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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.

Heywood co-CEO named to Mass. Health & Hospital Association board

One of the two co-CEOs of Heywood Healthcare has been voted onto the board of an association representing 70 hospitals and healthcare facilities across the state.

Union: Saint Vincent nurses have filed 600+ complaints over dangerous conditions, as staffing levels dropped 38%

The end of the 10-month strike involving nurses at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester in January 2022 didn’t bring an end to disagreements over working conditions at the hospital, new complaints show.

Report: Worcester median rent rose 7.6% in 2023

Rental rates saw a large increase in Worcester in 2023, but not as large of an increase seen in other midsize American metros.

Following acquisition, ReWalk rebrands to new name to reflect broader offerings

The company said the rebranding was made to reflect the growth and evolution of the 23-year old firm.
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Worcester bagel shop slated to move to Pleasant Street

Bagel Time, a family-owned Worcester breakfast and lunch spot that operated out of a location on Park Avenue, appears set to move to the former Pleasant Street location of a fur clothing store.

City seeks public feedback as Worcester Now | Next development plan nears final stages

Following the public comment period, the plan will be put in front of the Planning Board for final approval some time this winter. 

Country Bank names first woman president

A Ware-based financial institution will have its first woman president in the 174-year history of the business, as Mary McGovern has been named the next president of Country Bank. 

Shrewsbury retirement community bought for $36M by large investment firm

The Residence at Orchard Grove in Shrewsbury is under new management, following its purchase by a Chicago-based real estate investment firm. 
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Maker to Main to close permanently after 3+ years of operation

Cheney was one of several small business owners who told WBJ in December the combined forces of lower consumer spending and higher costs were threatening the future of small businesses in Central Massachusetts. 

Gardner Airport cuts ribbon on $5M reopening

The bulk of the $5.05 million in federal funds were a result of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was signed into law by President Joe Biden in November 2021. 
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