When senior command staff at the scandal-ridden State Police are given a way out through retirement in the wake of serious allegations and the Governor turns around and says it's a 'good thing’ when charges are brought against a middle manager in the payroll department, it's time for an independent investigation.

Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair Gus Bickford released the following statement in recognition of Equal Pay Day 2018.

Democrat Jim Hawkins claimed victory in today’s special election for State Representative in the 2nd Bristol District.