Posts by ericg
Construction on 1,370-student dorm begins in Boston
Construction on a new 23-story tower to house Northeastern University students is underway. Read More
Read MoreCommonwealth Fusion Systems gets $863M to commercialize fusion energy
The Massachusetts-based MIT spinoff raised $1.8 billion in 2021. Read More
Read MoreWhy AI impact on job market could be ‘modest’ and temporary
Goldman Sachs economists say the impact of artificial intelligence on the labor market is expected to be more nuanced than many think. Read More
Read MoreClaire’s is in bankruptcy. These stores are closing.
The jewelry and ear-piercing chain Claire’s is closing six of its 17 Massachusetts locations after filing for bankruptcy this month. Read More
Read MoreBoston racial equity fund gets new leader at fraught time
Quincy Miller, president and chief operating officer of Eastern Bank, is stepping in as the new chair of the board of directors for the New Commonwealth Fund. Read More
Read MoreU.S. hotel market cools as summer travel season ends, but some segments outperform
The U.S. hotel market this summer showed signs of cooling amid volatile tariff policy, economic uncertainty and consumer caution. Read More
Read MoreShops at Chestnut Hill begins multimillion-dollar renovation
From new landscaping to brighter interiors, changes are coming to a popular Chestnut Hill shopping destination. Read More
Read MoreMartha’s Vineyard backdrop for series on Black entrepreneurs, VC funding
Martha’s Vineyard, known for its affluent summer visitors, serves as the backdrop for a docuseries showcasing Black founders’ struggles and triumphs in securing venture capital. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know, and what ‘quiet cracking’ means for you
Good morning, Boston, and Happy National Peach Day (I just ate one for breakfast!). Here are the five things you need to know in local business news to start your Wednesday, not including Taylor Swift’s engagement. Read More
Read MoreComeback for VC deals? 3 Mass. startups raise early-stage funds
Three Series A rounds for local startups became public Tuesday, signaling a potential comeback in VC investments in Massachusetts. Read More
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