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  • Baker wants to develop, sell empty state lots

    State House News Service December 23, 2016

    In early 2017, the Baker administration will seek proposals to develop 250 acres in Monson for industrial, agricultural, commercial or residential use.

    State House News Service December 23, 2016
  • Southbridge Credit Union names interim CEO

    December 21, 2016

    Southbridge Credit Union announced Tuesday evening it had promoted its chief sales and retail officer to CEO on a temporary basis, filling a position left vacant by a departing CEO.

    December 21, 2016
  • Baker leaving pot tax debate to Legislature for now

    State House News Service December 20, 2016

    Gov. Charlie Baker couldn't quite bring himself on Monday to say he would support a higher tax rate on retail marijuana sales, but he didn't rule it out either.

    State House News Service December 20, 2016
  • Staples hires CTO

    Emily Micucci December 20, 2016

    Framingham-based office supply company Staples Inc. has hired Faisal Masud as chief technology officer, a new role.

    Emily Micucci December 20, 2016
  • Marijuana advocates hand out free pot in front of State House

    State House News Service December 16, 2016

    A decade ago a Massachusetts State Police cruiser, lights on, pulling up onto the sidewalk at a cannabis celebration might have been cause for alarm among attendees.

    State House News Service December 16, 2016
  • Gardner Ale House begins beer distribution

    Sam Bonacci December 13, 2016

    The brewery at the Gardner Ale House has announced that it will distribute its beer under the name Moon Hill Brewing Co.

    Sam Bonacci December 13, 2016
  • Legal marijuana on track for Dec. 15

    State House News Service December 12, 2016

    While uncertainty remains around federal enforcement, Massachusetts is set to forge ahead on its own legalization of marijuana.

    State House News Service December 12, 2016
  • Senate okays farmers' market alcohol sales

    State House News Service December 9, 2016

    Farmer brewers and farmer distillers would be permitted to sell their alcoholic beverage products at farmers' markets under legislation that cleared the Senate Thursday.

    State House News Service December 9, 2016
  • Staples unloads European business for a loss

    Sam Bonacci December 7, 2016

    One of the major puzzle pieces of Staples focusing on its North American retail effort was put in place today, with the company selling off its European business at a loss of approximately $117 million.

    Sam Bonacci December 7, 2016
  • Middle market mergers to be strong in 2017

    December 7, 2016

    A new report from Citizens Bank is predicting a strong year for mergers of middle market companies throughout the United States and in Massachusetts.

    December 7, 2016
  • Marijuana law delays eyed by legislative leaders

    State House News Service December 6, 2016

    House and Senate leaders will make a decision in the coming weeks whether to push for a delay this month.

    State House News Service December 6, 2016
  • Shop local this holiday season

    Anthony J. Mercadante December 5, 2016

    With our busy schedules and holiday parties, it's easy to consider turning to the internet to get your shopping done but shopping local is vital.

    Anthony J. Mercadante December 5, 2016
  • Sandy L. Dunn: Standard Bearer

    Sam Bonacci December 5, 2016

    The DCU Center plays a larger than life role in the health of downtown Worcester and Sandy Dunn is in charge of directing its influence.

    Sam Bonacci December 5, 2016
  • Staples Plan B: Redefining a brand

    Sam Bonacci December 5, 2016

    After its failed $6.3B merger with Office Depot, Staples pushes forward with cuts, focus on small businesses.

    Sam Bonacci December 5, 2016
  • Worcester-based virtual craft market launches

    Sam Bonacci December 2, 2016

    A new shop local site LocalPorch has launched in Worcester with the aim of connecting consumers with makers.

    Sam Bonacci December 2, 2016
  • Small Business Saturday in Worcester with Jessica Walsh

    Sam Bonacci November 23, 2016

    Small Business Saturday kicks off this Saturday for retailers across Central Massachusetts and we talk with local store owner Jessica Walsh about it's importance.

    Sam Bonacci November 23, 2016

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As housing prices spike, do you raise your employees' compensation to ensure they can afford to live in Central Mass.?
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Poll Description

In June, the median single-family home price in Worcester County rose by 2.6% to $513,000 while the median home price in Middlesex County climbed by 2.2% to a $905,000. Despite the price increases, the counties saw 10.8% and a 6.2% increases in transactions over the year from June 2024. 

Despite the increase in sales, Massachusetts is experiencing an unhealthy house-price-to-income ratio, with the typical home in Massachusetts costing six times the average annual household income, according to The Boston Globe.