Eric Casey

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.

Real Estate

Former site of 102-year-old Sunnyside Ford dealership in Holden up for sale

Eight parcels once comprising the Sunnyside Ford dealership in Holden are up for sale.

Real Estate

Biggest sale since 2020: Uxbridge logistics center sold for $120M

A logistics center in Uxbridge has sold for $120 million to Boston private equity real estate firm Rockpoint, making it the largest property transaction in the past five years in Central Massachusetts.

Banking & Finance

Two longtime Worcester insurance agencies merge

IMA celebrated its 100th year of operation last year, having been founded by Harold Fielding in Worcester in 1924. The firm has 45 employees.

Economy

Virtusa names former leader of Hitachi subsidiary as CEO

The former president and CEO of California-based GlobalLogic, a subsidiary of Japanese conglomerate Hitachi, Banga replaces former Virtusa leader Santosh Thomas.

Agriculture

Cannabis regulators warn against potentially unsafe marijuana from two companies

Massachusetts cannabis regulators have sounded the alarm over potentially harmful products sold by two marijuana companies, who are both pushing back against the need for the notice and the state’s haphazard testing system.

Manufacturing

Shirley-based manufacturer to open Devens office, R&D space after $720K purchase

“We're thrilled to be expanding our operation to Devens and look forward to becoming a part of this exciting community filled with innovative business leaders,” Jonas Angus, TPE Solutions president, said in the release.

Economy

Last paper mill in Fitchburg to close, resulting in 71 layoffs

Greif is shuttering its Fitchburg mill, a move that will result in layoffs impacting 71 workers at the plant and the end of paper manufacturing in the city.

Arts & Entertainment

Railers attendance up compared to last season, potentially reversing downward trend

With 29 games left in their 2024-25 season, the Worcester Railers are drawing more fans to their games compared to last year.

Health Care

Framingham cannabis testing lab sues competitors, claiming deceptive practices result in unsafe marijuana products

The 50-page lawsuit claims the actions of the labs has violated state law, intentionally interfered with MCR’s business relations, and led to unjust enrichment.

Banking & Finance

Greater Worcester Community Foundation to distribute $2.3M for arts & culture

“Each of these investments underscores the power of collaboration and the arts in shaping a vibrant and inclusive community,” Pete Dunn, president & CEO of Greater Worcester Community Foundation, said.

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