Ousted Boston library chief will open new chapter in New York

It’s the two arch-rivals redux library-style…

The embattled former head of the Boston Public Library has been hired as the New York state librarian and assistant commissioner of education in Albany.

The New York state Board of Regents confirmed the appointment of Bernard A. Margolis at a meeting today.

“Just as the Yankees took Babe Ruth, Boston’s loss is our gain,” said Tom Dunn, New York education department spokesman. “We are thrilled.”