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Waters Corp. Named to Best Companies to Work For

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, has named Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) one of the 2023-2024 Best Companies to Work For. Waters was ranked among 200 companies on factors contributing to job seekers’ decision-making when choosing a workplace that best meets their needs.

Jobless Rate Dips Below 3%

The Massachusetts unemployment rate dropped to 2.8 percent in May, nearly a full point below the national rate, as the labor market continues to hold up despite slower economic growth in recent months. The jobless rated released Friday morning was 0.3 percentage points below the revised April rate of 3.1 percent. The April jobless rate was originally reported last month at 3.3 percent. The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development on Friday also cited Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates indicating that Massachusetts gained 5,700 jobs in May, on the heels of April’s revised gain of 5,900 jobs. In the past year, the state has gained 105,100 jobs, according to the bureau’s estimates. The national jobless rate for May was 3.7 percent. – Michael P. Norton/SHNS

Sales Tax Holiday Dates Set

The House adjourned for an extra-long weekend Thursday morning after adopting a resolution designating the weekend of Aug. 12-13 as this year’s sales tax holiday. The Senate on Thursday morning agreed to the same dates for the tax holiday. With Juneteenth on Monday, the House plans to meet next next on Tuesday. – Michael P. Norton

RMV Staffs up to Provide Licenesces to Illegals

Additional staff members, road test materials translated into multiple languages and outreach to immigration advocacy groups were among the preparations described Wednesday as the Registry of Motor Vehicles prepares to open up access to licenses to residents without legal immigration status next month.

Norfolk Register Helps Suits for Success.

Biostage to Host Investor Call

Biostage, Inc. (OTCQB: BSTG) (“Biostage” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company in Holliston developing the technology to regenerate organs inside the body to treat severe diseases, including cancer, trauma and birth defects initially in the esophagus and the airway, announced today that it will host an investor call on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. The Company’s CEO will provide his background, business plan and updates on clinical and preclinical efforts for the second half of the year.

Hot to Trot Road Race Coming July 29

Things are heating up for the race of the summer! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun morning, you’ll love this mostly flat, family-friendly course! Walkers welcome! Water stop at halfway mark! PR on our fast course! music, breakfast & awards following the race. Includes breakfast sandwich and performance wicking t-shirt

Awards for Overall Male and Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Winners,Male and Female Age Groups:14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. For more information, click here.