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The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission on Thursday took issue with two provisional license applications for prospective businesses looking to open in Natick and Gardner for using identical language in their diversity plans.

When Ulyssess Youngblood was initially looking for financing for his Worcester cannabis business Major Bloom, he spoke to several local banks about loans, but was rejected by every one.

GFA Federal Credit Union in Gardner on Thursday announced it appointed Tom McGregor as executive vice president and chief lending officer, a role previously held by Joan Moran who served as SVP and chief lending officer before accepting another job opportunity in May.

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The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce released the first Regional Economic Development Plan in 25 years on Monday outlining an extensive economic development strategy focused on unifying the region by improving connectivity, developing the workforce, and attracting visitors.

Lighthouse Biz Solutions, LLC, a cannabis financial services subsidiary of GFA Federal Credit Union in Gardner, announced Wednesday it has partnered with Strategic Resolution Partners.

Peoplare on the move at Mutual One Bank, North Brookfield Savings Bank, GFA Federal Credit Union and more.

People are on the move at Community Healthlink, Northern Bank & Trust, Cornerstone Bank and more.

Central Massachusetts professionals are taking new jobs and getting promoted at companies like Estate Preservation Law Offices, Avidia Bank, AdCare Hospital and Banjo Health.

Students, faculty and staff wanting to participate in upcoming semesters must now be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at Worcester schools the College of the Holy Cross, Clark University, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.