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The tight economy may be loosening soon, but in order for that to happen, Central Massachusetts business leaders will need to embrace a new normal of borrowing costs and move forward with their plans.

Cannabis firms are like most other businesses and should be freed from excess fees and taxes, in order to be competitive. They shouldn’t have to pay a king’s ransom just to exist.

Gauging the status of women in the workplace is a difficult task, especially as we strive for an economy and business community where people are valued for their talents and expertise regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, or background.

Stringent parking requirements can be a significant barrier to development, plain and simple, and right now, we need to make sure parking regulations are not excessive.

While they’ve fulfilled my life in ways only furry friends can, caring for dogs over their lifetimes is an expensive endeavor, which is why I feel the pain of local animal nonprofits.

Central Massachusetts certainly hasn’t been immune to these problems, particularly within the life sciences and tech industries. Yet, when looking at the much broader picture for entrepreneurs and new businesses in Worcester County and MetroWest, 2023 will turn out to be a positive year.

What was your proudest accomplishment of 2023? If the mood strikes you, email me and let me know how the last 12 months went for you

Readers are encouraged to nominate Central Massachusetts business leaders who are worthy of recognition.

Let’s face it: We’ve all been shaking off a collective funk since 2020. Heading into 2024, things seem better.

Seeking to remove more barriers to voting, the House approved legislation Thursday allowing employees to take paid time off on election day to cast their ballots in person.