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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

Longtime gastroenterologist again named Milford Regional’s president of medical staff

“I feel honored to once again lead my physician colleagues, who have entrusted me with this great responsibility,” Crimaldi said in the press release. “I also welcome the opportunity to work with hospital leadership to advocate on behalf of our clinicians and patients.”
Economy

Workers at Oxford cannabis dispensary seek to unionize, citing low morale and pay

“It’s kind of sad when you see [co-workers] walking into the building looking like they’re on death row,” one employee said, “It wasn’t like this before.”
Economy

Fed economist tells Central Mass. business leaders threat of a recession has decreased, but uncertainty remains

The threat of a looming recession is weakening, but much economic uncertainty remains as financial experts attempt to predict what’s ahead in 2024, according to a leading economic expert.
Banking & Finance

Boston Scientific raises $2.2B to support purchase of California medical device company

The primary use of the funds will be used to fund Boston Scientific’s purchase of Axonics, Inc., a $3.7-billion transaction the company announced in January. 
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Government & Politics

Gov. Healey to speak at Worcester chamber event

Healey’s speech will outline her administration’s plan to bolster economic growth in the commonwealth, according to the chamber.
Health Care

With $39M in seed funding, Worcester startup aims to develop ALS, schizophrenia treatments

Leal’s founder Dr. Asa Abeliovich is no stranger to successful pharmaceutical endeavors.
Education

Delayed nine-story, $350M UMass Chan research facility on track to finish in June

Equipment and temporary construction offices will soon be removed from the school’s quad, allowing for its restoration in anticipation of its commencement ceremony slated for June 2. 
Economy

Heywood nurses secure new contract as hospital navigates bankruptcy

As Heywood Hospital continues to navigate the bankruptcy process it began in October, the Gardner facility’s nurses have secured a new contract their union claims will help address alleged long-standing issues with staffing levels and stagnant wages.
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Government & Politics

Townhouses planned for South Main Street in Natick

A housing development, with two potential results, is being planned for a 6.5-acre property off of South Main Street in Natick.
Government & Politics

Two apartments, retail space planned for narrow Harding Street building

A distinct Worcester building on Harding Street that is over 123-years-old and just 19 feet wide could see new life as a multi-use space featuring a retail storefront and two apartment units. 
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