Greater Worcester

Worcester nonprofit insurer Fallon Health on Friday reported a $5.6-million first-quarter net loss and a 14,000 member year-over-year decline.

The Worcester Sand and Gravel Company has agreed to pay $181,200 for multiple violations related to its garage at the Shrewsbury Trap Rock mine site.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has assessed a $51,937 penalty to MLC Worcester LLC for violations relating to asbestos removal at a triple decker in Worcester's Main South neighborhood.

Central Massachusetts' largest annual job fair is set to be held at the Worcester DCU Center on Friday, with more than 140 participating companies from throughout the region.

An 8,540-square-foot warehouse on Webster Street in Worcester has sold for $400,000 to a buyer who will use the building for his business.

Athletic shoe and sportswear retailer Sneakerama maintains its hold in a very competitive market dominated by big brand names by offering a very family friendly atmosphere and personal service to each customer.

In addition to government contracts in Massachusetts, Alabama, Texas and California, AVATAR has been steadily growing its technology support services within Worcester.

In the last two years, Ballard Truck Center increased revenue 24 percent and added leasing to its list of services.

Family businesses are unique to the economic landscape including these nominees for the 2016 Central Mass. Family Business Awards.

Worcester officials are anxious to wield their eminent domain power to transform $100 million worth of properties into better use.