Watch as WBJ Editor Christina Davis talks about what you’ll find in the May 25 issue of the Worcester Business Journal.
Issue Highlights
On Page One
PLUGGED IN – The laid-off are finding solace and energy in local networking events.
IN THE AIR – Cloud computing is an easy way to store data, but it’s a headache for lawyers.
GROUNDED – A Whitinsville housing development has gone green with geothermal.
VITALS – Fitchburg State has started a new research group to focus on North County stats.
News & Analysis
NEW ENERGY – The beleaguered utility Unitil has made a new hire to manage its emergency planning. But is it too little too late?
TOOLING AROUND – Athol-based L.S. Starrett marks one of its largest quarterly losses in the last 30 years.
Special Focus: Banking & Finance
BANKING LANDSCAPE – Worcester-based banks are a dying breed. How many more bank mergers can the region expect to see?
CASHED IN – Check cashers continue to compete with banks for business.
VENTURED – VC investment in Central Mass. during the first quarter benefited only six companies.
CAPITAL CONCERN – A Fitchburg housing development for college kids is on hold due to lack of financing.
Staff Columns
Departments
Upcoming Issue
June 8 Issue: Special focus is the Central Mass. Family Business Awards. The List: Chambers of Commerce.
June 22 Issue: Special focus is the Central Mass. 100, the largest private employers in the region.
July 6 Issue: Special focus is Insurance. The List: Insurance Agencies.
