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With the economy turned on its head, at least one industry appears to be faring the uncertainty relatively well, all things considered: construction.

New housing starts reached their post-recession peak in 2019, and the Central Mass. need for more may shield the industry from the next recession

As businesses around Central Massachusetts reopen after being shut down for more than two months, their staffs and their customers are adjusting to new regulations and policies, as the companies try to maximize their revenue while limiting the risk of further spread of coronavirus, all while hoping customers remain calm about the restrictions.

The number of MetroWest single-family home sales in April dropped 24.8% compared to the same month in 2019 even as home prices continue to climb, according to a report from Peabody real estate data firm The Warren Group.

In an interview on the WBJ Podcast this week, John Roche, president and CEO of the Hanover Insurance Group in Worcester, said the publicly traded company is well positioned to weather the coming economic recession, as it has diversified and strengthened its revenue streams over the years.

Here’s the list of all 181 professionals who have been named to a Power list & the years they were listed.

It’s not about having power. It’s about using it.

During an interview on the WBJ Podcast, Stephanie Ramey, the new president of the Worcester Railers Hockey Club said the team is planning on starting its next season on Oct. 24 as planned.

Two things are becoming abundantly clear: 1) The coronavirus pandemic is still growing; and 2) People are becoming more impatient with a closed down economy.

Since the coronavirus pandemic began spreading in the United States, estate planning attorney Linda Cammuso has seen a noticeable increase in clients seeking out her services for themselves and their businesses.