Governor Charlie Baker says he is grateful to have spent time as governor | app

BOSTON (AP) — Gov. charlie baker told Massachusetts residents on Tuesday that he is “deeply grateful for the gifts” he has received during his two terms as governor as he prepares to step down.

In a five-minute address, the Republican briefly touched on some of the highlights of the past eight years, but spent much of his time thanking the audience.

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