Government & Politics

Tobacco and nicotine products would eventually become banned in Massachusetts, under a regulatory trajectory that a trio of lawmakers hope will become law next session.

Plans call for the creation of five four-story buildings, alongside a parking deck and an open common area.

The legislative change, completed as part of the sweeping economic development bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday, allows for direct-to-consumer sales for off-site consumption.

Bal plans to begin her new job on Dec. 9, her assignment coming as the state implements a nearly $4 billion economic development law.

While Asante was climbing the corporate ladder abroad, she decided to return home to her family in Worcester. Her goal has always been to use her legal acumen to benefit local business owners, especially immigrant entrepreneurs who defied the odds to build successful legacies.

Local retailers are using their community connections to make their presence known this holiday season.

Worcester Business Journal has launched its annual survey of readers for the end-of-year Economic Forecast special edition, in order to gauge business leaders' outlooks on the Central Massachusetts community in the coming year.

The Out to Lunch Festival & Farmers' Market series in Worcester will offer extended dates and an expanded vendor lineup in 2025, as program administrator Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District has received a $100,000 grant through the Massachusetts Urban Agenda Grant Program.

“While we are excited to offer our clients many new benefits, we’re also pleased to have the continuity of our entire team being part of this merger,” Maryann Copeland, co-managing partner of Singer & Lusardi, said.

Madison Properties President Denis Dowdle was in attendance but declined to speak during the Thursday hearing