Fitchburg State University faculty members received a National Endowment for the Humanities grant that will allow them to pursue a project that blends computer science, art history and philosophy.
100 House lawmakers have written a letter to their own negotiators urging them to raise net metering caps and resist cuts in metering credit values that they say could cause irreparable harm to an industry the state is trying to grow.
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is calling for greater investments in its area's Internet infrastructure, during a time where the city of Worcester is expanding its own broadband network.
Security Devices International Inc., the Fitchburg-based maker of rubber bullets and other less-lethal projectiles used by military and police forces has entered into an agreement to purchase another less-lethal company for $4.14 million.
The Fitchburg Art Museum has been recognized for its work with the community, being named one of 30 finalists for a national award focused on museums making a difference in their communities.
A pilot program designed to put cities in touch with economic experts to tackle their most pressing issues has been launched with an initial $1.2 million in funding.