Archive for June 2022
The Playbook: One way to address labor shortages and how to embrace Gen Z
This Playbook Edition looks at how a lack of affordable child care options changed the workplace, layoffs in the tech sector and why companies should do a better job of embracing Gen Z employees. Read More
Read MoreFor the first time, Moderna could compete with Pfizer for older kids’ vaccines
A key advisory committee to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has unanimously endorsed Moderna Inc.’s Covid-19 vaccines for children 6- to 17-years-old. Read More
Read MoreUber ballot question opponents hail SJC ruling, prepare for next battle
Uber and Lyft will do everything they can to keep ride-hailing drivers working as independent contractors, even if the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court’s ruling to strike down the ballot question "put a wrench in their plans," according to a prominent labor attorney. Read More
Read MoreBacked by minority investment, Boston Veterinary Clinic ready to expand
LGBTQ+-owned veterinary clinic, Boston Veterinary Clinic, or BVC, is set to open new locations in Wellesley and Charlestown later this year. Read More
Read MoreBoston names first chief behavioral health officer
Dr. Kevin Simon will lead in the development and implementation of a behavioral health agenda for the city. Read More
Read MoreMass. to provide $4M grant to increase high school STEM internships
On Monday, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito announced a $4 million grant that will pay for high school STEM internships. Read More
Read MoreMassachusetts top court throws out Uber-Lyft ballot question
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court on Tuesday ruled that a question over the status of ride-share drivers will not appear on the November state ballot, redirecting the focus of the debate over gig work to the outcome of the lawsuit filed by AG Maura Healey in 2020. Read More
Read MoreA ‘hacker house’ for young biotech leaders opens in Cambridge
The co-living space, known as Dojo House, will host six future biotech entrepreneurs and scientists ages 19 to 22 this summer as they kickstart their careers. Read More
Read MoreBerkshire Bank to close branches in Albany area
The Boston-based bank filed notices of intention with New York state to close three branches. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know, and a health care dynasty
Good morning, Boston. Here are the five most important things you need to know to start your workday. Read More
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