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We're pleased to share our "City Happenings" newsletter!
We're bringing you MEDC news, business news, state and regional economic development news and more to provide you with all of the great happenings here in the City of Marlborough, MA!
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Exploring Economic Development with MEDC: Mayor J. Christian Dumais
On Episode 49 of
Exploring Economic Development with MEDC, we welcomed back Mayor J. Christian Dumais to discuss the current state of the city, some recent economic development wins, what to look forward to for the remainder of this year, and other exciting things happening in the City of Marlborough.
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MEDC Board Member Spotlight
This month's MEDC Board Member Spotlight features Molly Brodeur Nesbitt, Chief Operating Officer of Al Brodeur's Auto Body. Molly walks us through the 55-year history of her family’s business and talks about how expanding her business motivated her to work with MEDC in developing an initiative to support Marlborough's small businesses, now known as the Toolbox Program.
MEDC Board of Directors Spotlight is a series that introduces members of our Board of Directors and shares more about the people who help guide MEDC in carrying out its mission and implementing the city's economic development goals annually.
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Economic Development In Our City: Tax Increment Financing (TIFs)
This month's installment of
Economic Development In Our City features Meredith Harris, Executive Director at MEDC, as she discusses the State's Economic Development Incentive Program (EDIP), better known as the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program, which is a tool that Marlborough utilizes to help incentivize large corporations to move here, bring jobs, and make significant capital investments in our community.
Make sure to check out our entire mini-series, where we share how MEDC helps businesses and investors (and those looking to play) in Marlborough.
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MEDC Attends MassEcon Economic Impact Awards
MEDC attended the 21st MassEcon Economic Impact Awards at UMass Boston. The annual event brings together businesses, industry professionals, and communities from across Massachusetts to celebrate the Commonwealth’s economic successes over the past year.
Marlborough was proudly represented as Sartorius was named the Gold Mass Impact Award recipient for Massachusetts' Central Region and Moderna won the Summit Achievement Award.
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NESC Featured in Worcester Business Journal
The success of the NESC, which brings an estimated 1 million visitors to Marlborough each year, has created a ripple effect that benefits several aspects of the city, including restaurants and hotels. |
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Downtown Pop-Up Shops Set to Open on May 2nd
The opening of the Marlborough Downtown Pop-Up Shops is Friday, May 2nd and MEDC is excited to share another fantastic season featuring local vendors, makers, and creators. Join us in supporting these small businesses as they expand their brands in our great temporary storefronts.
We'll see you at the shops!
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Classic Pizza 1 Receives Toolbox Grant Award
MEDC is happy to announce Classic Pizza 1 as a Toolbox Grant Award recipient through the Amenities Financing Program, which provides qualified Marlborough businesses, new and expanding, with rental and equipment expense reimbursement.
Classic Pizza 1 opened its Marlborough location in 1995 and recently expanded its restaurant by adding a new dining room and bar, along with upgrades to its existing kitchen space. |
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Marlborough, MEDC Featured in Business Facilities Magazine
The City of Marlborough and MEDC were recently featured in Business Facilities Magazine, showcasing the city as a thriving life sciences hub while also highlighting MEDC's efforts in attracting and retaining leading businesses within the industry. |
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MEDC Attends Women's Professional Networking Group
Co-owner of Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company and MEDC Board Member, Melynda Gallagher, served as the guest speaker, sharing insight about the importance of supporting a community when running a small business within the city. |
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MARLBOROUGH BUSINESS NEWS |
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Quantiphi Named to 2025 Tech Elite 250 List, Receives Google Cloud Awards
Congratulations to Quantiphi, a Marlborough-based AI-first digital engineering company, for being named to the 2025 Tech Elite 250 List by CRN.
U.S. and Canadian-based businesses are recognized annually for earning certifications and specializations that showcase their expertise in the AI, cloud, infrastructure, and security sectors.
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Quantiphi was also recognized by Google Cloud in four categories of the Cloud Partners of the Year Awards. The company was named the 2025 Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence Partner of the Year for North America, Country Partner of the Year in Singapore, Industry Solutions of the Year for Gaming, and Talent Development Partner of the Year in North America. |
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The Lodge Named 2024 Kingsley Excellence Award Winner
The Lodge in Marlborough was honored at the Greystar New England Annual Pillar Awards Ceremony, receiving a 2024 Kingsley Award for the complex’s positive resident experience.
