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Friday, January 5, 2018
PawSox encouraged by $83M Rhode Island stadium proposal
The Triple A minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox on Thursday said it was encouraged about the $83-million plans coming together in Rhode Island.
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Biomanufacturing, recreational cannabis and beer will highlight a big year for manufacturing
Although biomanufacturing has been a bit slow to take hold in the region, there's only optimism for the budding industry.
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Fitchburg cutting manufacturer merges with Oregon firm
Cutting tool manufacturer Simonds International, based in Fitchburg, announced Thursday a merger with Oregon-based saw company Burton Saw.
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U.S. AG Sessions' new policy complicates legal cannabis industry
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission plans to forge ahead in developing a legal marijuana market in Massachusetts, despite uncertainty generated Thursday by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions' rescission of an Obama-era policy that directed federal law enforcement to adopt a laissez faire...
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St. Vincent CEO mans plow, wields shovel
It was all hands on deck Thursday for the staff at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester as a winter storm drops about a foot of snow on Central and Eastern Massachusetts.
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Main Street Bank names, promotes CFO, COO
Main Street Bank in Marlborough on Friday announced it promoted two long-time executives to be its executive vice president and chief operating officer.
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Wall Street split on TJX outlook
Two Wall Street analysts have come out this week with takes on TJX stock, and they're divided on their optimism for the MetroWest retailer.
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Regional Roundup
Week in review
Biostage closes on $4.2M investment
Holliston-based Biostage announced Wednesday the closing of a $4.2-million private investment primarily with a Chinese investment group and a Connecticut children's hospital co-developing a product with the company.
Telegram parent being outbid for Boston Herald
Revolution Capital's bid tops GateHouse's initial offer with a $3-million cash pledge, $2 million in severance for employees and $750,000 in accrued paid time off for employees who are offered jobs after the sale, the Herald announced Tuesday.
Holliston medical pot operation can begin growing
A Holliston medical marijuana facility has received final approval from Massachusetts health officials to begin cultivation operations.
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Worcester developer buys 'American Hustle' building for $3M
Whole Foods sets opening date for Shrewsbury store
Worcester County second busiest for home sales last month
Yatco Energy brothers buy Worcester gas station for $2.8M
Worcester in ceremonial mood on $1.3M courthouse sale
Home prices in three MetroWest communities hit $600K in November
A tight housing market continues to push prices, downtown visions will be realized
Framingham State president joins immigration alliance
Chick-fil-A opening in Worcester Oct. 26

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