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New number shows 2015 behind 2014 in job growth

Officials have released new data showing that contrary to previous reports from the government, 2014, not 2015, was the biggest year for job growth in Massachusetts since 2000.

Mass. jobless rate drops to 4.7% despite loss of 2,500 jobs

Despite losing about 2,500 jobs during the first month of the year, the state's total unemployment rate dipped slightly to 4.7 percent in January.

Industry upset with ride-for-hire bill

The Massachusetts House has overwhelmingly passed a bill establishing a regulatory structure for the ride-for-hire industry.

10 companies sign 25K sq-ft in Marlborough leases

Ten companies have signed leases in two Marlborough office buildings, taking up residence in over 25,000 square feet of office space.
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Ash: Corporate tax law change would boost competitiveness

A change proposed in Gov. Baker's economic development bill is aimed at aligning the state's corporate tax policy with that of 23 states around the nation.

Agreement reached over Mass. painkiller limits

An agreement has been reached to put limits on first-time opioid prescriptions and use additional screening of students and emergency room patients for signs of addiction.

MBTA fare hikes to impact commuter rail

Over the objections of chanting protesters, the MBTA board has voted to raise fares, including those of the commuter rail, by an average of 9.3 percent.

Worcester joins nationwide arts economy study

Worcester recently joined a national study seeking to measure the economic impact of nonprofit arts and culture organizations.
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Bill would require Uber, Lyft background checks

Drivers for ride-for-hire services like Uber and Lyft would have to undergo a two-step background check under a new bill.

Bill raises smoking age to 21

The Massachusetts smoking age would rise to 21 and pharmacies would be banned from selling cigarettes and other tobacco products under a new bill.
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