Shrewsbury

German manufacturer Physik Instrumente has opened a new U.S. headquarters in Shrewsbury, part of an attempt to improve its operations in the Americas and adapt to tariffs.

Stimpson, who worked in Worcester for Morgan Stanley at 100 Front St. from 2008 to 2012, is now planning on expanding one of his businesses into Central Massachusetts.

The past few years have seen some lessening of the national CPA shortage, but local experts warn not to be so hasty in declaring the crisis over, especially in Central Massachusetts.

After weeks of relative calm, a power struggle over control of Tyngsborough-based supermarket chain Market Basket has escalated, after the company’s board fired two longtime executives who have sided with suspended CEO and President Arthur T. Demoulas.

The brand is recognized as one of the fastest-growing chains in the U.S. by Restaurant Business Magazine, according to its website.

Anne Joyce, who has more than 30 years of banking experience, will serve as the vice president of the new branch. 

The family scuffle is reminiscent of a situation in 2014.

The Power 100 edition is an annual report on how power is shared and expended in Central Massachusetts each year, as told through the 100 people who are most effectively wielding their influence, with a special focus on those creating change and bringing new ideas to the forefront.

The firm provides engineered plastic solutions and self-lubricating bearings used by the aerospace, defense, medical, and food processing industries. 

The 2,300-square-foot location at Government Center in Boston features interactive challenges to bring financial concepts to life in a fun and free way for the public.