liquor licenses

Massachusetts

In Boston, liquor licenses can play a key growth role

BOSTON – Located off busy Dorchester Avenue, the Sea Breeze Mexican Grill serves up traditional food to locals looking for an authentic meal. With just seven tables, it offers a relatively small space for patrons to enjoy lunch or dinner. But until recently there was something missing – cold beer to wash

Massachusetts legislature

Baker revives debate over local liquor license control

BOSTON – Reviving an effort that stalled under his predecessor, Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday proposed legislation that would give local officials control over the number of liquor licenses that can be handed out to bars and restaurants in their communities. The liquor license proposal, an economic development idea that faltered