Leominster

In the wake of the economic slowdown surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, Massachusetts had the fewest single-family home sales in the month of May since 2011, including a 30.6% drop in sales in Worcester city, according to a new report.

Worcester County recorded 15 new coronavirus cases and nine fatalities Wednesday, according to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. 

Throughout Massachusetts, there were 16 newly recorded fatalities adding to the death toll of 7,890. Worcester County recorded two new deaths with 905 overall. 

The new cases add to the 12,143 in Worcester county since the beginning of the pandemic. Throughout Massachusetts, there were a reported 149 new probable and confirmed cases bringing the total to 107,218.

Companies with new hires and promotions include ERA Key Realty Services, bankHometown, Clinton Savings Bank, The Junior League of Worcester, AdCare Hospital in Worcester and more.

Worcester County reported 80 new coronavirus cases between Friday and Sunday as its death toll reached 900, according to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. 

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and widespread protesting against racial inequality, the YMCA of Central Massachusetts’ doors are always open to continue to work towards equality with all groups.

This week is marking a major milestone in a return toward normalcy for the Massachusetts economy as major shopping malls reopen.

A North Shore-based entity has bought eight residential buildings in Fitchburg and Leominster for just under $1.9 million.

This new way of life has rearranged the real estate and construction industries, just like practically every other part of the economy.