The significance of expanded learning time
As a lifelong resident of Chinatown, I consider my upbringing similar to other kids in the neighborhood. My parents worked tirelessly, anywhere from restaurant kitchens to grimy basements, to pay the...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick makes the case for investing in our communities now to grow...
Governor Deval Patrick testified before the Joint Committee on Ways and Means FY14 Budget Hearing to make the case for his proposed investments in transportation and education that will unlock...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick signs executive order to enhance opportunities for small...
Governor Deval Patrick signed an executive order to help small businesses owned by disabled veterans increase access to contracts for public projects in the areas of construction, design and goods and...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick announces judicial nomination to Boston Municipal Court
Governor Deval Patrick announced the nomination of John E. McDonald, Jr. as an Associate Justice of the Boston Municipal Court, Central Division.
View ArticleGovernor Patrick tours Salem and Melrose to discuss importance of investing...
Governor Deval Patrick toured the Bentley School in Salem and the Franklin Early Childhood Center in Melrose, as an ongoing effort to promote increased investments in early education to grow jobs and...
View ArticlePatrick-Murray administration’s regulatory reforms cut permitting times,...
Governor Deval Patrick announced a report showing that initiatives to streamline permitting at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) have dramatically shortened the time to...
View ArticleImportance of English learning and adult basic education programs
Despite the Commonwealth’s commitment to investing in English language and adult basic education classes, studies have shown that the programs serve only a small subset of immigrants and newcomers who...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick meets with Colombian start-ups and government...
Governor Deval Patrick met with several representatives from Colombian start-up companies, a follow-up to the Governor’s February trade mission to Colombia where he met with Catalina Ortiz, President...
View ArticleReport confirms that Governor Patrick’s Life Sciences Initiative is creating...
The Boston Foundation today released a report showing that the Patrick-Murray Administration’s investments in the life sciences sector are making a measurable impact on job creation and spurring...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick announces scholarships to 800 Massachusetts students...
Governor Deval Patrick joined Education Secretary Matthew Malone, Higher Education Commissioner Richard Freeland, UMass Boston Chancellor J. Keith Motley and 100 students to announce the Commonwealth’s...
View ArticleOne Fund Boston, Mayor Menino and Governor Patrick observe Moment of Silence...
Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Governor Deval L. Patrick, and One Fund Boston called upon Boston and all communities across the Commonwealth to join together in a Moment of Silence Monday afternoon, exactly...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick appoints Marian T. Ryan as Middlesex County district attorney
Governor Deval Patrick named Middlesex District Attorney’s (DA) Office General Counsel Marian T. Ryan as Middlesex County DA. Ryan will assume responsibility for all Middlesex County DA’s office...
View ArticleMayor Menino and Governor Patrick Announce One Fund Reaches $20 million
Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Governor Deval L. Patrick announced this afternoon that donations to the One Fund, which were pouring in from across Boston and around the world, had reached $20 million....
View ArticlePatrick-Murray administration requests federal assistance for businesses...
Governor Deval Patrick requested April 26 federal relief for small businesses and private non-profits impacted by the Boston Marathon bombings that occurred on April 15.
View ArticleGovernor Patrick honors “29 Who Shine” recognizing outstanding academic and...
Governor Deval Patrick today presented the 29 Who Shine Awards, recognizing 29 public college and university students for their academic achievements and civic contributions to the Commonwealth. The...
View ArticleGov. Deval Patrick kicks off Asian American Heritage Month
Gov. Deval Patrick and the Asian American Commission organized a celebration for Asian American Heritage Month on May 1 at the Josiah Quincy School. The event featured dance performances, speeches from...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick is recognized for growing diversity in state government
Governor Deval Patrick was recognized for his Administration’s efforts to create a state government that reflects the diversity and inclusiveness of communities throughout Massachusetts at the...
View Article‘Give Liberty a Hand’ honors Deval Patrick, Paul Grogan, Kairos Shen and Bob...
The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition honored top leaders in government, philanthropy, city planning and business at its gala for their vision and leadership on immigrant...
View ArticleGovernor Patrick returns transportation finance bill to legislature with...
Amendment will make funding certain in the absence of Western Turnpike tolls
View ArticlePatrick administration announces $4.5 million in grants to improve skills for...
15 grant partnerships, involving more than 100 businesses, to benefit 850 job seekers and incumbent employees
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