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Eric Casey covers manufacturing and real estate for the Worcester Business Journal. He previously ran Burn After Reading, an online publication focusing on the cannabis industry. He has also formerly had freelance work published in outlets including Worcester Magazine and Different Leaf Magazine. Eric is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where he studied history and political science. He grew up in Marlborough and is currently a resident of Worcester.

🔒After losing state contract, dental insurance firm to shutter Worcester office

The layoffs come after the state announced in October it would transition back to Wellesley-based DentaQuest as its third-party administrator for dental services.

🔒Holy Cross buys off-campus student rental house for $2.2M with plans for faculty housing

The property at 50 College St. will remain on the City’s tax rolls, said Holy Cross Director of Public Relations Nicoleta Jordan. 

🔒Large California investment firm sells Worcester apartments to local landlord for $14M

The 72-unit Flats at Merrill Pond apartment complex in Worcester is under new ownership, following its sale for $14 million to a prominent landlord in Central Massachusetts.

🔒Arris Partners buys second Canal District warehouse site for $2.4M

“It was a natural extension of a property we already owned,” said John Garofalo, manager and co-founder of Arris Partners.
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Koopman Lumber CEO’s sister to take over top role of family business from her brother

Dirk Koopman is stepping down as CEO of Koopman Lumber, with his sister Denise Brookhouse taking over the role.

🔒Marlborough 140-unit apartment complex opens first building, starts accepting residents

Vesa Apartments were built on the former site of the McGee Farm and Jordan Stables.

🔒Bar arcade opens in Downtown Fitchburg

Power Surge Bar Arcade has opened its doors in Downtown Fitchburg, bringing some life back into a 148-year-old building.

O’Neil elevated to executive director role at Blackstone chamber

Liz O’Neil has been promoted from her role as director of programming and events at the Blackstone...
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🔒New pet hospital opens in Framingham

BluePearl Pet Hospital has opened in Framingham, after moving from a location in Waltham. BluePearl is now operating...

Main Street Bank executive to retire, as two new SVPs join firm

The Marlborough-based bank has added two new senior vice presidents to replace her.
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