Paul Burton is the Northeast Regional Editor for The Bond Buyer. His major coverage has included New York City and MTA finances; the Harrisburg, Pa., debt crisis; the 38 Studios bond financing fiasco in Rhode Island; and unfunded pension liability. Paul hosts podcasts and videos and has moderated at Bond Buyer conferences. Previously, Paul was senior editor and copy chief at M&A-oriented financial media company The Deal LLC. His award-winning career has spanned financial, sports and political journalism. A Boston native, Paul is the author of the book “Tales from the Newsrooms.” He is a frequent public speaker and has appeared as an expert on municipal debt on radio and television shows, including former CBS News White House correspondent Sharyl Attkisson’s public-affairs program, “Full Measure.”
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New YorkMayor Bill de Blasio proposed a major overhaul of New York City's corporate tax structure that would make it conform to state tax law.
January 12 -
Rhode IslandLaw firms Locke Lord and Edwards Wildman Palmer closed their $675 million merger and will operate as Locke Lord Edwards, with 1,000 lawyers in 23 locations.
January 12 - Massachusetts
In his opening speech as Massachusetts governor, Charlie Baker urged Massachusetts lawmakers and officials to deal with a projected budget deficit that could reach $1 billion.
January 8 -
Connecticut needs a secure transportation lockbox that all funds raised for transportation is spent on that, said Gov. Dannel Malloy on the cusp of his second term.
January 7 -
MassachusettsOutgoing state Treasurer Steve Grossman supports successor Deborah Goldberg's proposal for an independent budget oversight agency in Massachusetts.
January 7 - New York
New York City has reached a tentative contract agreement with school custodian unions, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced.
January 6 -
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the MBTA chose \Peebles Corp. of Miami to develop the $330 million Massachusetts Turnpike air rights project.
January 6 - New York
The New York City Transitional Finance Authority intends to sell $750 million of building aid revenue bonds through negotiation on Jan. 14.
January 6 -
Boston is suing the Massachusetts Gaming Commission over its award of a license to Wynn Resorts for a gaming resort in nearby Everett.
January 6 -
Rhode IslandGina Raimondo, who took office as Rhode Island's 75th governor and first female at that position, called for the state to revive its sagging economy and change perceptions.
January 6 - Pennsylvania
Amalgamated Bank completed a $13 million TAN for Scranton, Pa., which is looking to further its reputation in the capital markets.
January 6 - Connecticut
Susan Weisselberg will become deputy secretary of the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, OPM Secretary Benjamin Barnes announced.
January 5 - Connecticut
The Green Energy Park is expected to earn Bridgeport, Conn., more than $7 million in tax revenue over its 20-year lease with United Illuminating, said Mayor Bill Finch.
January 5 - Massachusetts
Does disclosure, however admirable, actually contribute to an issuer's bottom line? Analysts and investors answer yes.
January 2 -
Gov.-elect Tom Wolf talked up school funding during his campaign, but finding a solution may be difficult.
January 2 -
New York City has issued a request for information for mobile payment options for the payment and scheduling of parking tickets.
December 31 - Massachusetts
The Massachusetts School Building Authority has scheduled an $80.2 million competitive refunding sale of senior sales tax notes.
December 31 -
PennsylvaniaHarrisburg, Pa., officials have asked three bidders for a tax and revenue anticipation note to submit "best and final" offers, said city financial coordinator Fred Reddig.
December 31 - Connecticut
Connecticut OPM operative Karen Buffkin will serve as general counsel to Gov. Dannel Malloys office when he begins his second term.
December 29 -
Connecticut receives $30 million in grants for restoration and resiliency to infrastructure in municipalities affected by Hurricane Sandy, Gov. Dannel Malloy announced.
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