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  • Walmart to close Sam's Club in Worcester, after announcing raises, bonuses

    Zachary Comeau January 12, 2018

    In the same day Walmart announced it would be raising its starting wage to $11 and offering an employee bonus due to a new federal tax code, the company announced that it would close 63 Sam's Club stores.

    Zachary Comeau January 12, 2018
  • Georgia man sentenced for $900K Staples fraud

    Zachary Comeau January 11, 2018

    A Georgia man has been sentenced to nearly two years in prison and must pay nearly $900,000 for defrauding Framingham office supply retailer Staples.

    Zachary Comeau January 11, 2018
  • Print preview: Creating a hardware empire in a post-Amazon world

    Emily Micucci January 11, 2018

    In a 300-word preview of story set to be published Jan. 22, WBJ Staff Writer Emily Micucci dives into William Aubuchon, IV's passion to build a sustainable hardware chain.

    Emily Micucci January 11, 2018
  • Milford loss-prevention company to be acquired by Las Vegas hospitality security firm

    January 10, 2018

    Milford-based loss prevention firm LP Innovations is set to be acquired by a Las Vegas video surveillance firm.

    January 10, 2018
  • Spencer Technologies acquires Yankee Candle N.H. vendor

    January 9, 2018

    Northborough retail technology developer Spencer Technologies announced Tuesday it has finalized its acquisition of a New Hampshire firm.

    January 9, 2018
  • Staples plaza in Shrewsbury sells for nearly $12M

    January 9, 2018

    The Route 9 shopping plaza in Shrewsbury hosting a Staples, Bed Bath & Beyond, Bob's Stores, Pier 1 Imports and Work 'N Gear has sold for just under $12 million.

    January 9, 2018
  • Mass. marijuana activists want clarity on federal enforcement

    State House News Service January 8, 2018

    Marijuana activists want to know how the top federal prosecutor in Massachusetts will approach enforcement of the federal marijuana prohibition in light of the Trump administration's recent policy shift.

    State House News Service January 8, 2018
  • NAI Glickman Kovago & Jacobs on the edge of the new Worcester

    Emily Micucci January 8, 2018

    At long last, Worcester is the site of true urban revitalization, and on the edge of anticipated projects is a homegrown commercial real estate firm spreading its own wings.

    Emily Micucci January 8, 2018
  • Main Street Bank names, promotes CFO, COO

    January 5, 2018

    Main Street Bank in Marlborough on Friday announced it promoted two long-time executives to be its executive vice president and chief operating officer.

    January 5, 2018
  • U.S. AG Sessions' new policy complicates legal cannabis industry

    State House News Service January 5, 2018

    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

    State House News Service January 5, 2018
  • Wall Street split on TJX outlook

    Grant Welker January 4, 2018

    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.

    Grant Welker January 4, 2018
  • Holliston medical pot operation can begin growing

    Zachary Comeau January 3, 2018

    A Holliston medical marijuana facility has received final approval from Massachusetts health officials to begin cultivation operations.

    Zachary Comeau January 3, 2018
  • Whole Foods sets opening date for Shrewsbury store

    Zachary Comeau December 29, 2017

    Whole Foods will open its Shrewsbury location on Jan. 30, which will mark the natural and organic foods retailer's first Worcester-area location.

    Zachary Comeau December 29, 2017
  • Worcester developer buys 'American Hustle' building for $3M

    Zachary Comeau December 29, 2017

    The vacant Central Building on Main Street in Worcester -- the scene of part of the film “American Hustle” -- has been sold to a developer for $3 million, setting the stage for a $26-million project.

    Zachary Comeau December 29, 2017
  • Worcester in ceremonial mood on $1.3M courthouse sale

    Grant Welker December 28, 2017

    Worcester has found a buyer for the former Worcester County Courthouse — and sees enough significance in the step the city is holding a ceremonial deed signing event.

    Grant Welker December 28, 2017
  • TJX recommends rejection of mini-tender

    Grant Welker December 28, 2017

    Retailer TJX is recommending that its shareholders reject an unsolicited offer below market price.

    Grant Welker December 28, 2017

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