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‘Tipping point’ reached in homelessness fight, providers say

Massachusetts has reached a "tipping point" in the fight against homelessness, service providers told state legislators Thursday.

DeLeo says no money to revisit budget cuts

The Legislature may restore some, but not all, of the $98 million in spending Gov. Charlie Baker cut from the budget in December, but House Speaker Robert DeLeo said Wednesday he wants at least one more month's revenue report before taking any action.

For-profit medicine changing Central Mass. health care

Profit-driven health care is a growing local and national trend that doesn't necessarily carry ill effects.

The growth of for-profit health care

Any business offering a similar at a lower price will almost always succeed in the marketplace. Sure, mitigating factors like taxes, regulation and global competition can throw a company off-track; but for services inherently local – like health care – quality and efficiency are central to a winning formula.
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The impact of (in)accurate presentation

Before you even open your mouth, they've already made up their minds. Whether you're introducing yourself to a new customer or giving direction to a co-worker, your overall appearance has a staggering effect on how that other person views you.

New Mass. solar incentives to cut program costs $200M

Solar energy traders would be about the only ones losing out under the Baker Administration's proposed new plan for incentivizing the solar industry, according to state officials who say the plan will benefit solar developers, solar investors and utility ratepayers.

Having fun identifying your corporate strengths

There are many blocks needed to build a successful business. These blocks are dynamic and contain specific infrastructures and characteristics, but fit together in a cohesive manner.

AG plans to fight Eversource rate increase

Attorney General Maura Healey plans to challenge Eversource's request to increase its electric rates by $96 million, saying the utility company should instead be delivering savings to customers.
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Central Mass. docs make Harvard Pilgrim honor roll

Seven Central Massachusetts physician practices have been named to Harvard Pilgrim Health Care's annual Physician Group Honor Roll.

State revenue predicted to grow 4% next year

State tax revenues will grow by 3.9 percent next fiscal year, state budget managers predicted Thursday, giving Gov. Charlie Baker and the Legislature about $27 billion to help build the state's fiscal year 2018 budget.
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