Press Releases

BOSTON, MA — Multiple Fire Departments across the South Shore were recently awarded funding through the FY22 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program. The program enables fire departments to purchase a variety of equipment that...

BOSTON, MA – The Baker-Polito Administration recently announced the funding awards for a competitive grant program to equip municipal police departments across the Commonwealth with body-worn cameras. The Office of Grants and Research (OGR)...

BOSTON – To mark America Recycles Day, the Baker-Polito Administration recently announced $3.1 million in grant funding to 268 municipalities and regional solid waste districts across the Commonwealth. The grants, made available through the...

Today, the Massachusetts Senate passed the Mental Health ABC Act 2.0: Addressing Barriers to Care (ABC), comprehensive legislation to continue the process of reforming the way mental health care is delivered in Massachusetts, with...

The Massachusetts State Senate on Wednesday unanimously passed a $3.82 billion bill that directs federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to assist the Commonwealth’s ongoing recovery, with a particular focus on making equitable...

Today, the Massachusetts State Senate unanimously approved An Act allowing humane transportation of K9 partners, also known as Nero’s Law, ensuring law enforcement officers’ K-9 partners receive life-saving medical attention and transport if injured...

BOSTON, MA – MediaVue Systems of Hingham was recently selected as an honoree at the Commonwealth’s 6th Annual Manufacturing Awards Ceremony. Founded in 2008, the company produces a digital signage platform that includes digital...

BOSTON, MA – The Seaport Economic Council (SEC) recently announced over $6.7 million in grants to coastal communities throughout the Commonwealth. The SEC helps each of Massachusetts’ 78 coastal communities use their unique assets...

BOSTON, MA – The Seaport Economic Council (SEC) recently announced over $6.7 million in grants to coastal communities throughout the Commonwealth. The SEC helps each of Massachusetts’ 78 coastal communities use their unique assets...

BOSTON, MA – On June 9th, the U.S. Coast Guard announced their decision to close four seasonal stations across the country. The announcement included the Scituate Station which operates from Memorial Day through Labor...