In a bold move set to reshape the pharmaceutical landscape, AstraZeneca has announced a substantial $3.5 billion investment aimed at expanding its research and manufacturing footprint across the United States by the end of 2026. This strategic initiative underscores the company’s commitment to enhancing its presence in its largest market, which currently accounts for 44% […]
A deadly mosquito-borne virus has reemerged in Massachusetts, causing widespread concern as towns across the state implement strict measures to protect residents. The Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, known for its high mortality rate, has been detected in several areas, leading to the first confirmed human case in the state since 2020. This development has […]
Avangrid, Inc., a leader in sustainable energy and part of the Iberdrola Group, along with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) through its affiliate Vineyard Offshore, have announced a significant milestone for the Vineyard Wind 1 project. This project marks the first large-scale offshore wind initiative in the United States, now delivering clean energy to 30,000 homes […]
In a significant move within the banking sector, Hometown Financial Group, Inc., the esteemed holding company for bankESB, bankHometown, and Abington Bank, has entered into a strategic agreement with North Shore Bancorp, the parent company of North Shore Bank. This merger is poised to significantly enhance the banking landscape in Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, […]
In a significant move within the technology and digital marketing sectors, Siris Capital Group, along with its affiliates, has finalized the sale of its 50% ownership stake in Constant Contact. This transaction has allowed Clearlake Capital Group and other investors to increase their stakes, marking a pivotal moment for both Siris and Constant Contact. The […]
MD Esthetics, a premier medical spa brand known for its high-quality treatments and customer service, is proud to announce its latest strategic move: the acquisition of Opulent Aesthetics & Wellness, a well-established medical spa located in the Leominster, Massachusetts area. This acquisition marks a significant step in MD Esthetics’ expansion, incorporating Opulent Aesthetics & Wellness […]
In a sensational twist, a wealthy Indian-origin family, including a couple and their teenage daughter, were found dead in their $5 million mansion in Dover, Massachusetts. The shocking discovery, made around 7:30 p.m. Thursday, is being treated as an apparent case of domestic violence. The deceased, identified as Rakesh Kamal, 57, his wife Teena, 54, […]
A massive storm system, which initially struck South Carolina with record-breaking flooding, has now escalated to a full-blown crisis on the East Coast. More than 300,000 customers in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Maine are facing power outages as the storm continues its destructive path northward. Widespread Disruption and Danger Residents along the […]
Astrea Bioseparations (“Astrea Bio”), a leading provider of bioseparation and purification technologies, announced the significant expansion of its manufacturing and warehousing capabilities in the United States. The move comes in response to surging demand for the company’s chromatography solutions in North American markets. The newly constructed 12,000 sq. ft. facility in Canton, Massachusetts, is set […]
National Grid submitted its $2 billion Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP), dubbed the Future Grid Plan, to the Grid Modernization Advisory Council (GMAC). This landmark plan outlines the critical investments needed over the next five years and beyond to meet Massachusetts’ pioneering climate change, clean energy, and equity goals, as set out in the 2050 […]