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Essex Builders completes exterior facade renovations for car dealership

Essex Builders Corp. is finishing up exterior façade renovations for Central Chrysler Jeep and Dodge located on the Auto-Mile at 56 Providence Hwy. (Rte. 1). Design documents prepared by John R. Perry Architect, Ltd. reflect Chrysler's new brand theme for its North American dealerships. "The main focus of our mission on this project," said David O'Neil, president of Essex Bldrs. "was to ensure the work was carried out without any interruption or adverse impact to our client's business. By working closely with Peter Catanese (II) of Central Chrysler, we established a construction schedule and phasing plan which ensured customers continued to enjoy the service and courtesy they have come to expect at this location."
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ABC-Mass. chairman’s message:  Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

ABC-Mass. chairman’s message: Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

As you may know, Massachusetts voters will be weighing in on a number of ballot initiatives in November. Among them is a proposal to impose the nation’s strictest statewide rent control policy. I’d like to tell you why the ABC MA Board
Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza nears completion - by Frank Picozzi

Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza nears completion - by Frank Picozzi

After several years of planning, construction, and anticipation, the community is eagerly awaiting the opening of the Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza and outdoor skating rink later this month.
It’s time to lead: Confronting mental health in construction - by David Watts

It’s time to lead: Confronting mental health in construction - by David Watts

As we close Mental Health Awareness Month, we must be clear: May isn’t just about ribbons, hashtags, or lunchtime mindfulness apps. It’s about responsibility to confront hard truths that linger in silence, and to challenge ourselves, as leaders in our industry, to do more.
Navigating tariffs and material  uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

Navigating tariffs and material uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

As headlines around tariffs seem to dominate the news daily, many considering construction projects have anticipated major cost escalations and widespread supply issues. While tariffs haven’t driven pricing spikes to the extent once feared, the lasting impact has been a new layer of uncertainty, affecting more than just budgets.