The Massachusetts unemployment rate is at its lowest level in 15 years, but recently we’ve seen budget cuts and state employee buyouts. So what’s going on with the state budget?
WMass Sees Startling Disparity When It Comes To Youth Employment
A new study finds significant social, demographic and regional disparity associated with youth employment in Western Massachusetts. Mark Melnik, director of the UMass Donahue Institute, shares what concerns him the most about the findings.
The Week Ahead On Beacon Hill
This Friday is the deadline to register to vote in the September 8th state primary in Massachusetts.
Scammers File Fraudulent Unemployment Claims
Stolen identities led to an estimated $280,000 in fraudulent payments.
Massachusetts Reports Job Growth Everywhere Except For The Pittsfield Area
Massachusetts reported job gains last month everywhere except for the Pittsfield area, a region in western Massachusetts that includes 14 towns stretching from Hancock to Becket.
Massachusetts Economic Growth Up, but Might Not Continue
The U.S. economy grew slower than expected in the first quarter of 2013. Massachusetts on the other hand, exceeded expectations.