Archive for February 2024
Framingham biotech relocating to new life sciences building in Waltham
A Framingham-based biotech is relocating its headquarters to a new space closer to the center of Massachusetts’ biotech industry. Read More
Read MoreWentworth unveils plan for 1,400 new Boston dorm beds, academic space
Wentworth Institute of Technology said Wednesday it plans to add roughly 1,400 dorm beds and new academic buildings to its Boston campus in the next decade. Read More
Read MoreJohn Hancock rebounds from ‘uniquely slow’ Q3 sales
In the fourth-quarter 2023, John Hancock’s parent company Manulife had U.S. premium sales of $141 million. Read More
Read MoreSouth Shore staffing company fined $2.4M for payroll violations
A Plymouth company that provides concierge staffing to luxury residential properties has been fined more than $2.4 million by the state for alleged payroll violations. Read More
Read MoreAudacy deals to sell Boston radio studios, WEEI tower site get court approval
The Audacy Massachusetts headquarters building is home to all of Audacy’s Boston radio stations, including sports talk station WEEI and adult contemporary music stations Mix 104.1 and Magic 106.7. Read More
Read MoreMilton loses grant money after voters reject zoning plan
After its voters rejected a zoning plan that would put the town in compliance with the MBTA Communities Act and clear the way for more multifamily housing, Milton is now officially losing out on state funding. Read More
Read MoreSteward’s landlord gives millions in bridge funding to hospital system, looks to sell properties
Steward’s landlord, Medical Properties Trust, reported negative revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023, driven by the financial turmoil facing Steward. Read More
Read MoreA new cannabis industry group has launched in Massachusetts
Changes to medical marijuana regulations and license requirements for cannabis workers, as well raising the limit on how much customers can buy at once, are some of the changes sought by the new Massachusetts Cannabis Coalition. Read More
Read MoreFive things: Tripadvisor cuts, offshore wind research center, home sales and MLS opening day
Here are the five things you need to know in Boston business news to start your Wednesday, including Tripadvisor cuts, more Steward news, an offshore wind research center, home sales rise, and the start of a new season. Read More
Read MoreBoston cybersecurity firm acquires Australian company
Tufin Software Technologies Ltd. has acquired AKIPS, which is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Read More
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