Sept. 8, 2025Edition

Not long after Arab's arrival, he experienced the loss of several elderly relatives, including his mother. Those painful moments shaped his resolve to support other families by opening his own Seniors Helping Seniors branch.

Downton Clinton's historic Strand Theatre, built in 1923, will once again open to the public as the dormant site has been leased by an operating group that runs The Strand Dover in New Hampshire

That money, which would have been better spent on literally anything else, was the result of countless self-inflicted wounds, as CCC leaders engaged in a power struggle that has produced only losers, particularly the businesses in the cannabis industry and the consumers who support them.

The President Donald Trump Administration’s fiscal 2026 budget signals potential devastating cuts that would undermine several key economic investments in social services, including to the Heat and Energy Assistance Program.

New board members have been appointed to the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts and Worcester County Horticultural Society.

Planning ahead can prevent future chaos, especially when it comes to succession planning.

5) Be your own tenant by purchasing a building and leasing it to your operating company.

The truth is, I almost lost everything – my business, my energy, my belief in myself – because I never took the time to pause to refill my cup.

Stimpson, who worked in Worcester for Morgan Stanley at 100 Front St. from 2008 to 2012, is now planning on expanding one of his businesses into Central Massachusetts.

The past few years have seen some lessening of the national CPA shortage, but local experts warn not to be so hasty in declaring the crisis over, especially in Central Massachusetts.

Just four years ago, Fitchburg-based company Rev Clinics was one of the biggest players in the Massachusetts marijuana industry, with its products available in about 75% of the then-200 dispensaries across the state.

Its first programming since its official launch in June, Auxilium’s three-month accelerator program is designed to help early startups.

To encourage young people to enter the industry, WBJ has run an Editorial Internship Program over the last nine years, offering a place where college students can hone their skills and learn about the importance of journalism.

The changes introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act necessitate a thorough review and adjustment of estate plans. There is a guide for family businesses owners to ensure compliance and optimize tax outcomes.