Posts by ericg
In Needham, ‘it’s neighbor versus neighbor’ ahead of MBTA Act zoning vote
The town will vote on a referendum on Jan. 14 whether to accept a zoning plan that would make it easier to build 3,300 homes in town. Many business owners are advocating in favor of the plan. Read More
Read MoreBoston to allow more towers downtown, with a catch
A new zoning plan would allow high-rises all along the Common side of Washington Street in Downtown Crossing. A previous version of the plan had allowed only one high-rise there, and even that was enough to attract vocal opposition. Read More
Read MoreLeader of South Shore construction company dies
Chris Pennie, a co-president of construction firm Lee Kennedy Co., has died after a battle with cancer, just weeks after he was promoted by the Quincy company. Read More
Read MoreEverett-based Eagle Bank may expand northward — to Maine
If approved by regulators, the new branch would be Eagle Bank’s first location outside Massachusetts. Read More
Read MoreSecurity unicorn reportedly lays off ‘dozens’
The last time Aqua Security in Burlington cut its workforce was in the summer of last year. Read More
Read MoreProvidence nonprofit names new CEO with Mass. ties
Peter Chapman brings 20 years of experience to his new role as CEO of One Neighborhood Builders. Read More
Read MoreLargest Employee-Benefits Firms in Massachusetts
Information for this list was obtained from firm representatives. Staff counts are as of 12/1/2024. Read More
Read MoreBoston office market starts 2025 with record-high vacancy rate
The Boston area is beginning the new year with office vacancy rates at an all-time high of 17%, one of several data points showing how the market continues to struggle post-pandemic. Read More
Read MoreVC funding update: Boston startups and tech firms raised $394M in December
The holiday season is behind us. The wrapping paper has been stored until next year. But there’s one gift that keeps on giving: the BostInno monthly roundups. Read More
Read MoreDOJ expands pricing-scheme antitrust lawsuit to include six landlords
Six of the nation’s largest landlords are accused by the U.S. Department of Justice of participating in an algorithmic pricing scheme that harmed renters. Read More
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