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Massachusetts company takes over Lewiston's Colisee management
LEWISTON, Maine — A company from Massachusetts announced it is taking over management of The Colisée in Lewiston. Mill Town Sports and Entertainment is taking over the venue on Birch Street. In a press release, the company said it plans to offer...

Boston Scientific gets expanded PFA label for persistent AFib
Dive Brief: Boston Scientific said Monday it gained Food and Drug Administration approval for use of its Farapulse pulsed field ablation system in people with persistent atrial fibrillation, broadening the pool of patients eligible for the...

The awards programme showcased industry leaders reshaping the future of insurance in Asia Pacific.
The awards programme showcased industry leaders reshaping the future of insurance in Asia Pacific. Marking a decade of industry excellence, the 10th Insurance Asia Awards took centre stage as it celebrated the region’s finest insurers, recognising...

Boston Consulting Group promotes six leaders to next level in Australia
Global strategy consulting firm Boston Consulting Group has promoted a number of its professionals to the next level in Australia, including six new senior partners and managing directors & partners. Samuel Farley, Matthew Abel, and Abhay Varma...

Construction on Long Bridge rail project begins later this month over the Potomac
Construction on a new four-track bridge, meant to expand rail traffic between Arlington and D.C., is expected to get underway later this month. The $1 billion undertaking by the development firm Skanska and infrastructure company FlatironDragados...

‘Boston Blue’: Donnie Wahlberg Begins ‘New Chapter’ From First Table Read of ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff
Production is almost set to begin on Boston Blue. Star Donnie Wahlberg revealed that the “new chapter” is beginning soon on his Instagram on July 7, sharing a photo from the Boston Blue series premiere table read on his story. In Boston Blue, a...

Boston Harbor City Cruises secures new ferry operations contract
July 8, 2025 Boston Harbor City Cruises announced it has been selected by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to continue operating the region’s ferry services. Boston Harbor City Cruises, a subsidiary of the Hornblower Group, announced...

Goendlessenergy Releases Guide On 7 Critical Mistakes To Avoid During AC Installation In Massachusetts
(MENAFN- GetNews) Installing a new air conditioner isn't just about choosing a brand, it's about doing it right. In Massachusetts, skipping load calculations, ignoring ductwork, or placing the unit in the wrong spot can lead to short-cycling, poor...

Portland digital health startup taps industry veteran as CEO
A dozen years after Brian Harris and Owen McCarthy founded MedRhythms, the Portland-based digital health startup has tapped an industry veteran as its next leader with immediate effect. Larry Jasinski, previously CEO of Lifeward Ltd. (Nasdaq:...

Skating Club of Boston honors members killed in plane crash
NORWOOD, Mass. — At the Skating Club of Boston, skaters glide across the ice, carrying with them the memory of profound loss. On Jan. 29, six of the club’s members were killed in a tragic plane crash in Washington, D.C. Lost forever were skaters...

Massachusetts dedicates $8B to transportation in FY2026 budget
Dive Brief: Massachusetts will direct $8 billion toward roads, bridges and public transportation over the next 10 years, according to the commonwealth’s fiscal year 2026 budget, which Gov. Maura Healey signed July 4. The budget authorizes $1.25...

Donnie Wahlberg Shares Exciting ‘Boston Blue’ Update
Donnie Wahlberg has an exciting update about Boston Blue. The new Blue Bloods offshoot is set to premiere this fall on CBS. Also starring Sonequa Martin-Green, Gloria Reuben, Ernie Hudson, Maggie Lawson, and Marcus Scribner, the new series will...

City Council knew about Boston swimming pool closures long before summer
Months before this summer’s record heat descended, Boston city councilors knew they had a problem on their hands. The city planned to close a number of public swimming pools — many of which sit on Boston Public School building grounds — for...

Boston Blue: Donnie Wahlberg Marks ‘A New Chapter’ for Blue Bloods’ Danny Reagan at First Table Read
Danny Reagan’s story is ready to resume. Nearly seven months after CBS‘ long-running Blue Bloods aired its series finale, franchise vet Donnie Wahlberg RSVP’d for the first table read for Boston Blue, the “universe expansion” announced back in...
Donnie Wahlberg Has Begun Filming Boston Blue
Blue Bloods may have come to a close in December 2024, but 2025 is shaping up to be yet another busy and exciting year for Donnie Wahlberg (AKA Danny Reagan). In February, he and his wife, Jenny McCarthy, debuted Very Scary Lovers, a spin-off of...

NBA Free Agency Rumors: Golden State Warriors could acquire $19.5 million Boston Celtics star to improve title odds alongside Stephen Curry
Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) celebrates a turnover by the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half of an NBA play-in tournament basketball game in San Francisco, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco Chronicle via...

Mass. officials unpack the 'big, beautiful bill' — and what is means for Massachusetts
The top Republican in the Massachusetts House is still parsing the so-called "big, beautiful bill" that became law Friday to figure out where he lands. House Minority Leader Brad Jones is nearly certain of one thing, though: He and his colleagues...

Boston Trading Co CEO Jennifer Robertson on demystifying crypto for the masses
In a digital finance landscape often fraught with complexity and scams, Boston Trading Co offers a refreshing alternative. With the tagline “Simplify the Complex,” the company was founded in 2016 to help everyday investors navigate the volatile...

'Significant Delays': 7-Day Trash Strike Sparks Frustration Across North Shore, Greater Boston
While collection has resumed in many communities, it has been uneven with bags sitting in full barrels in the hot summer sun. Posted Tue, Jul 8, 2025 at 10:47 am ET PEABODY, MA — While trash collection has resumed in most of the cities and towns...
Saltzman named Sterling Professor of Biomedical Engineering
W. Mark Saltzman, whose pioneering work in biomaterials and drug delivery have earned him a reputation as a visionary innovator in disease treatment and prevention, was recently appointed the Sterling Professor of Biomedical Engineering, effective...