Today's Massachusetts Papers, 4/3

--Odds are fairly good that this kind of story could only emerge publicly when there is a serious mayoral challenge going on, which is exactly why many Bostonians wanted to see a serious challenge. The failure to develop this particular patch of land, and others in the immediate area, is a disgrace dating back to the beginning of the Menino administration. Good for Jessica Van Sack for getting this story, and let's hope we keep finding out more.

--Maybe I'm a softie, but I don't see a problem with congressional staffers like Katie Elbert getting a 2.5% bonus. But a few area papers think there's an outrage factor, so decide for yourself.

--Now on the other hand, I can see why profs at Worcester State College might be steamed about administrative raises while they get shafted.