Winners are selected based on how their facilities perform on the Kingsley Survey, a program used to measure prospect and resident satisfaction.
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Lifeward Receives FDA Clearance For ReWalk 7 Exoskeleton
Marlborough-based Lifeward, a medical firm that develops technology to assist people with physical limitations and disabilities, announced that it has received 501(k) FDA clearance for the ReWalk 7.
The ReWalk 7 is a personal exoskeleton device that is worn by individuals with spinal cord injuries. The ReWalk 7 allows patients to stand and walk and will also feature new enhancements to the device.
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Marlborough Breweries Named Among Best in Massachusetts
Three cheers for Marlborough's breweries! Flying Dreams Brewing Co., Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company and Tackle Box Brewing Company were among the Top-100 best breweries in Massachusetts, according to a recent reader survey published by Boston.com.
Businesses were recognized for inviting atmospheres, dining options and of course, great-tasting beverages.
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Word On The Street Celebrates Independent Bookstore Day
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The Branches of Marlboro Honored By U.S. News & World Report
The Branches of Marlboro was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report, naming the senior living community "Best Assisted Living" of 2025. Each year, the online news publication selects honorees from across the country based on feedback from resident and family surveys.
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J&J Machine Co. Rebrands as Bristol Precision
Marlborough-based J&J Machine Co. announced that it has rebranded to Bristol Precision. The machining firm specializes in manufacturing parts through the use of numerical control machines (CNC) for the medical, aerospace, and scientific sectors. |
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Boston Scientific CFO, Executive Vice President Retires
Boston Scientific in Marlborough has announced that Dan Brennan, Executive Vice President and CFO of the medical device firm, will retire after 30 years with the company.
Jon Monson, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, will succeed Brennan at the end of June. Monson has been with Boston Scientific for over 25 years. |
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ConnectedView Announces Acquisition of Faith Teams
Marlborough-based ConnectedView, a software firm used by non-profit organizations, announced its recent acquisition of Faith Teams.
Based in Connecticut, Faith Teams is a software operator used by belief-based organizations to manage member engagement, volunteer scheduling and donations. |
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STATE AND REGIONAL UPDATES |
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Massachusetts Announces Redesign of Economic Development Incentive Program
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced plans to reform the Massachusetts Economic Development Incentive Program (EDIP). This initiative provides tax credits to businesses that commit to state investment as well as creating and maintaining jobs in Massachusetts.
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Economic Development Secretary Hao Steps Down From Role With Massachusetts
Secretary Yvonne Hao of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development has stepped down from her role with the Commonwealth. Serving in the position since January 2023, Secretary Hao greatly contributed to the passing of the Mass Leads Act last year.
With the departure of Secretary Hao, Ashley Stolba, Undersecretary of Economic Foundations, is stepping in as Interim Secretary of Economic Development and Housing.
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Public Hearing For Marlborough Hospital Expansion Special Permit Set for May 5
The special permit was referred to the Urban Affairs Committee for a public hearing on May 5. |
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Public Hearing For Marijuana Testing Facility Scheduled for June 9
A special permit was submitted by Green Armory Laboratories Inc. at the April 28th City Council meeting to operate an independent marijuana testing facility at 260 Cedar Hill Street. The project will now go before the Urban Affairs Committee with a public hearing scheduled for June 9. |
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Lake Williams Boardwalk Opens For Second Season
Spring has officially arrived in Marlborough with the reopening of the Lake Williams Boardwalk for its second season.
We're excited to see people from across the region visiting Marlborough to enjoy the boardwalk as well as dine in our restaurants and shop in our stores, creating a positive economic impact on our city.
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Local Non-Profit Hosts 8th Annual Addiction Awareness 5K
Marlborough-based Team Sharing Inc. has announced it will be hosting its eighth annual Remembering Our Angels 5K on Saturday, May 10.
The annual event puts advocacy into action, raising awareness of addiction and showing support of individuals and families affected by the loss of loved ones.
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United Way of Tri-County Holds Annual MetroWest Corporate 5K
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Marlborough Historical Society Sells Bricks for Boyd Park
The Marlborough Historical Society is commissioning a statue of Samuel Boyd, known as "The Father of Marlborough", and inviting the public to purchase engraved bricks to be placed around the statue.
The statue will be located in Boyd Park at the corner of Main and South Bolton Streets, honoring Boyd's contributions to the city, including his ownership of "The Boyd and Cory Factory", the largest shoe factory in Marlborough. |
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