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MCPHS expands Worcester footprint with $12M buy of three properties

MCPHS did not respond to a request for comment from WBJ asking for more details regarding its plans for the parcels. All three properties are within walking distance of the college’s Worcester campus.

Bravehearts extend Holy Cross lease through 2027, set 2024 ticket prices at $20

The Bravehearts begin their 2024 campaign May 24 on the road against the Westfield Starfires, with their first home game slated against the Starfires on May 25.

Governor floats plan to keep college grads in state

Dubbed the Mass Leads Act, Healey's roughly $3.5 billion proposal invests heavily in workforce development, including a $10 million-per-year pilot program to launch a statewide internship tax credit that would benefit companies recruiting from Massachusetts-based colleges.

Dean College president Elmore stepping down

No reason or exact timeframe for Elmore’s departure was given.
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Alumnus donates funding for Saint John’s to launch finance program

Saint John's High School of Shrewsbury has received a significant donation from an alumnus, which the private all-boys school will use to create an accounting and finance program.

DPH extends use of hospital temporary beds amidst capacity challenges

Overburdened Massachusetts hospitals are allowed through next April to keep using temporary beds to bolster their capacity to care for patients.

Fitchburg State selects first woman president in school’s 130-year history

Donna Souder Hodge’s hiring is contingent upon approval by the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education and a successful contract negotiation.

Central Mass. organizations receive $458K to train disabled workforce

Four Central Massachusetts organizations working to afford individuals with disabilities job training, workforce placement, and post-placement support are amongst nine awardees statewide receiving $900,000 in grants.
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WPI awarded $1.2M federal grant to study low-carbon iron production

The grant is part of a federal effort to support technologies with the potential to reduce the country’s emissions by 1% annually.

Husband and wife to develop AI math tutor with WPI, $4M in funding

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is expanding its commitment to generating innovative technology, this time with a three-year, multi-million dollar initiative to develop an artificial intelligence math tutor designed to support middle school students struggling with math and unable to afford private tutoring.  
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