Category Archives: Databases

E-Content: Trials Underway

MBLC, in partnership with MLS, issued a “Statewide Electric Online Content” request for proposals this fall for content in these areas:  general/news/e-reference, language learning, genealogy and comprehensive encyclopedia products. Products from eight vendors are on trial from December 5 – … Continue reading

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NewsBank License Now Effective

Springfield Republican (1/1988 to current) Cape Cod Times (11/1998 to current) The license is for August 16, 2011 through June 30, 2012. MLS’s license agreement with NewsBank acknowledges the fact that all content is protected by copyright and can only … Continue reading

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NewsBank Titles Update

The MLS Executive Board approved the purchase of statewide licenses for the Springfield Republican and the Cape Cod Times through NewsBank.  We are currently in negotiations with NewsBank to purchase these titles.  It is likely that they will be renewed … Continue reading

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Springfield Republican, Cape Cod Times Renewed, Extended

MLS is pleased to announce the renewal of two NewsBank online newspapers and that access will be extended to all members statewide. The Springfield Republican and The Cape Cod Times will be available to all members from July 1, 2011 … Continue reading

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eLibrary Collaborative Purchase Announced

MLS members can maintain current access or gain NEW access to eLibrary through the coming 2011/2012 “school year” through this special offer by ProQuest. ProQuest is pleased to announce a special pricing offer for the eLibrary, general reference database to … Continue reading

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