Archive for August 2025
MassDOT defends service plaza contract as Global Partners demands investigation
In June, a MassDOT board chose Applegreen over Massachusetts-based Global Partners for a service plaza renovation contract. The local company is still protesting the decision. Read More
Read MoreAvidia Bank stock soars nearly 50% in first day of trading on the NYSE
Avidia Bank’s holding company debuted Friday on the New York Stock Exchange. Read More
Read MoreBack Bay growth equity firm closes its largest fund at $1.7B
To deploy the fund, which closed in three months, the firm plans to keep investing in technology and healthcare businesses. Read More
Read MoreMartha’s Vineyard couple’s Tennessee distillery embroiled in financial turmoil
A Martha’s Vineyard power couple’s Tennessee-based spirits empire is on shaky ground as a major lender alleges misuse of funds and defaulted loans. Read More
Read MoreMeet the human in charge of Massachusetts’ AI future
Sabrina Mansur in May became the inaugural director of the Massachusetts AI Hub, leading the state’s effort become the top state for AI in the nation. Read More
Read MoreCape Cod municipality seeks to convert former town hall — with liquor license — to restaurant
The town of Sandwich is soliciting bids for anyone looking to buy the 3,000-square-foot building that served as its town hall annex. Read More
Read MoreNew merger of Mass. banks to create entity with $2.4B in assets
Fresh off another merger with PeoplesBank announced last year, the Worcester County institution is embarking on another. Read More
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