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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.
Economy

Former Wegman’s site at Natick Mall to be taken over by Asian grocer

An Asian grocery store will open later this year in a Natick Mall location formerly occupied by a short-lived Wegmans location.
Economy

🔒Keeping construction working: Long plagued by labor shortages, local construction officials are trying to stem the pain caused by a population drop and Trump’s...

Advocates say the industry key to ending the region's persistent housing shortage is facing a workforce cliff.
Economy

WPI drops interim tag for general counsel

Following an eight-month stint on an interim basis, Matthew Thaler has been named vice president and general counsel of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. 
Banking & Finance

Two Central Mass. apartments receive financing as part of $18.7M deal

Two multi-family properties in Central Massachusetts have received loans as part of a wider three-property announcement of financing worth a total of $18.65 million.
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Energy

Worcester adding to state’s growing climate tech industry, even as Trump Administration impacts loom

About 115,000 people are now employed in the Massachusetts clean energy industry, with Worcester playing a key role in the industry’s ecosystem.
Economy

🔒An assembly line of homes: Worcester firm sees factory-built apartment units as a potential gamechanger for region’s housing crunch

A factory on Southbridge Street could be key in unlocking a faster and more cost-effective way to fight the housing crisis: modular construction.
Hospitality

Parent company of Jack’s Abby, Wormtown led Central Mass. beer production in 2024

In addition to considering mergers, local beer firms have begun to explore expanding their offerings to stay competitive.
Arts & Entertainment

Worcester lesbian bar named watch party venue for new pro softball league

Athletes Unlimited Softball League is an effort to provide a well-financed league for women’s softball players beyond the college level.
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Economy

David Jordan resigns as Clark School of Business dean, following university’s new restructuring plan

Jordan said he holds no ill will towards the university, acknowledging higher educational institutions across the country are facing economic challenges, but he said he didn’t feel comfortable supporting the decision.
Economy

Federal court temporarily blocks Trump Administration efforts to close Job Corps centers in Grafton and Devens

A federal judge had ordered the Trump Administration to stop its attempts to shutter Job Corps centers across the country, including in Grafton and Devens. 
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