Gov. Charlie Baker signed legislation Wednesday extending a provision of the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law that allows remote participation in public meetings.
State government
June 15, 2021
Maia Coleman
2020
July 2, 2020
Museums, gyms and movie theatres will be allowed to restart business on Monday as part of the third phase of the state’s gradual reopening plan.
June 6, 2020
Thousands of businesses and recreational facilities will be allowed to resume services beginning Monday.
May 17, 2020
The Martha’s Vineyard Hospital and Island boards of health reported no new coronavirus cases Sunday. On Monday Gov. Charlie Baker is expected to announce the much-anticipated details of a four-phase reopening plan for the commonwealth.
2018
October 11, 2018
It’s an even-numbered year and midterm election season has arrived in Dukes County as well as around the country.
August 2, 2018
Legislation passed this week by Massachusetts lawmakers would extend state and local occupancy taxes to short-term rental properties.
April 21, 2018
In a whirlwind trip to Martha’s Vineyard Thursday, Lieut. Gov. Karyn Polito signed community compacts with four Island towns.
