Massachusetts economy

Massachusetts Faces Uncertain Future Amid Federal Funding Cuts

News Summary Massachusetts is bracing for significant challenges due to proposed federal funding cuts, which threaten higher education, research, and…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Crowned Most Expensive State for Middle-Class Living

News Summary In 2023, Massachusetts has officially become the most expensive state for middle-class living, surpassing New Jersey. A middle-class…

4 weeks ago

Steel Industry Faces Tough Times in Rowley, Massachusetts

News Summary In Rowley, Massachusetts, Capone Iron Corp. navigates challenges posed by tariffs and Canadian competition in the steel industry.…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Housing Market Shows Positive Trends in February 2025

News Summary February 2025 has brought encouraging news for the Massachusetts housing market, with home sales rising by 4.2% compared…

1 month ago

Forever 21 to Close All Massachusetts Stores

News Summary Forever 21 has announced it will shut down all 11 stores in Massachusetts as part of a voluntary…

1 month ago

Boston Reflects on Five Years of Change Since COVID-19

News Summary As Massachusetts marks five years since the initial COVID-19 outbreak, the effects of the pandemic continue to reshape…

1 month ago

New Regulations in Massachusetts to Eliminate Junk Fees

News Summary Massachusetts is set to implement new regulations on September 2, 2025, mandating that businesses disclose total prices upfront,…

1 month ago

Boston’s Restaurant Scene Faces Tough Times

News Summary Boston's renowned restaurant scene is struggling to recover post-pandemic, with an 18% revenue increase falling short of inflation.…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Sees Rise in Unemployment Claims as Job Market Wavers

News Summary Massachusetts is experiencing a surge in unemployment claims, with recent reports indicating a jump to 5,403 claims for…

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