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Brad Kane is the Editor for Worcester Business Journal. Kane came to Worcester from its sister publication Hartford Business Journal, where he most recently served as managing editor. Kane talked his way onto HBJ’s staff in May 2010, previously working as a Boston Globe correspondent and a staff writer for the Patriot Ledger in Quincy. In another journalism life, he covered local politics in northern Ohio and southwest Florida. Kane has been honored for his work by the Alliance of Area Business Publications, the Florida Press Club, Ohio Associated Press and the National Society of Professional Journalists. He graduated from The Ohio State University, with an honor’s degree in journalism. He lives a calm, sleep-filled life in Wilbraham, Mass. with his wife, five young children and Texas heeler. In his 42 minutes of weekly free time, Kane runs the sidewalks, streets and trails of Western Massachusetts.

UMass Marlborough hospital ratifies two-year contract with nurses

UMass Memorial - Marlborough Hospital announced Thursday it had ratified a new labor contract with the 219 members of the Massachusetts Nurses Association, who work as the hospital.

Shrewsbury truck dealer expanding to Raynham

Advantage Truck Group, the Shrewsbury dealer and service provider for tractor-trailers and other transportation equipment, plans to open a new full-service dealership in Raynham, the firm announced Thursday.

Local experts predict moderate 2020 growth during WBJ Economic Forecast

A Wednesday morning panel of Central Massachusetts business experts and a senior economist from the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston predicted the moderate growth the local and national economies have experienced since the end of the Great Recession will continue into 2020.

WBJ launches podcast with Radio Worcester

Worcester Business Journal on Monday published the inaugural episode of its new podcast, The Weekly Business Report, produced in conjunction with Radio Worcester.
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🔒Q&A: Stephen Kerrigan is fulfilling his friend’s legacy

Stephen Kerrigan officially took over the reins at the Kennedy Community Health Center from Antonia McGuire, who led the organization for 11 years.

Bull Mansion sells for $1.2M, to reopen as restaurant

A Chinese investor based out of Rhode Island has purchased the historic Bull Mansion in downtown Worcester for $1.16 million, with plans to reopen the restaurant and event space.

🔒Worcester’s buzz has to turn into substance

As much as hype can build up momentum, you can’t take it to the bank. Eventually, the sizzle needs the steak.

🔒Public spending on WooSox projects to increase to $189M

The total public spending on all four Canal District projects directly related to the August 2018 announcement by the Pawtucket Red Sox to relocate to Worcester has increased to $189 million.
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Report: Manufacturing vital to the North County economy

The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a report that shows the importance the manufacturing, agriculture and healthcare industries are to the region.

WooSox stadium costs increase to $132M

The planned baseball stadium the City of Worcester is building for the Pawtucket Red Sox now will cost an extra $30 million, with the city and the team paying for the added expense with increased ticket and parking fees, along with adding more properties into the special taxing district.
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