47th for business.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Enter Gomez

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Articles to Look for on This Year's Sharon Town Meeting Warrant

Here is a snap shot of some of the articles on this year's warrant.

Sharon Health Department Reminding Residents Dogs Not Allowed on Beaches

Dogs and other animals are not allowed on the town's beaches from April 15 to October 15 every year.

U.S. Senate Special Primary Election Results: Markey Wins in Sharon

U.S. Congressman Ed Markey took 1,431 of the votes in Sharon on Tuesday, with 19 percent of voters showing up at the polls.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Lounging

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Special Election 2013: Where, When to Vote in Sharon

Be sure to vote in Sharon today and check Patch's interviews with the candidates running for U.S. Senate.

Congressman Joe Kennedy III to Hold 'Tour 34' Office Hours in Sharon Today

The visit will be part of an ongoing effort by Kennedy to visit 34 communities across the fourth district.

Age Limit for Tobacco Sales to Increase in Sharon This Month

A regulation voted on April 8 will prohibit anyone younger than 21 to buy tobacco in town; the move also bans smoking in membership associations and private clubs.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Exit Strategy

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Health Inspections: Coriander Bistro, French Memories and Mick Morgan's

The following health inspection reports were submitted by Sharon Board of Health inspectors.

Hybrids and Voters in Sharon

Sharon voted for Elizabeth Warren and owns more hybrid cars than the state average.

Four Plans to Fund Massachusetts Transportation

State lawmakers have proposed four ways to fund transportation going forward.

US Senate Candidate Gabriel Gomez Visits Nearby Red Wing Diner

The stop at the Route 1 eatery was one of many for Gomez yesterday who toured the South Shore on the campaign trail.

House Budget $1 Billion Less Than Patrick Plan

The House proposal cuts out increased funding for early education, one of the centerpieces of Patrick's plan.

U.S. Postal Service Keeping Saturday Delivery

The U.S. Postal Service had planned to end Saturday delivery.

MassDOT Secretary Davey Asks NVCC Members to Support Transportation Bill

Davey was at the British Beer Company on Route 1 in Walpole Tuesday morning at a breakfast hosted by the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Games People Play

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Lynch, Markey Debate Tonight in Lowell

The Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate meet in their second debate.

Gloves Are Off in U.S. Senate Race

A look back at what happened over the past week in the U.S. Senate race.

Lynch Bashes Party Bosses for Backing Markey

The Boston Herald reported that Lynch said party leaders are discouraging people from donating to his campaign.

Senator Joyce Backs Bills Providing Safe Disposal of Mercury

Legislation regulates disposal and recycling of thermostats; promotes environmental health

Who Has Pulled Nomination Papers for Sharon's Town Election So Far?

Eleven Sharon residents have pulled nomination papers for this year's town election. Find out who's running and when papers are due back to the Town Clerk's office.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Hizzoner's Decision

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Lynch and Markey Spar Over Health Care, Bank Bailouts

GOP and Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate debated Wednesday night at the Channel 5 studios in Needham.

Republican Senate Hopefuls Call for Repeal of DOMA in Debate

GOP and Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate debated Wednesday night at the Channel 5 studios in Needham.

Kennedy Answers Questions on Education, Iran and Casinos

U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III participated in a live text chat on Patch Wednesday and answered a number of reader questions.

Auditor Report Finds Sex Offenders at Registered Child Care Facilities

State audit finds 119 Level 2 and 3 sex offenders living at addresses registered as child care providers. Also, background checks not being done in some cases.

TODAY: Chat Live with U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III

Democratic Congressman Joe Kennedy III will answer reader questions starting at 1:30 p.m.

U.S. Senate Candidates Face Off in Debate Wednesday Night

The forum will feature Democratic and Republican challengers in Needham at WCVB.

State House News Service Weekly Roundup: March Madness

Recap and analysis of the week in state government.

Study: Norfolk County Third Healthiest in Massachusetts

Among Massachusetts' 14 counties, only Dukes County and Middlesex County was healthier according to the study.

Candidates Defend Iraq War Votes, Campaign Ads Aplenty

A look back at what happened over the past week in the U.S. Senate race.

Sharon School Official Attends DA Safety Assessment Meeting

Sharon assistant superintendent Glenn Brand was among 50 who joined in the meeting of the Norfolk County School Safety Task Force last week.

Where to File Your Taxes in the Sharon Area

Beyond TurboTax: Here's who can help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.