Visit The Boston Globe Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Comment on this Scroll to top of page Milton J. Valencia Globe Staff October 16, 2018 State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg on Tuesday announced SeedMA Baby, the first statewide savings account program that aims to put children on the pathway to saving for college. Goldberg said the program will guide parents through the process of opening what is known as a 529 account, which provides tax advantages for future education costs. The program will also contribute the first $50 to the account for parents and guardians of children born or adopted on or after Jan. 1, 2020. “We are empowering the next generation of Massachusetts residents,” Goldberg said during a State House press conference that included Mayor Martin J. Walsh. Advertisement Private donations, rather than taxpayer money, will be used to fund the program, Goldberg said, including an initial $300,000 donation Tuesday from the … [Read more...] about New state program will seed $50 for college savings accounts
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Jury concludes hearing evidence at college basketball trial
NEW YORK — A New York City jury is done hearing testimony at a federal trial about secret payments in college basketball. Prosecutors have accused a former Adidas executive and two other defendants of conspiring to funnel funds to the families of prized prospects to get them to commit to programs sponsored by the sneaker company. They've all pleaded not guilty. Government evidence on Tuesday focused a flurry of texts and phone calls last year about prospect Brian Bowen Jr. before he committed to Louisville, an Adidas school. In one text, then-Louisville coach Rick Pitino expressed interest in Bowen. But there was no clear sign the legendary coach knew about an alleged scheme to give the player's father $100,000 in violation of NCAA rules. Closing arguments were expected to begin Wednesday afternoon. … [Read more...] about Jury concludes hearing evidence at college basketball trial
Not just a college town, Northfield is a fantastic day-trip destination
Antiques of Northfield offers an eclectic mix of everything from hobby toys and home pieces to clothing and jewelry. Standouts include glass animal figurines galore on the upper shelves of the store Tuesday, August 21, 2018. (Special to the Pioneer Press: Craig Lassig)Water Street in Northfield offer lots of shops to pop in on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. (Special to the Pioneer Press: Craig Lassig)Tuesday, August 21, 2018. (Special to the Pioneer Press: Craig Lassig)Tandem Bagels offers made-from-scratch bagels that can be enjoyed with house cream cheeses or with meats and cheeses in sandwich form. Baked goods and coffee are also part of the line up Tuesday, August 21, 2018. (Special to the Pioneer Press: Craig Lassig)Antiques of Northfield offers an eclectic mix of everything from hobby toys and home pieces to clothing and jewelry. Standouts include glass animal figurines galore on the upper shelves of the store Tuesday, August 21, 2018. (Special to the Pioneer Press: Craig … [Read more...] about Not just a college town, Northfield is a fantastic day-trip destination
Injured Ohio State DE Nick Bosa leaves college, focuses on pro career
Associated Press Published 2:31 PM EDT Oct 16, 2018 Columbus, Ohio — Injured defensive end Nick Bosa has decided to leave to school to focus on getting ready for the NFL draft in the spring, Ohio State said Tuesday. The junior All-American from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, already had four sacks this season when he suffered a core muscle injury Sept. 15 in the third game of the season. He had surgery five days later, and no timetable was set for his return to the team. Considered one of the best players in college football, Bosa had left no doubt that he would leave school after this season to enter the draft. He planned to follow the same path as his older brother, Joey, who left Ohio State a year early and now plays for the Los Angeles Chargers. Nick Bosa had tied his career high of five tackles twice in the first three games this season, and he was leading the team in tackles with 14, including six for losses. That came to an abrupt halt when he went down early in the third … [Read more...] about Injured Ohio State DE Nick Bosa leaves college, focuses on pro career
Injured Ohio State DE Nick Bosa quits college, focuses on pro career
Associated Press Published 12:38 PM EDT Oct 16, 2018 Columbus, Ohio — Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa’s college football career is over. The injured All-American intends to withdraw from school to spend time rehabilitating and training for an NFL career. He is expected to be a first-round draft pick. No. 2 Ohio State made the announcement Tuesday. Bosa was considered one of the top players in college football before he suffered a core muscle injury against TCU on Sept. 15. He had surgery five days later, with no timetable set for a return. Coach Urban Meyer said he understands the decision, saying, “I wish him well as he moves on to get himself 100-percent healthy and ready for his next chapter.” … [Read more...] about Injured Ohio State DE Nick Bosa quits college, focuses on pro career