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Gardner cannabis firm seeks to take over Worcester dispensary vacated after death of Holyoke worker
July 8, 2025Joint Operations, a cannabis company with a location in Gardner, is seeking to take over the retail location in the Green Island neighborhood.
July 8, 2025
Former B.T.’s location in Worcester to become sister restaurant of popular healthy eatery
July 7, 2025Nashville hot chicken is a spicy version of fried chicken often served over bread with pickles. First created in the 1930s, the style of chicken has exploded in popularity over the last decade.
July 7, 2025
Ocean State Job Lot opening new Auburn location at former Big Lots
July 2, 2025Ocean State plans to hire up to 70 positions for its new location.
July 2, 2025
Webster Five’s new Auburn branch features work from disabled artists
June 30, 2025The new branch saw Webster Five partner with Artlifting, an organization that connects disabled artists with professional opportunities.
June 30, 2025-
Sponsored ArticleCustomized Corporate Partnerships at The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory: Strategic Visibility, Exclusive Access, and Community Impact
May 12, 2025As Worcester continues to grow into a hub for innovation, arts, and culture, The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts is stepping forward with a refreshed vision for corporate engagement.
May 12, 2025 
More than just a pet: As dog attachment rises post-COVID, Central Mass. businesses are adapting to the needs of their four-legged clientele & their owners
Updated: June 30, 2025Suddenly, more and more owners are looking to companies to offer both more enriching services for their four-legged friends.
Updated: June 30, 2025-
WBJ publishes inaugural The Dog Edition
Updated: June 30, 2025The Dog Edition captures the serious business issues associated with the rising rates of pet ownership and costs of petcare, while still injecting plenty of the fun & love associated with our furry friends.
Updated: June 30, 2025
Austin Furniture’s hundredweight mascot
Updated: June 30, 2025Sherman came to Edison in a roundabout way. Several years ago, a dog breeder Edison knew selected some furniture in an exchange the two loosely considered a possible deposit for a dog one day.
Updated: June 30, 2025
Leominster liquor store owners take over two Worcester liquor stores
June 27, 2025Two Worcester liquor stores are under new ownership following two sales worth a combined $2.5 million.
June 27, 2025
M&T Bank leases former Berkshire Bank location in Marlborough
June 23, 2025Buffalo-based M&T Bank has leased a former Berkshire Bank location on Maple Street in Marlborough.
June 23, 2025
The Queen’s Cups to close after 13 years in business
June 23, 2025Diaz wrote a piece in February for WBJ where she pondered the future of her business amid several small business closures in Worcester.
June 23, 2025
Korean fried chicken restaurant opens at the old Bean Counter location in Shrewsbury
June 20, 2025The brand is recognized as one of the fastest-growing chains in the U.S. by Restaurant Business Magazine, according to its website.
June 20, 2025
Costco considering opening a Central Mass. location
June 16, 2025Costco Wholesale is considering plans to open what would be its only Central Massachusetts location as part of what would be a wider revamping of an area mall.
June 16, 2025
Bidder wants state to reconsider highway plaza vendor pick
June 16, 2025In a statement released by Global Partners, Jen Faigel, executive director of CommonWealth Kitchen, described the committee's recommendation as "a missed opportunity to invest in Massachusetts—and ourselves."
June 16, 2025
Former Wegman’s site at Natick Mall to be taken over by Asian grocer
June 16, 2025An Asian grocery store will open later this year in a Natick Mall location formerly occupied by a short-lived Wegmans location.
June 16, 2025
A turn for the worse: In the annual midyear survey, WBJ readers say their outlook for the 2025 economy has soured since the start of the year
Updated: June 16, 2025More than half (51%) of WBJ readers believe the U.S. economy will decline in the second half of this year.
Updated: June 16, 2025
Movers & Shakers for June 16, 2025
Updated: June 16, 2025Employees at ERA Key Realty Services, First Financial Trust, and Seder & Chandler are making moves in their careers.
Updated: June 16, 2025
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