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EMC To Cut 1,004 Jobs Worldwide

Hopkinton-based information technology and storage giant EMC. Corp., the largest for-profit employer in Central Massachusetts, will eliminate 1,004 jobs this year as it terminates several property leases, it disclosed Friday in a public filing.

Life Sciences Boom Prompts Expansion For Franklin Firm

A flourishing life sciences industry has created a practical problem for companies that need to protect precious samples: how to store them.

Thermo Fisher’s Big Acquisition

Waltham-based Thermo Fisher Scientific, which has facilities in Franklin and Milford, will grow by nearly a third early next year when it acquires a California-based biotechnology manufacturer for $13.6 billion. The intended purchase of Life Technologies is Thermo's largest deal since 2006 and is expected to increase its position in the DNA sequencing market. The deal is expected to close early next year.

Local Communities Win Water Conservation Grants

Four Central Massachusetts communities, including Worcester, will receive nearly $375,000 in state money for water conservation, demand management and other projects that will help ease the ecological impacts of water withdrawals.
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Life Sciences Firms Call Southern I-495 Home

Silicon Valley has its thriving technology sector. Now, the southern region of I-495 is creating a hotbed...

MBTA Mobile Ticketing Starts Today

The MBTA has launched the first phase of its mobile ticketing program, allowing riders on four commuter...

Incorporations

These Central Massachusetts businesses filed incorporation papers with the Massachusetts Secretary of State's Office from May 1-15,...

Thermo Fisher Has Record Q2

Waltham-based Thermo Fisher Scientific, which has operations in Franklin and Milford, reported record second-quarter revenue of $3.1...
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WBJ Talk Back: Youth Workforce Need, Funding Promises For Worcester Airport

WANTED: YOUTH MOVEMENTA recent study said an aging worker population in a large portion of MetroWest –...

Incorporations

These Central Massachusetts businesses filed incorporation papers with the Massachusetts Secretary of State's Office from April 16-30,...
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