The Massachusetts Way (New York Times)
The gains of the Massachusetts health insurance program suggest that the plan could become a model for universal health coverage for other states or the nation.

Ballot question on gay marriage in Massachusetts (Republican-American)
BOSTON — Attorney General Martha Coakley on Monday authorized a ballot question proposing to reinstate a nearly century old law barring out-of-state gay couples from marrying in Massachusetts, according to The Associated Press.

Golf a boon to Massachusetts' economy (The Sun Chronicle)
NORTON - The golf industry is a growing and vibrant part of the Massachusetts economy according to a new study, "The Massachusetts Golf Economy," that was released today by the Alliance of Massachusetts Golf Organizations (AMGO). The report, produced by the research firm SRI International, analyzed various sectors of the golf industry in the Commonwealth for the 2006 calendar year.

Route 8 closed at Massachusetts line (Republican-American)
State Police closed Route 8 northbound in Winsted around 1:30 p.m. after a traffic accident just over the state line in Massachusetts. Police will be diverting travelers attempting to drive north on Route 8 near Northwestern Connecticut Community College toward Colebrook. It is not known how long the road will be closed.

Fitch to Rate Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority, Issue H, Series 2008; Issues Presale (Centre Daily Times)
Fitch expects to rate Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority, Issue H, Series 2008 as follows: