May 25, 2009 Issue of the WBJ
Watch as WBJ Editor Christina Davis talks about what you'll find in the May 25 issue of the Worcester Business Journal.
Issue Highlights
On Page One
PLUGGED IN – The laid-off are finding solace and energy in local networking events.
IN THE AIR – Cloud computing is an easy way to store data, but it’s a headache for lawyers.
GROUNDED – A Whitinsville housing development has gone green with geothermal.
VITALS – Fitchburg State has started a new research group to focus on North County stats.
News & Analysis
NEW ENERGY – The beleaguered utility Unitil has made a new hire to manage its emergency planning. But is it too little too late?
TOOLING AROUND – Athol-based L.S. Starrett marks one of its largest quarterly losses in the last 30 years.
Special Focus: Banking & Finance
BANKING LANDSCAPE – Worcester-based banks are a dying breed. How many more bank mergers can the region expect to see?
CASHED IN – Check cashers continue to compete with banks for business.
VENTURED – VC investment in Central Mass. during the first quarter benefited only six companies.
CAPITAL CONCERN – A Fitchburg housing development for college kids is on hold due to lack of financing.
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June 8 Issue: Special focus is the Central Mass. Family Business Awards. The List: Chambers of Commerce.
June 22 Issue: Special focus is the Central Mass. 100, the largest private employers in the region.
July 6 Issue: Special focus is Insurance. The List: Insurance Agencies.
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