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  • Higher marijuana tax possible

    State House News Service October 25, 2016

    It's rare that the Democratic leaders of the House and Senate and Gov. Charlie Baker can agree on tax policy - particularly if the question is about raising taxes.

    State House News Service October 25, 2016
  • Mass. retailers say lack of sales tax holiday hurt

    State House News Service October 19, 2016

    The state's decision not to hold a weekend-long sales tax holiday in August led to "dramatic drops in local sales and hours worked," according to a Retailers Association of Massachusetts survey.

    State House News Service October 19, 2016
  • Worcester bottler producing organic drink

    Sam Bonacci October 18, 2016

    A uniquely New England product -- an organic spritzer sweetened with maple syrup -- is now being produced in Worcester.

    Sam Bonacci October 18, 2016
  • RI office space designer setting up Worcester showroom

    Brad Kane October 17, 2016

    The Rhode Island office design and furniture firm Sheehans will open a new 5,000-square-foot showroom in downtown Worcester by January.

    Brad Kane October 17, 2016
  • The future of power

    Laura Finaldi October 10, 2016

    At the latest energy forum, experts discuss Massachusetts legislative impacts.

    Laura Finaldi October 10, 2016
  • Staples seeks to broaden its appeal to small businesses

    October 10, 2016

    Framingham office supply retailer Staples has locked down a deal with Boston coworking space firm Workbar to put the flexible office spaces inside of Staples stores.

    October 10, 2016
  • Staples continues diversification effort; expands mobile phone repair

    Sam Bonacci October 6, 2016

    In a bid to continue to grow its service-based offerings and diversify out from office supply sales, Framingham-based Staples has announced expanded mobile phone repair services.

    Sam Bonacci October 6, 2016
  • Treasurer poised to push online lottery bill

    State House News Service October 5, 2016

    Treasurer Deborah Goldberg next session will file and champion legislation to allow the Lottery to offer its products online and on smartphone apps.

    State House News Service October 5, 2016
  • Grossman Development Group to redevelop Providence building

    Sam Bonacci September 29, 2016

    Southborough's Grossman Development Group has announced plans to redevelop the former City Sports store at 271 Thayer St. in Providence.

    Sam Bonacci September 29, 2016
  • Staples hires from within for new CEO

    Sam Bonacci September 26, 2016

    Amid ongoing restructuring and redirection for the Framingham office supply store, Staples' board has named interim CEO Shira Goodman to the positions of president and CEO effective immediately.

    Sam Bonacci September 26, 2016
  • Pot compliance

    Michelle Drolet September 26, 2016

    10) Nothing hazy about the laws

    Michelle Drolet September 26, 2016
  • Route 9 comic-deli-liquor complex sells for $925K

    Sam Bonacci September 20, 2016

    A 1.5-story retail and office building in Southborough has sold for $925,000 to investors who intend to add modern amenities.

    Sam Bonacci September 20, 2016
  • Worcester granted eminent domain powers for $96M revitalization

    Sam Bonacci September 15, 2016

    An urban revitalization plan covering 118 acres in downtown Worcester has been approved by the state, opening up the city to leverage the power of eminent domain on 24 properties singled out in the plan.

    Sam Bonacci September 15, 2016
  • Barbara’s bringing back pumpkin flavor this fall

    Laura Finaldi September 13, 2016

    Marlborough snack maker Barbara's, the maker of Puffins Cereal, announced last week it will bring pumpkin-flavored Puffins back to stores this fall.

    Laura Finaldi September 13, 2016
  • Worcester developer, restauranteur forge unlikely pact

    Sam Bonacci September 12, 2016

    The company behind the 6.2-acre The Grid District development has partnered with a restaurant group for its six eateries in a novel partnership that could be a boon to both organization.

    Sam Bonacci September 12, 2016
  • TJX offers $1B in notes for corporate expenses

    Sam Bonacci September 8, 2016

    Framingham's TJX has announced a public offering of $1 billion in notes that it will use for corporate expenses, working capital and to offset previous notes.

    Sam Bonacci September 8, 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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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.