Processing Your Payment
Please do not leave this page until complete. This can take a few moments.
Opinion
-
VIEWPOINTEnergy challenges need comprehensive approach
January 23, 2017At a 2016 energy forum hosted by The New England Council, Gordon van Welie, CEO of ISO New England – our region's power grid operator – described New England's electric reliability this coming winter as precarious.
January 23, 2017
ViewpointHealth care needs more women leaders
January 9, 2017The limited number of females in positions of healthcare administration leadership attests to the challenges that exist for women.
January 9, 2017
ViewpointShop local this holiday season
December 5, 2016With 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.
December 5, 2016
ViewpointWhen caregiving affects work
November 21, 2016Caregiving can have a real impact on employees, but that doesn't make them bad workers and your company can help them.
November 21, 2016
ViewpointDevens a model for smart planning
November 7, 2016A new site in Devens will become the largest parcel of land available for commercial use in the area; and it is highly likely to attract businesses from the life science and technology sectors.
November 7, 2016
VIEWPOINTWomen must continue to mentor, take risks
October 24, 2016Worcester has secured its place in history as part of the women's rights movement but the community must continue to push forward.
October 24, 2016
OpinionThe power of women
October 24, 2016In his intro to the 2016 Outstanding Women in Business edition, Editor Brad Kane reflects on the undervalued impact women have had on the lives of his disabled children.
October 24, 2016
ViewpointMetroWest must nurture its workforce
October 10, 2016Our 495/MetroWest regional employer survey this year illustrates several important truths of our regional economy – most importantly, that our employers remain confident, with 70 percent affirming that they expect our economy to improve.
October 10, 2016
ViewpointTaking care of our caregivers
September 26, 2016Supporting aging parents, caring for a spouse or significant other, or celebrating the arrival of a new child are milestone moments that often require large amounts of time and energy – two things that working professionals need but don't always
September 26, 2016
ViewpointUrban revitalization needs community cooperation
September 12, 2016The Worcester of 30 years ago is a far cry from the Worcester of today and it is our responsibility as good community stewards to build upon the city's successes.
September 12, 2016
ViewpointCongress must promote Central Mass. exports
August 29, 2016Exports are an integral part of our economy, and businesses should be able to rely on the Ex-Im Bank when regular financial backing is unavailable.
August 29, 2016
ViewpointPay Equity Act friendly to plaintiffs
August 15, 2016A look at the new pay equity act by a local lawyer.
August 15, 2016
ViewpointTax-free weekend is an essential economic driver
August 1, 2016The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce argues for continuing the tax-free weekend in the future.
August 1, 2016- Letter to the Editor
Legalize fireworks in Massachusetts
July 18, 2016Once again, I write to suggest the time has come for Massachusetts to join the rest of the country and legalize the use of consumer fireworks for its citizens.
July 18, 2016 
ViewpointDealing with OT's new rules
June 20, 2016Beginning on December 1, millions of American workers will be eligible for overtime, local lawyer Timothy Murphy
June 20, 2016
ViewpointMassachusetts needs workforce housing
June 6, 2016For Massachusetts to continue its economic gains, we need to build more housing.
June 6, 2016
