Category: Massachusetts

Westford, MA Garrett’s Family Market has officially opened its 10th location at 498 Groton Rd., marking another milestone in the company’s expansion across the region. 498 Groton Rd. is a 3,200 s/f building on 0.905 acres. The community was invited to celebrate

Maynard, MA According to Capital Group Properties, Michaels will open a new store at Maynard Crossing in September 2025. The store, at 17 Digital Way, will occupy a 15,750 s/f space adjacent to Tractor Supply. With more than 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada, Michaels is

Chestnut Hill, MA The Street Chestnut Hill and Hummingbird Books with children’s book author Jane O’Connor and award-winning illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser, creators of the international bestseller Fancy Nancy, will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the series with Boston-area families. This special community event is a part of The Street’s Halloweek series, inviting families to gather on The Green in their fanciest attire or Halloween costumes for an unforgettable morning of stories, dance, and fun. 

Boston, MA Boston Seaport by WS Development has welcomed its newest culinary offering, Mai, an intimate 30-seat French-inspired izakaya, offering refined small plates, craft cocktails, and curated sake in a relaxed, elegant setting. Mai opened on Wednesday September 10th, bringing a sleek, modern space designed to feel like both a neighborhood favorite and chic culinary destination.

Cambridge, MA The Bulfinch Companies, Inc. (Bulfinch), a commercial real estate, property management and investment firm, has appointed Boston Realty Advisors as the retail leasing agent for 95 Mount Auburn St. This premier mixed-use building offers prominent, flexible space in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Dedham, MA Open-air shopping and lifestyle destination, Legacy Place, continues to expand its retail offerings with the arrival of Vancouver-based design house, Aritzia.  Now open, Aritzia’s newest store offers the brand’s portfolio of in-house labels reflecting style-forward wardrobe essentials and cult favorites. It brings its collection of versatile,

Winchester, MA Wise Construction has added Kerrie Julian as senior director of business development, science & technology. In this role, Julian will be instrumental in driving the growth of Wise’s science & technology market sector, focusing on cultivating and expanding client

Boston/Providence Shawmut Design and Construction, a leading $2 billion national construction management firm, marked Suicide Prevention Week with a series of Toolbox Talks across

About six months ago, or so, Artificial Intelligence was new news, with both hope and promise. It was predicted the progress would show results within a few years. The main question afloat was whether AI would improve worker and company productivity, or would it ultimately reduce the need for workers.

Boston, MA Preparations have begin for the 37th Annual REFA Gala. Sponsorships and tickets are available for the 37th Annual REFA Gala on Thursday, October 17th at the Omni Boston at the Seaport, honoring National Development with the Swain Distinguished Service Award.

Needham, MA Bialow Real Estate, a national retail real estate consultancy, has promoted Brett Groper to senior vice president and Anthony Genovese to senior vice president – retail expansion & advisory. The firm has also recently advised clients in a spate of high-profile leases and new locations for more than 75 expanding brands across the country. Groper and Genovese are credited for many of these successes.

In the golden age of American retail, department stores weren’t just about shopping – they were experiences designed around women’s lives. In cities like Boston, stores like Jordan Marsh offered everything from elegant dining rooms and beauty salons to fashion shows and community events.