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November 22, 2024
An effort to convert a historic Maynard schoolhouse into a 12-unit, mixed-income apartment building has received $3 million in loan financing.
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LATEST HEADLINES
David Crowley, member of family behind Wachusett Mountain and Polar Beverages, passes away
November 21, 2024David Crowley, a prominent member of the family which runs both Polar Beverages and Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, has passed away.
November 21, 2024
Worcester Redevelopment Authority criticizes Polar Park developer over delays, as firm’s president declines to participate in hearing
November 21, 2024Madison Properties President Denis Dowdle was in attendance but declined to speak during the Thursday hearing
November 21, 2024
BJ’s to raise membership fees for the first time in seven years
November 21, 2024BJ’s Wholesale Club shoppers can soon expect to see an increase in their yearly billing statements as the Marlborough-based retailer plans on raising membership fees in the new year.
November 21, 2024
Gov. Healey signs long-awaited $4B life sciences, climatech bill into law
November 21, 2024Gov. Maura Healey spent months clamoring for lawmakers to finish work on a sweeping jobs package she filed in March, and she wound up needing only about 60 percent of the time allotted for her review before making it law.
November 21, 2024
Worcester City Council blast Polar Park development partner amid calls for eminent domain to seize stadium-adjacent property
Updated: November 20, 2024Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson said the City’s redevelopment authority should consider taking the Left Field parcel by eminent domain.
Updated: November 20, 2024
Milford Regional annual gala breaks fundraising record
November 20, 2024The Milford Regional Healthcare Foundation has raised $1.3 million for hospital renovations through its annual Mélange Gala and Live Auction, setting a record for the event’s 20-year history.
November 20, 2024
DAVIS Cos. names new president following son’s departure
November 20, 2024The DAVIS Cos., a Marlborough-based staffing and talent advisory firm, has appointed a new president for the first time in a decade, promoting employee Mark Agostinelli following the departure of the CEO’s son from the role.
November 20, 2024
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Mass. unemployment ticked upward in October
November 18, 2024While unemployment in Massachusetts was back on the rise in October, the statewide rate remained lower than the nation’s for the second month in a row.
November 18, 2024
Worcester, WPI reach deal over controversial hotel purchases
November 18, 2024The deal signifies a potential end to the feud between the university and local political and business figures.
November 18, 2024
For first time, Worcester needs general fund to make Polar Park payments, as key development deal is terminated
November 18, 2024Ballpark district is short $792,000. Meanwhile, the tax deal for Left Field Building, once slated for a bioscience development, has been terminated by the developer.
November 18, 2024
Boston Scientific completes $3.7B purchase of California bowel dysfunction company
November 15, 2024Boston Scientific, a Marlborough medical device manufacturer, has officially closed its acquisition of Axonics Inc. after entering into a purchase agreement in January.
November 15, 2024
DPH launches investigation into the Hospital for Behavioral Medicine
November 15, 2024The Hospital for Behavioral Medicine in Worcester is under investigation by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, marking the Department’s fourth investigation into a Central Massachusetts hospital in fewer than three months.
November 15, 2024
Assumption University names former WPI controller as new chief financial officer
November 15, 2024Assumption University in Worcester has appointed E. Jane Clapp as its new vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer.
November 15, 2024
Site of newly constructed Starbucks in Ashland sells for $3M
November 15, 2024The Starbucks at the site opened in July following its construction, with the Seattle-based firm committing to a 10-year lease.
November 15, 2024
Mariano takes dim view on chances of health care bill compromise
November 15, 2024Mariano had pulled the sprawling health care packages from negotiations during the frenzied end of formal lawmaking of July 31 into Aug. 1, while the Steward Health Care bankruptcy rocked the state's health care landscape.
November 15, 2024
Group of Mass. legislators head to Cuba for discussions around health care, humanitarian aid
November 15, 2024The trip comes as three major health care bills addressing hospital oversight, prescription drug pricing and access, and substance use disorder remain on the rocks with less than two months remaining in the two-year session.
November 15, 2024
Wormtown in the Big Apple: Discover Central Mass launches Times Square ad campaign seeking to attract tourists to Worcester region
November 14, 2024The Central Massachusetts region’s tourism agency is now fighting for the attention of Times Square tourists with a new ad campaign.
November 14, 2024
Experts explore CCC overhaul options
November 14, 2024As they explore ways to either shore up or restructure the Cannabis Control Commission, lawmakers heard Wednesday from outsiders who suggested that the Legislature first be clear about its goals for the agency and then allow the best governing structure to emerge from there.
November 14, 2024
Immersive exhibition featuring works of Van Gogh opens at Worcester’s Mercantile Center
November 14, 2024An empty retail space at Worcester’s Mercantile Center has been transformed into an immersive experience featuring the art of Vincent van Gogh.
November 14, 2024
Spectrum Health Systems opening new outpatient center to increase access to opioid use disorder treatment
November 14, 2024Worcester-based Spectrum Health Systems, one of the largest human services nonprofits in Central Massachusetts, will open a new outpatient treatment facility in the city come Monday.
November 14, 2024
Mass. launches tax incentive for businesses hiring National Guard members
November 13, 2024Massachusetts businesses hiring members of the National Guard will now receive a $2,000 tax credit as part of the state’s initiative to expand economic opportunities for those serving in the military.
November 13, 2024
Framingham-based biopharma company announces merger agreement with San Diego firm
November 13, 2024The merger would see the combined company operating under the Cullgen name and headquartered in San Diego.
November 13, 2024
Book of Lists 2024
Worcester Business Journal's annual Book of Lists is filled cover-to-cover with pure market intelligence on significant businesses and players in the Central Massachusetts economy and community. The 45 lists in this 2024 edition highlight the top companies and professionals in sectors including banking & finance, real estate, manufacturing, health care, education, nonprofits, hospitality, and professionals services. This year's edition even includes three lists never previously published.
