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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Amazon.com Will Collect State Sales Tax in 2013

The Internet retailer said the collection would begin in time for next year's holiday shopping season.

Checking out at Amazon.com will be a little pricier starting next November. Gov. Deval Patrick's office announced the deal Tuesday, stating the company would be adding jobs to Massachusetts in the next few years. Amazon.com and Patrick said they would work together to support a federal bill allowing individual states to collect sales tax in states where they have no physical location. "I value the contributions large and small employers alike make to Massachusetts' economic vitality, and this agreement captures that," said Patrick, in a statement. "We are thankful Amazon was willing to come to the table and we will continue our conversations with them about creating jobs here. This agreement is a win for all sides, and I am pleased it …

OFD02125

3:22 pm on Thursday, February 7, 2013

Everyday is a tax-free holiday in NH !!   more ›

Friday, July 20, 2012

Governor Visits Westborough For DCF Summit

Surrounded by dozens of foster children, the Governor hosted a summit in town Thursday.

More than 100 foster children had the chance to meet yesterday with Gov. Deval Patrick and share experiences with each other at the Department of Children and Families' Annual Summit in Westborough. “I’m very proud of all of the young people who came out to share their stories and experiences,” Patrick said in a press release. “This is all about empowering foster youth to realize their dreams and prepare for the journey that lies ahead.” The foster children participated in “workshops on financial literacy, higher education programs, career options, health living and community involvement,” the press release noted. “We know that these kids have amazing potential,” said Secretary of Health & Human Services JudyAnn Bigby. “This summit helps …

Elyse Ted

11:55 am on Friday, July 20, 2012

This sounds ike such an inspiring day for these foster kids. Hopefully this will lead to positive outcomes in their lives: http://www.kidspeace.org/Fostercare_Outcomes.aspx   more ›

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