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.

Nonprofits

Girl Scouts pick United Way executive as next CEO

The Worcester nonprofit Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts is under new leadership.

Arts & Entertainment

High-tech minigolf course set to open at Natick Mall in February

The Natick Mall will soon see another addition to its growing list of entertainment-focused venues, as Puttshack, a self-described upscale and tech-infused minigolf venue, will open its doors on Feb. 10.

Hospitality

Wachusett Brewing bought by New Hampshire craft beer company

The oldest craft brewery in Central Massachusetts will soon be under new ownership.

Hospitality

Southbridge Hotel changes name following historic designation

The hotel’s new name and branding is a reference to a line of Wellsworth glasses produced by the American Optical Company.

Economy

Fallon names executive from Boston LGBTQ+ healthcare firm to be next CEO

Following the planned retirement of President and CEO Richard Burke, Worcester insurer Fallon Health on Monday named Manny Lopes as its next leader.

Diversity & Inclusion

Former Insulet CEO to retire from company board of directors

Acton medical device manufacturer Insulet has made a number of changes to its board, including the retirement of its former leader.

Diversity & Inclusion

Great Brook Valley residents now eligible for cannabis business ownership assistance program

Residents of Great Brook Valley in Worcester are now eligible to receive technical assistance and training to become business owners and employees in the legal cannabis industry.

Government & Politics

Cannabis businesses urge local governments to return impact fees, as Uxbridge pays $1.2M to settle lawsuit

“Hopefully this is a cautionary tale for those municipalities that are still resistant to refunding unsubstantiated community impact fees,” Thomas MacMillian, the legal representative for Caroline’s, told WBJ in an email.

Banking & Finance