Francis X. Bellotti, former Mass. lieutenant governor and attorney general, dies at 101
He repeatedly won election as attorney general, but failed in multiple bids for the governorship.
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A state agency that issues student loans has sued thousands of borrowers
The Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority says it is beholden to bond holders who purchase its loans; critics say the agency goes too far.
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Apprenticeships are a trending alternative to college — but there's a hitch
Apprenticeships are becoming a popular alternative to college as a career path. But demand is outpacing the supply of employers who offer them. -
2 men were arrested in Boston for allegedly flying a drone near the airport
Two men were arrested in Boston on Saturday for allegedly operating a drone "dangerously close" to Logan International Airport, police said. -
North Middlesex Regional School District preps for potential closures, restructuring
The closure of the two schools won’t eliminate what the committee is calling a “looming budget shortfall.” -
The MBTA bus network is changing. Here's what you need to know.
Six routes will be changing starting Sunday, including a shorter 86 bus line and no more 117. -
Boston launches new fund to preserve affordable rental properties
The fund will provide loans to developers to buy existing rental properties and prevent them being sold to investors who would convert them to condos.
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