By Bob Katzen
“As Massachusetts seeks to address soaring housing prices and rising rents that harm our residents, families and businesses, my office has unique tools to help address the crisis, and we intend to do our part. By establishing the Housing Affordability Unit and appointing Esme Caramello, who has deep expertise in housing, my office is committed to using all of our tools to ensure more safe and affordable housing opportunities for all.”
—Attorney General Andrea Campbell announcing the appointment of Esme Caramello to lead the newly established Housing Affordability Unit created to advance the statewide interest in expanding the availability of housing and particularly affordable and multi-family housing, across the state.
“In Massachusetts, we’re proud to have significantly expanded access to higher education, including historic increases in financial aid. But work remains to ensure that students of all backgrounds have the resources and support they need to start and succeed in their higher education journey. This investment reflects our commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and experiences for all students, particularly for our Black and Hispanic students.”
—Gov. Healey announcing $1.3 million in Higher Education Innovation Fund grants to projects that are collaborations between all 15 Massachusetts community colleges, state universities and private institutions of higher education, to advance racial equity.
“Over the last 50 years, instant tickets have become a leading product for lotteries across the country, and it all started here in Massachusetts. The new retro ticket is a fun way to celebrate this milestone and to recognize the significance of the original ticket on the entire industry.”
—State Treasurer Deb Goldberg, Chair of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission, announcing the Lottery is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its groundbreaking introduction of the world’s first instant ticket with the launch of The Instant Game, a $2 ticket named in honor of the original $1 ticket that debuted May 29, 1974.
“For many teen drivers, summer brings more free time with friends and plenty of potential distractions, such as phone use and multiple teen passengers — all of which increase their crash risk. Any time is the right time for parents and caregivers to talk with their teens about risky driving behaviors, the importance of continued driving practice to develop their skills and the many reasons they have to stay safe on the road this summer and beyond.”
— Mark Schieldrop, spokesperson for AAA Northeast, warning about the “100 Deadliest Days” — the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal crashes involving teen drivers are the highest.