Archive for July 2025
Lucrative tax credit’s days appear to be numbered
The sweeping budget and tax overhaul making its way through Congress could be the death knell for a popular tax credit — and thousands of businesses could potentially miss out on payments. Read More
Read MoreSmall-business group slams budget’s inclusion of ‘another payroll mandate’
The National Federation of Independent Business doubled down on its frustration with a new retirement-program mandate the Legislature included in the state budget it passed this week. Read More
Read MoreOn a roll: The plastic lobster crate that transformed the industry turns 25
The plastic crate, introduced in 2000, made the lobster industry safer and more efficient. Read More
Read MoreLiquor licenses approved in these underrepresented Boston neighborhoods
The Boston Licensing Board has approved 21 new liquor licenses for restaurants in underrepresented neighborhoods of the city including Dorchester and Roxbury. Read More
Read MoreHousing work begins at former Allston CVS
Work is underway on a 206-unit residential development on Commonwealth Avenue in Allston that’ll replace a former CVS store. Read More
Read MoreOver 8,200 tech jobs were lost in Mass. in 2024
A CompTIA report released Tuesday says that the Bay State is expected to recover 1% of tech positions this year. Read More
Read MoreThe Playbook: Why employers are pulling back on a crucial benefit
In this edition of The Playbook, we take a look at a new Gen Z problem in the office, why small-business owners are split on the state of the economy and more. Read More
Read MoreHebrew SeniorLife opens affordable housing in Brookline
The Boston-based healthcare and senior living provider has opened a new 54-unit apartment complex. Read More
Read MoreM&A ramped up in June, with blueBird, Sage and Snyk tie-ups
June saw a noticeable increase in mergers and acquisitions, especially compared to the slow period in May. Read More
Read MoreWomen-owned O’Brien Wealth Partners sells to investment giant
The Waltham firm was founded 39 years ago and had been primarily women-owned for nearly a decade. Read More
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