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.

Economy

Following acquisition, Baxter to close Acton manufacturing operation, lay off 59 workers

Baxter purchased Hillrom, the Illinois-based previous operator of the Acton facility, for $10.5 billion in February 2022. At the time, Baxter said the move would help reach a broader global market.

Economy

Former Suffolk University assistant dean joining Framingham State to lead STEM efforts

Nolfo-Clements has authored a number of scholarly papers about local wildlife, including papers about the squirrel population in the Boston Public Garden and the mammal population on Bumpkin Island in Boston Harbor.

Economy

Worcester business confidence flips back to optimistic as statewide confidence hits 14-month high

Even with a slowing of the Massachusetts economy in the fourth quarter, business leaders in both Greater Worcester and the state-at-large are feeling increasingly confident in the current economic climate.

WBJ Hall of Fame: Despite sustained growth, McCall has kept small-firm mentality, values at AAFCPAs

AAFCPAs has undergone rapid growth since 2011, continuing as Carla McCall took over as the sole managing partner in 2020. Now with 300 employees, revenue has grown from $16 million in 2011 to $63 million in 2023.

Energy

Consigli names former National Grid Foundation head as clean energy division leader

With increasing focus being paid to making newly constructed buildings more energy efficient and environmentally friendly, Milford-based Consigli Construction has named Edward White as the director of operations for Arch Energy, the firm’s clean energy division.

Banking & Finance

Fidelity Bank names CPA as its newest CFO

Following a 17-year career at a national certified public accountant and advisory firm, Richard Fay has been named as senior vice president and CFO for Leominster-based Fidelity Bank.

Arts & Entertainment

WooSox, Bravehearts mend fences and team up for community initiatives

Any lingering animosity from the Worcester Bravehearts toward the Worcester Red Sox seems to be a thing of the past, as Worcester’s two baseball franchises held a joint press conference at Polar Park on Thursday to announce a trio of community initiatives.

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.

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