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Railers attendance up compared to last season, potentially reversing downward trend

With 29 games left in their 2024-25 season, the Worcester Railers are drawing more fans to their games compared to last year.

State law allowing for by-right accessory dwelling units goes into effect

The law applies to 350 municipalities in Massachusetts. Boston is exempt, and is pursuing its own city-specific ADU policy. 

Framingham cannabis testing lab sues competitors, claiming deceptive practices result in unsafe marijuana products

The 50-page lawsuit claims the actions of the labs has violated state law, intentionally interfered with MCR’s business relations, and led to unjust enrichment. 

Worcester plant shop to close, shifting focus to wholesale retail

After four years of business, Worcester houseplant shop The Plant Ward will close its doors for the last time after opening during the height of the COVID-19.
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RFK Community Alliance names interim chief operating officer

Lancaster-based human services nonprofit RFK Community Alliance has appointed Kathy Mills as interim chief operating officer as the nonprofit’s C-suite executive retired earlier this month.

Top insurance executives warn Mass. health care is at breaking point

Confronting soaring health care costs compounded by widespread obstacles in accessing care, top insurance executives warned Thursday that the state's health care system is at a breaking point.

Greater Worcester Community Foundation to distribute $2.3M for arts & culture

“Each of these investments underscores the power of collaboration and the arts in shaping a vibrant and inclusive community,” Pete Dunn, president & CEO of Greater Worcester Community Foundation, said.

Milford drug company to close U.K. site, cease cell and gene therapy operations

Global biopharmaceutical manufacturing firm Rentschler Biopharma will shutter its United Kingdom facility.
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Worcester development firm buys four Park Ave. properties for $3M

JAE WOR plans to convert the 6,170-square-foot building at 226 Park Ave. being utilized as an office space back into a residential building.

Opposition mounts against Healey’s plan to close Canton children’s hospital

Dismayed by the looming closure of a state-run pediatric rehab hospital in Canton, more than 14,300 people have signed a petition calling on state officials to scrap their plan, and a powerful union is asking members to put pressure on Gov. Maura Healey to halt health care budget cuts.
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