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Economic Development
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Marlborough touts gains as MetroWest employment centers beat state jobs figures
October 8, 2015What a difference three years can make. Marlborough's recent corporate arrivals appear to have done their part at curbing the city's unemployment rate since the summer of 2012, according to the Marlborough Economic Development Committee (MEDC)
October 8, 2015
Acton toy manufacturer plans $8 million Marlborough expansion
October 1, 2015An Acton startup that manufactures professional sports player figurines wants to move to Marlborough, according to documents submitted to the City Council by Mayor Arthur Vigeant on Thursday.
October 1, 2015
MassEcon hears pitches from a mix of MetroWest businesses
September 17, 2015How do you measure the economic impact of a business? Judges of MassEcon's Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards will make that determination after hearing pitches from 21 finalist companies from across the state Wednesday night, a final phase
September 17, 2015
Pierce promoted to regional planning commission chief
September 3, 2015The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) has promoted Janet A. Pierce to the role of executive director, the organization announced Wednesday. She is the organization's fourth director since it was formed in 1963.
September 3, 2015MetroWest chamber hires new CEO
September 2, 2015The MetroWest Chamber of Commerce in Framingham has hired Paul Joseph, chairman of the Natick Economic Development Committee, as its next president and CEO.
September 2, 2015Economic council to support state’s seaports
August 11, 2015Citing the environmental and economic importance of the state's coastline, Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday morning signed an executive order reconstituting the state council devoted to supporting the state's seaports.
August 11, 201525 chosen for leadership development program
July 17, 2015The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Worcester Community Foundation this week announced the selection of 25 professionals for its Leadership Worcester 2016 program.
July 17, 2015
MetroWest chamber begins search for Biocchi's successor
July 2, 2015The search is on to find a successor to Bonnie Biocchi, who has led the MetroWest Chamber of Commerce for five years.
July 2, 2015
Out of Boston's shadow? Worcester charting own economic course
June 22, 2015When it comes to the kind of big, splashy headlines that Worcester's leaders like to cut out and frame, the last few months have been a bit of a bust for Worcester. But those who are authoring the city's next chapter believe Worcester is on the
June 22, 2015Leominster lures Vt. yogurt maker
June 19, 2015A Vermont-based manufacturer of yogurt is relocating to Leominster and plans to add about 12 jobs over the next two years, according to MassDevelopment, the state's finance and development agency.
June 19, 2015
New bylaw could lead to greater business park density in Framingham
May 14, 2015Framingham Town Meeting voters this week approved a new zoning bylaw that officials say will allow businesses in three of the town's technology parks to add space by building upward, while also protecting open space from residential development.
May 14, 2015
Marlborough focuses on smaller players with proposed loan fund
May 7, 2015Corporate giants such as GE Healthcare Life Sciences and Boston Scientific have lifted Marlborough's profile as a prime destination for businesses by making the city their home in the last couple of years. But local economic development leaders don'
May 7, 2015
In Hopkinton, it's on your mark, get set, grow!
April 13, 2015As residential development booms in Hopkinton, a more business-friendly attitude among town officials is aiming to broaden the business base to help balance population growth.
April 13, 2015
City agrees to sell former courthouse for $1.2M for housing, retail
March 19, 2015The city of Worcester has agreed to sell the former Worcester County Courthouse to a New Hampshire developer that specializes in historic properties for $1.2 million, according to a statement from City Manager Edward Augustus' office.
March 19, 2015
Ready for a little 'madness'? Bracketing Worcester's priorities
March 16, 2015Worcester's current median residential tax bill is $3,454, while the median commercial tax bill is $8,716. For that price, the city's taxpayers are purchasing an impressive array of services, including:
March 16, 2015Funds released for Route 20 sewer project
March 12, 2015The state has released $300,000 in funds toward a Route 20 sewer project in Worcester that will help spur development, officials announced earlier this week.
March 12, 2015
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