Sterling

Manufacturing

Biomedical Polymers could double production in Sterling

Biomedical Polymers and its division BMP Medical has officially opened its 80,000-square-foot facility in Sterling after moving from Gardner.

Government & Politics

Sterling won’t support recreational marijuana grower Acreage

Acreage Holdings is hoping to eventually win town approval to grow and produce recreational cannabis products at its Sterling facility, but it may be an uphill battle.

Energy

Sterling electrical contractor bought by employees

Sterling-based electrical contractor D.M.H. Electrical Contractors has completed an employee stock ownership plan and is now 100-percent owned by the ESOP.

Economy

Worcester marijuana dispensary The Botanist eyes medical sales next month, recreational in early 2019

One of the largest cannabis players in the country will soon open the doors to three medical dispensaries in Worcester County.

Government & Politics

Prime Wellness set to become Worcester’s second marijuana dispensary

Worcester's second medical marijuana dispensary could open in a new 4,500-square-foot building on Pullman Street next month.

Banking & Finance

Movers & Shakers

Catch up on which Central Mass. professionals are on the move.

Agriculture

Lettuce Be Local to begin selling to consumers

Local food from Sterling produce distributor Lettuce Be Local can now go straight to consumers.

Agriculture

Movers & Shakers

Eight Central Mass. businesspeople were on the move this issue.

Government & Politics

Central Mass. care centers staff at above-average levels

Health care is expensive in Massachusetts, but when it comes to health and rehabilitation centers, staffing levels here are generally above national averages, statistics show.

Hospitality