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PHOTOS: Unions rally outside State House

Hundreds of Firefighters from across Massachusetts made their way to the Massachusetts State House yesterday to rally after a late night vote would take away their collective bargaining rights.

As Metro reported earlier today, this morning hundreds of angry union members and their leaders converged on the State House this morning, in the wake of a surprise vote by lawmakers that took away some of their collective bargaining power.


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London woman blames unemployment on good looks

Unemployment is difficult. For one London woman, it’s even harder to find a job due to her good looks.

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Report: AVI assessments 'flawed,' especially for lower-priced homes

A report from the Crosstown Coalition of Taxpayers claims the city's AVI reassessments are inaccurate, overvaluing less expensive homes by up to 50 percent.

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Study shows college women binge drink more alcohol…

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Huge tornado touches down near Oklahoma City, more…

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"So You Think You Can Dance" judge Mary…

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Prince reigns over his own releases in Kobalt…

Prince has signed a new deal with Kobalt Music Group to market and distribute his work without giving up control over his rights, the company said Monday.

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'Rebels' yell: Disney to produce new 'Star Wars'…

Disney said on Monday it will produce a new "Star Wars" animated series to air on television in the fall 2014.

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Eagles Notebook: Shaw added, McCoy hurt

Eagle add tight end depth to roster.

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Around the 215: College rugby coming to town

What's happening near Philadelphia.

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Carlos Ruiz placed on DL, Ryan Howard still…

Phillies medical updates; Ruiz on DL.

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Cataldi: A house divided (about McNabb) cannot stand

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New and notable spots at the Jersey Shore…

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Mental Health: It’s an important issue for kids…

So why should you care about the mental health of your child or adolescent?

Wellbeing

May is National Osteoporosis Prevention Month

Osteoporosis and low bone density (osteopenia) — conditions characterized by loss of bone mass — are major health concerns in the United States.