Sept. 22, 2025Edition

After a major personal loss reignited his dream of owning a barbecue business, Jordan El-Qasem launched the HaBBQ (pronounced ha-bibi-cue) food truck in March.

Feedback Earth site in Grafton sold for $4 million as food recycling company known for odor issues exits state.

Five years ago was an awakening for many organizations, realizing there was a gap between their actions and their values. That insight has not changed, and firms are better for their efforts to create a workplace more attractive to the talent in the market. No matter how you want to label it, that important work must continue.

"The criminal justice from Europe are clear. With imagination, courage, and a willingness to lead, we can build justice systems that truly serve public safety, reduce costs, and uplift entire communities," two Worcester nonprofit leaders write.

Central Massachusetts professionals are being hired at organizations including bankHometown, Consigli Construction, and Cornerstone Bank.

Delegation is an essential skill for every manager, yet letting go of control can feel challenging. Time is limited, and no one can accomplish everything alone.

"Many companies think their online presence is handled once they have a website and claim their social media profiles. But if your platforms look abandoned, you’re not showing up for your customers, or your competition," writes Julia Becker Collins.

Janelle Drolet, vice president of operations and sales for Towerwall, shares some insights on the role AI plays in cyber security.

Law enforcement and some municipal voices have called for strict regulations for consumption sites. But advocates warn overregulating these businesses will make them stiff and sterile, killing their viability and leaving social equity participants out in the cold

Realizing federal cuts will impede nonprofits’ ability to respond in time of crisis, the United Way of Central Massachusetts launched the United Response Fund in August.

Workdays missed due to menopause symptoms added up to another $1.8-billion annual loss.

Equity work has never been easy, and its often uphill battle has been compounded by the President Donald Trump Administration’s crusade to uproot DEI.

the events of this year mark the most significant DEI developments since Floyd was murdered, so there are plenty of interesting topics to write about.

Ed Manzi has announced his retirement as Chairman & CEO of Fidelity Bank, after having led the Leominster-based financial institution for over 28 years.