Archive for April 2022
MBTA will continue requiring face masks, for now
The MBTA says riders should still wear masks as it reviews the federal ruling striking down the public transit mandate. Read More
Read MoreBest Places to Work honorees announced — Small category
This year marks the 20th annual Best Places to Work awards for the Boston Business Journal. It’s Boston’s first and longest-running awards program recognizing great workplaces. Here is the list of this year’s winners in the small company category. Read More
Read MoreScience born out of Genzyme underpins new cystic-fibrosis startup
Sionna Therapeutics, a cystic fibrosis–focused company advancing science that dates back to storied biotech Genzyme, has launched and revealed $150 million in funding. Read More
Read MoreWu names federal official with Boston ties as city’s planning chief
The appointment likely kicks off major changes that the mayor has planned for planning and development in Boston. The announcement comes days after BPDA director Brian Golden said he would step down. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, plus a new busing battle for Boston?
Good morning, Boston. It’s Good News Tuesday. Here are the five most important things you need to know to start your workday. Read More
Read MoreMassHealth to provide behavioral-health funds to hospitals
Patients seeking mental health treatment have gotten stuck in hospital emergency departments because there weren’t enough beds to treat them. Read More
Read MoreLabor Secretary Walsh, NSC press for bill bolstering semiconductor industry
New England’s research institutions and industries could see an influx of grants and support as Congress eyes ways to bolster a tight semiconductor chip market, create jobs and strengthen national security. Read More
Read MoreBlood-disorder startup cuts staff to just 6 people
Blood disorder-focused biotech Imara Inc. has just six employees remaining after a gutting round of layoffs Read More
Read MoreGood News Tuesday: Businesses partnering with local schools make for a thriving economy
When local businesses, economic development entities and government work together, they can have an immediate and long-term impact on educating our future workforce. Read More
Read MoreFirst look: Check out Sanofi’s new Cambridge Crossing campus
Life sciences giant Sanofi has moved into one of its towers at Cambridge Crossing, where Boston, Somerville and Cambridge meet, a stone’s throw from I-93 and tracks heading into North Station. The move is more than just an address change for Sanofi. Executives see it as the start of a consolidation of the sprawling company’s…
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