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Government & Politics

🔒Q&A with the city manager: Balancing Worcester’s development

City Manager Eric Batista discusses housing production, stretch codes, commercial growth, and the pressure points shaping Worcester’s next phase of development.
Life Sciences

Boston Scientific buys stake in Georgia heart valve firm for $1.5B

The deal gives Boston Scientific an approximately 34% ownership stake in Georgia-based MiRus, along with an exclusive option to fully acquire the company’s replacement aortic heart valve business for an additional $3 billion.
Real Estate

🔒Milford plaza with new RMV location sells for $8M

The plaza was built in 1988 and contains about 45,000 square feet of leasable space.
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Economy

Summer jobs for young people riding on budget decisions

Advocates say thousands of jobs are expected to get cut unless lawmakers restore funding for a program that supports employment for at-risk young people.  
Government & Politics

Property owners say costs outpacing proposed rent caps

Some small property owners are warning that a rent control ballot measure would put them underwater if it is approved. 
Real Estate

🔒Real Estate Insider Briefs for May 18, 2026

Here's a round up of the latest real estate and development news from Central Massachusetts.
Banking & Finance

🔒Banks find ways to finance nonprofits, despite their lending and revenue challenges

“Nonprofits in general are considered higher risk,” said Sean O’Connell, president of Fidelity Bank in Leominster. “They can be trickier, because so many considerations go into them.”
Manufacturing

🔒Berkshire Blanket moves to Worcester to fuel next phase of growth

Berkshire leaders said the city’s location, infrastructure, and talent pool made it a natural fit for the company’s next phase.
Hospitality

🔒Two Worcester hotels plan to begin construction this year, even as demand softens

Two Worcester hotels plan to begin construction this year, even as occupancy rates have fallen over the last 16 months

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Small Business

🔒Business Starts for May 18, 2026

In February, 993 new businesses filed incorporation paperwork with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, in order to do business in the state.
Banking & Finance

🔒Movers & Shakers for May 18, 2026

Central Mass. professionals are on the move at Fitchburg State University, Rockland Trust, and more.
Economy

The Chamber Corner: Worcester’s businesses can power the next workforce

The ask is simple: hire a young person, or fund one.
Advice

Know How: Worcester brands can stay relevant in a shrinking media environment

With the changing landscape of the Worcester media, how do you and your brand or business stay relevant? 
Arts & Entertainment

🔒Q&A with Charles Steinberg: Keeping Polar Park fresh

As the novelty of a new ballpark fades, WooSox President Charles Steinberg said the organization’s challenge is to continually evolve the fan experience.
Manufacturing

🔒Fitchburg cannabis company closes as two lawsuits seek combined $6.11M

News of AMP’s closure did not reach some customers, with at least two trying to patronize the Fitchburg dispensary within a span of five minutes on Friday morning.
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Latest Poll

Should local governments prioritize spending on economic development?

In an effort to save money amid fiscal challenges, the Town of Southborough reduced its annual budget for economic development from $78,000 to $5,000 and will no longer fund a full-time economic development coordinator position. The decision came after a Costco announced plans to open a retail store in the community, which Town officials said was the biggest economic development win in a long time and happened organically without government encouragement.

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Regional News

Blackstone Valley

Nichols, WBJ launch second year of Women’s Executive Academy

Nichols College and Worcester Business Journal have begun accepting applications for the second class of the Women’s Executive Academy following the graduation of the program’s inaugural participants Friday.
Central Mass. South

Venture Community Services secures $2.76M bond for Dudley expansion

MassDevelopment and TD Bank previously worked to provide a $1.55-million bond in 2017.
MetroWest

After April explosion, Aspen Aerogels partially reopens facility

After an April 8 explosion injured 11 employees and closed Northborough-based manufacturer Aspen Aerogels’ facility in East Providence, the company has partially reopened the...
North County

Salvation Army of Fitchburg plans $5M facility, launches $2M fundraiser

The new building will be 8,000 square feet and provide 50% more space than the current facility. 

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