Good News, Bad News

OK, we're back. A couple of quick things.

The bad news first: Gov. Deval Patrick knocked out the $150,000 in state funding for Crocker Field as part of his budget vetoes. That's all I know at this point, working on trying to find out a bit more on the prospects for an override of the veto. Check the Fitchburg Pride website later on for more.

The good news: Treasurer Tim Cahill was in town this morning promoting economic stimulus, and announced a $5 million loan program that will put that money in local banks to be turned around for local businesses starting or expanding. Not really sure when economic development became part of the Treasurer's Office duties (unless the treasurer wants to be governor someday), but every little bit helps.