Central Mass. South

Government & Politics

Nurse staffing opponents ahead in new poll

The poll showed 51 percent of likely voters opposed nurse staffing requirements outlined in Question 1 while 43 percent support the measure.

Health Care

Alternatives Unlimited, The Bridge of Central Massachusetts rebrand

Alternatives Unlimited and The Bridge of Central Massachusetts have rebranded about three months after the two human service providers decided to affiliate with one another.

Economy

IPG Photonics loses $800M in value after preliminary Q3 financials fall short

The third quarter for Oxford-based IPG Photonics was even tougher than expected, as the company's preliminary financial results came in less than originally expected.

News

Sturbridge’s Idea Agency acquired by N.H. firm

Idea Agency, a Sturbridge marketing firm, has been acquired by Pannos Marketing of New Hampshire, Idea Agency announced Thursday.

Government & Politics

State: Mandated nurse ratios would add up to $949M to annual hospital costs

If a statewide ballot question passes in November mandating certain nurse-to-patient ratios, annual costs would rise by up to $949 million a year, a state board reported Wednesday.

Education

Anna Maria tops Central Mass. colleges for gender leadership

Anna Maria College in Paxton tops Central Massachusetts colleges when it comes to gender parity, according to a new report weighing how equally women are represented on campuses.

Agriculture

Movers & Shakers

Eight Central Mass. businesspeople were on the move this issue.

Hospitality

Let’s get creative

In the last decade, Central Massachusetts has become a hot spot for creative restaurateurs, brewers and distillers...

News

Polar Beverages’ early entry into seltzers gives it an advantage in a booming market

Consumers are ditching soda in droves, and overwhelmingly are turning instead to seltzer, where Polar Beverages has long been a mainstay, especially in New England.

Hospitality

B.Y.O.F.: Local breweries and restaurants have created a symbiotic relationship

Breweries often just want to focus on beer, leaving nearby restaurants to benefit and lending a community feel to breweries where patrons are encouraged to bring their own take-out.

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