Moore offers compromise to protect patients, nurses

Boston Herald Editorial

January 31, 2012 ... Massachusetts hospitals were warned last week that they’re in for yet another cut in government reimbursement rates, on the same day a union representing some Bay State nurses was pushing for a bill that would drive health care costs even higher. Timing is everything.

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Moore: "We are disappointed..."

By Ellie Oleson
Telegram & Gazette

January 29, 2012 ... Because of lack of action in Washington, D.C., Auburn will remain the “hole in the doughnut” between two national heritage corridors, and there will not be a Blackstone River Valley national park any time soon.

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Sen. Moore gives Patrick’s address mixed reviews

January 25, 2012 ... In his “State of the State Address,” Governor Deval Patrick, on Monday night, touted how far the Bay State has come in recent years as it managed its way through the “Great Recession stating, “The strength of our progress is an indisputable fact,” he said. “Things are better in Massachusetts than in most other places. But that doesn’t mean they are good enough.”

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Sen. Moore offers input for “State of the Union” address

January 24, 2012 ... President Barack Obama will stand before the nation Tuesday night with a State of the Union address designed to reframe the election-year debate on his terms, suggesting a stark contrast with his opponents on the economy and promising fairness and help for hurting families.

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January 20, 2012 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, welcomed Ken Trajanowski of Northbridge to the State House recently. Ken, who serves as the Veterans Agent for Douglas, Northbridge, Sutton and Uxbridge attended the 22nd annual Veterans lunch sponsored by Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo, D-Winthrop.

The event was attended by dozens of lawmakers, Lt. Gov. Timothy Murray, Treasurer Steven Grossman, Attorney General Martha Coakley, and Secretary of State William Galvin.

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January 20, 2012 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, and Rep. John V. Fernandes, D-Milford, welcomed Robin Fletcher of Hopedale to the State House recently. Robin, who serves as the Veterans Agent for Hopedale and Mendon was attending the 22nd annual Veterans lunch sponsored by Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo, D-Winthrop.

The event was attended by dozens of lawmakers, Lt. Gov. Timothy Murray, Treasurer Steven Grossman, Attorney General Martha Coakley, and Secretary of State William Galvin. Treasurer Grossman spoke at length on the Welcome Home bonus program.

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By Sen. Richard T. Moore

January 19, 2012 ... Nearly two centuries ago in 1823, the Massachusetts Legislature authorized the construction of a canal linking Worcester with the port of Providence, Rhode Island. The canal, which began operation between the two cities in October 1828, was 20 feet or more in width, and lined with white stone where necessary. It ascended 451 feet over its 46 mile length, passing through an original 49 locks plus a further 13 locks added after initial construction. The "slack-water" canal intersected the Blackstone River 16 times over its 45-mile course, and ran in the river itself for 10% of its length. These portions proved troublesome since in summer water was sometimes too low for navigation. Each lock was 70 feet long by 10 feet wide and apparently 3-4 feet deep.

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January 17, 2012 ... The Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP) held their annual Disability Advocates Day at the State House recently and brought providers of disability services together with key lawmakers. Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, joined with advocates serving the developmentally disabled in the Worcester and Norfolk Senatorial District for the event.

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By Brian Benson
Milford Daily News

January 17, 2012 ... Waitress Audrianna Carriera takes the commuter rail every day to Boston for her job, often catching the last train back to Franklin at the end of her shift.

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State to give $15.5M payment toward school

By Bill Fortier
Telegram & Gazette 

January 13, 2012 ... Property owners will see their taxes go down in the coming months.

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By Alison McCall
Milford Daily News 

January 12, 2012 ... Giggling in the South Elementary School library yesterday, a dozen young students unfurled a large banner given to them by a U.S. Department of Agriculture official, sounding out the largest of the letters as they appeared.

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Moore's advocacy credited for early payment

By Deborah E. Gauthier
The Daily Northbridge

January 11, 2012 ... The town will be paying off the loan on Northbridge High School 10 years early thanks to advice from a banker and a word from Sen. Richard T. Moore.

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By Susan Spencer
Telegram & Gazette

January 10, 2012 ... Fire Chief Peter Ostroskey has been appointed deputy fire marshal for the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, Town Manager Sean T. Hendricks told selectmen last night. In a letter submitted to Mr. Hendricks, Chief Ostroskey said his resignation will be effective Jan. 27. 

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January 9, 2012 ... The Citizens’ Legislative Seminar (CLS) has served as a valuable forum for residents to learn and understand about the intricacies of the Massachusetts Legislature and Massachusetts’s governmental processes. CLS was established in 1976 through a joint effort of the Massachusetts State Senate and the University of Massachusetts. Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, a perennial speaker for the event, is now encouraging his constituents to apply, if interested.

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Thinking about home while serving in Afghanistan

January 9, 2012 ... PFC Victor Martinez-Vietri from Southbridge is deployed with his Massachusetts National Guard unit in Afghanistan. He proudly displays his home state flag that was presented to him at his deployment ceremony last spring by Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, who represents Southbridge on Beacon Hill.

Private Martinez-Vietri is a 2008 graduate of Southbridge High School where he was an outstanding three-sport athlete. 

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By Sen. Richard T. Moore

January 6, 2012 ... As soon as the Legislature adjourned its last formal session (when roll call votes are taken) on November 16, 2011, until formal sessions resumed on January 4, 2012, the media claimed the Legislature was “on vacation.”

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High hopes for hiring 175 more

Moore's leadership praised as area businesses seek to expand

By Ellie Oleson
Telegram & Gazette

January 6, 2012 ... Thanks to a $2.2 million state grant in support of a public-private partnership involving three towns, the state and four business owners, business expansion and development could soon come to sections of Oxford and Dudley.

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Moore's leadership lauded in securing state investments and approvals

January 3, 2012 ... Business Development Strategies, Inc., (BDS) the state’s leading government incentives consulting firm, has recently secured a multi-million package of government incentives for IPG Photonics, the world’s leading manufacturer of high performance fiber lasers and amplifiers for diverse applications in various markets. The incentives package lays the foundation for IPG to stay and grow in Massachusetts, and to continue its role as a high-powered engine of the Central Massachusetts economy.

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