Gardner

Precision Optics Corp. Inc., of Gardner, said new and larger business contracts led to revenue that nearly doubled in the second quarter ending Dec. 31, according to an earnings statement.

Gov. Deval Patrick on Wednesday presented his eighth and final budget proposal before he leaves office, filing a $36.4-billion spending plan for the next fiscal year that includes a $205 million increase for public education and investments in the life sciences, dental care for the poor, and caregivers who assist the state's neediest residents.

A Gardner firm and a cancer research center in Canada have launched a new biotechnology company that hopes to create about a dozen jobs over the next three years.

Precision Optics of Gardner increased fiscal first-quarter revenue 61 percent while cutting its quarterly loss, the maker of optical systems announced Monday.

Three Central Massachusetts organizations have won grant money that will help boost the formation and development of small businesses.

Three of the least safe Bay State hospitals are located in Central Massachusetts, according to a report compiled Wednesday by a nonprofit.

Precision Optics of Gardner increased fourth-quarter revenue 4 percent and finished its fiscal year in June with a 17-percent jump in revenue, while cutting its quarterly loss, the maker of optical systems announced this week.

Central Massachusetts is leading the state when it comes to adding new jobs, according to the latest figures released by the state.

Mount Wachusett Community College will receive $6.45 million from a federal grant to provide accelerated training and credentials to students pursuing careers in advanced manufacturing.

Eight Central Massachusetts hospitals and community health centers are among 57 Bay State recipients of grants aimed...