Monthly Archives: July 2009
Joe makes it four
Joe O’Brien is in the mayor’s race, officially announcing his candidacy in a Dianne Williamson column as this paper hits the stands. O’Brien’s in an interesting situation as a candidate: He’s long been respected as a political campaigner and organizer, … Continue reading
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Booze on the course
The hearing on Thursday (as this paper hits the streets) for an alcohol license at Green Hill Golf Course raises an interesting question: Will a citizen board go along with the city’s wishes, or cave to advocates? The city is … Continue reading
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Rep. Polito jockeys for position
Last week, President & CEO of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care head Charlie Baker threw himself into the gubernatorial race, immediately establishing himself as the most legitimate Republican candidate to announce thus far, and thus the front-runner for that party. Immediately, … Continue reading
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InsideWorcester: Where old Telegram reporters go
The not yet launched InsideWorcester – no relation to the old mag of the same name – continues to grow its staff, adding yet another long time/old time Telegram staffer to its masthead. Ken Moynihan, the patriarch of Worcester political … Continue reading
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Washington Square, 2 HP
We’re on a horse driven wagon, driven by Bob Largess, riding through Washington Square as part of a Narragansett Beer promotion Yes, horses in Washington Square. We’re confused too.
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No race for school committee?
Even as the mayor’s race heats up, many of the other races in the city have remained fairly quiet. That’s especially true for the School Committee where, with only 19 days remaining before nomination papers are due, only 5 candidates … Continue reading
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Cost of being Murray
There are few politicians in the state raising money as fast as Lieutenant Governor and former Mayor Tim Murray these days. In June alone, Murray brought in over $61,000. But he’s also proven to be a fast spender. During the … Continue reading
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Hoover finds a home
Former Worcester City Manager Tom Hoover has been on a serious job hunt for months now, dating back to before he left his position at the helm of Royal Oaks, Michigan. The search was centered mostly in Florida, where Hoover … Continue reading
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