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🔒A gathering place for marijuana: Designed to diversify the industry, cannabis cafes are close to reality, although the finances are challenging

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

10 Things I know about … AI security

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

🔒Are you ghosting your customers online?

"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.

🔒101: The art of delegation

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.
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Movers & Shakers for Sept. 22, 2025

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

🔒Viewpoint: Lessons to learn from Europe’s smarter justice system

"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.

🔒Editorial on diversity, equity & inclusion: What’s in a name?

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.

🔒A Thousand Words: Feedback Earth leaving Grafton

Feedback Earth site in Grafton sold for $4 million as food recycling company known for odor issues exits state.
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🔒Q&A: Following tragedy, entrepreneur finds independence through BBQ

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.

State Police crime lab in Marlborough set to begin construction in early 2026

The lab is expected to open for more than 250 employees in early 2028, the Healey administration said. The Marlborough site will consolidate existing facilities in Maynard and Sudbury under one roof.
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