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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.

Rutland firm penalized $8K over Holden housing project

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Thursday it assessed a $8,400 fine against a Rutland construction company working on the 88-unit residential housing project called Greenwood II in Holden.

Hanover names new president of professional liability

Worcester public company Hanover Insurance Group on Thursday appointed Sarah Medina its new president of professional liability, in an attempt to grow the company's products in that sector.

Millis marijuana dispensary launches cannabis soda

SIP is made from THC distillate, cane sugar and lemon juice. Each beverage has 5 milligrams of THC, leading consumers to feel the effects within 10-30 minutes, according to CommCan.

Weld brings presidential campaign to Worcester

U.S. presidential candidate Bill Weld took a tour of Worcester on Tuesday in advance of the Massachusetts primary election on March 3, talking about the importance of controlling the national debt and fighting climate change.
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WBJ Podcast: The Queen’s Cups owner details her struggles and plans for the future

Renee Diaz joins the podcast to discuss future plans for her business The Queen's Cups, along with her popular column about entrepreneurship, The Struggle is Real.

ReWalk reduced annual losses 28% in 2019

Marlborough medical device manufacturer ReWalk Robotics Ltd. on Thursday announced it lost $15.6 million in 2019, an improvement over the $21.7 million it lost in 2018.

WBJ seeking suggestions for Power 50 list

The 2019 Power 50 included Worcester Red Sox Chairman Larry Lucchino, UMass Memorial Health Care CEO Eric Dickson, Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commissioner Shaleen Title, and Quinsigamond Community College President Luis Pedraja.

Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing to become recycler for unique beer can holder

Framingham craft brewery Exhibit 'A' Brewing Co. announced Tuesday it will become a recycling center for a unique beer can holder commonly used in the brewery industry.
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Hologic expands in Costa Rica with new services center

Marlborough medical device manufacturer Hologic, Inc. on Tuesday inaugerated its 32-employee financial services center in Costa Rica, expanding the company's presence in the Central American country.

WBJ Podcast: Behind the scenes on the “Disrespected” story about sexual harassment

In this second episode of The Weekly Business Report, Sarah Connell Sanders joins the podcast to discuss her story "Disrespected" about sexual harassment in the Central Massachusetts workplace.
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