Leave it as it is — why change it (“The State Seal Still Needs a Makeover — Here’s How to Get It Done,” January 28)? It reflects Massachusetts’ roots! Mike O’Reilly East Falmouth ...

Massachusetts has a problem with its official ... However brilliant I may be, this is the state seal. The people should decide. If only there were a blueprint to follow. If only . . . If only ...

Blue, a 21-year-old harbor seal, is believed to have contracted the virus through contact with a wild bird, zoo officials said.

The Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy is awarded to graduating high school students who demonstrate high proficiency in English and at least one additional language. To earn this honor ...