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Legislature's budget includes COLA base increase
Ask Gov. Patrick to keep the new $16,000 base in the budget. It is fair and just that the COLA base for retirees be increased.
State honors two MTA members
George Watson of Walpole is named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year in Statehouse ceremony. David B. Mitchell, Masconomet, is Preserve America History Teacher of the Year.
NEA members to address issues at Representative Assembly
NEA officers to be elected. Delegates are expected to make a formal recommendation in the U.S. presidential contest.
Senate adds MTA amendments
Funding study and COLA base increase are included in budget. Attention now turns to the Conference Committee.
Red Sox Reading Game opens new season
“The more kids read, the better they do in school,” says spokesman Jason Varitek. “You have to read to learn. It’s the key to success for every child.”
MTA launches campaign against income tax repeal
The MTA strongly opposes the November ballot initiative because it would devastate public education, the economy and our quality of life in Massachusetts. The consequences would be dire.

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