http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320223714.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:37:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320223714.html The business is expanding into Gloucester which will not only help more Cape Ann residents stay healthy — but help the local economy as well. The new gym located on Whistlestop Way next to the Commuter Rail Station is slated to open in early December and will be known as "MAC Fitness."]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092225.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:22:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092225.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092120.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:21:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092120.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092154.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:21:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092154.html Still, prices are lower than they were a year ago and inflation is expected to remain subdued as the economy struggles to emerge from a deep recession.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092026.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:20:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322092026.html The results underscore how much the housing market has been relying on government support for its fledgling recovery. The tax credit of up to $8,000 for first-time owners was due to expire on Nov. 30, but Congress voted to extend it earlier this month and expand it to more buyers, after intense pressure from real estate agents and homebuilders.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322091946.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:19:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_322091946.html By early afternoon in Europe, benchmark crude for December delivery was up 70 cents to $79.84 a barrel in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The contract rose 24 cents to settle at $79.14 on Tuesday.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320224528.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:50:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320224528.html Windover Construction Inc. of Manchester, builder of distinctive custom homes, institutional and commercial buildings, today announced the addition of two new employees. ]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320224352.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:45:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_320224352.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_320131422.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:14:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_320131422.html UPS, based in Atlanta, said Monday that's about a 40 percent increase over normal daily delivery volumes.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_320131500.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:14:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_320131500.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_313221536.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:45:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_313221536.html Kevin J. Counihan, chief marketing officer of the state Health Connector Authority, and John Vigliotti, health insurance broker, to educate the public, on Friday will address concerns and give tips for saving money when purchasing health care. ]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222443.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:45:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222443.html A tour of homes in the Annisquam and Rowley Shore area is planned for Saturday by the businesswomen of Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce to support the Carolyn O'Connor Scholarship. ]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222830.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:40:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222830.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222345.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:35:00 EST http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_306222345.html AAA Southern New England reports yesterday that self-serve, regular gasoline increased to an average of $2.63 per gallon, but remains six cents below the national average.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110505.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:05:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110505.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110429.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:04:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110429.html The Commerce Department said Wednesday that sales fell 3.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 402,000 from a downwardly revised 417,000 in August. Economists surveyed by Thomson Reuters had expected a pace of 440,000.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110350.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:03:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_301110350.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_299213335.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:45:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_299213335.html Lyons Ambulance Service LLC, of Danvers, with locations in Gloucester and Beverly, has received 3-year accreditation status from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) for its compliance with national standards of excellence. With this achievement, Lyons becomes the fourth ambulance service in Massachusetts and one of only nine agencies in New England to successfully complete the voluntary review process, which includes completion of a comprehensive application and on-site review by national experts in emergency medical services (EMS), and earn CAAS accreditation. Lyons also received special commendation from the CAAS Panel of Commissioners for having achieved a perfect score (zero deficiencies) on its site review. ]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295154001.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:39:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295154001.html Heating oil futures spiked with crude oil contracts last week. Retail prices followed, surging an average of 10.2 cents per gallon for residential customers on Monday, according to an Energy Information Administration report released Thursday.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153925.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:39:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153925.html Independence, a 418-foot warship built in Alabama, boasts a top speed in excess of 45 knots, or about 52 mph, and sustained 44 knots for four hours during builder trials that wrapped up this month off the Gulf Coast. The 378-foot Freedom, a ship built in Wisconsin by a competing defense contractor, has put up similar numbers.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153857.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:38:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153857.html Norman Augustine (Aw-Gus-TEEN) is chairman of the panel reviewing the agency's spaceflight plans. He said it makes more sense for NASA to consider landing on nearby asteroid or one of the moons of Mars. He said that could be done sooner than returning to the moon in 15 years as NASA has outlined.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153757.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:37:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153757.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153722.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:37:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153722.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153638.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:36:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_295153638.html Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer celebrated the arrival of Windows 7 in New York with a few hundred people who had helped test early versions of the software that runs PCs. One of them, technology consultant, Jonathan Kay, flew from Toronto to attend.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_292225558.html Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:45:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_292225558.html Harmeling Physical Therapy and Sports Fitness Inc. has announced the opening of a new location in Gloucester at 8 Blackburn Center.
The former site of Essex County Rehabilitation Associates, the new office is the fourth location for the outpatient physical therapy private practice which specializes in orthopedic and sports injury rehabilitation. Additional offices are located in Danvers, Wenham and Wilmington. ]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134611.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:46:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134611.html The Dow has crossed five figures seven months after it hit a 12-year low of 6,547.05 on March 9. The comeback by the stock market's best-known indicator is the most visible sign yet that investors believe the economy is indeed recovering from the financial crisis and recession.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134538.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:45:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134538.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134502.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:44:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134502.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134427.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:44:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134427.html The FAA said Wednesday it has proposed a $5.4 million fine against US Airways for operating eight planes on a total of 1,647 flights from October 2008 to January 2009 in violation of safety directives or the company's own maintenance rules.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134315.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:43:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_287134315.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286134037.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:40:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286134037.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286133510.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:35:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286133510.html The state Department of Labor and Employment has ordered the wage to drop to $7.24 from $7.28, effective Jan. 1. But that's lower than the federal minimum wage of $7.25, so minimum wage workers would lose only 3 cents an hour.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286133418.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:34:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286133418.html Health officials looked at 1,400 adult swine flu hospitalizations in 10 states. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention official released some of the details at a Tuesday press conference.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125542.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:55:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125542.html With that in mind, Philips Electronics has teamed up with a prominent Dutch bank to develop a system of warning home traders when they're about to make a decision to buy or sell stocks while feeling overly emotional. It's called "The Rationalizer," and a test model is on display at an innovation summit in Brussels this week.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125512.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:55:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125512.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125438.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:54:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125438.html IHS Cambridge Energy Research Associates said Tuesday that oil consumption started to slump four years ago as consumers bought more efficient vehicles and countries expanded their use of alternative fuels like ethanol. Vehicle ownership also has leveled off in the developed world, as has the number of women in the workplace, CERA said.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125403.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:54:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125403.html The U.S. dollar index, where the U.S. currency is measured against other major currencies, hit a 14-month low Tuesday. Because crude is bought and sold in dollars, it essentially becomes cheaper for international investors who have flooded into energy markets despite a big surplus of oil.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125328.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:53:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125328.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125232.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:52:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_286125232.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_285223150.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:45:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_285223150.html The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Cape Ann Restaurant Week Oct. 18-23.
Each participating restaurant will offer a prix fixed, three-course dinner menu for $22.09 (price does not include beverage, tax or gratuity). Dinner will include an appetizer or salad, three entrée choices and dessert.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_278221748.html Tue, 06 Oct 2009 05:45:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_278221748.html Battered by the recession and in danger of becoming stale, museums will find a rescuer in a new exhibit and program development firm.
"Even as museums are forced to cut staff, they must continue to develop fresh exhibits and educational programs if they are to survive the downturn and again prosper," said Jan Crocker, president of Jan Crocker Museum Exhibits, in a statement.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_278221616.html Mon, 05 Oct 2009 22:16:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_278221616.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272124105.html Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:41:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272124105.html Grocery shoppers were treated to raffles, popcorn and cotton candy while children were entertained by Elmo, Clifford and balloon creations in the parking lot on Saturday and Sunday.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272123957.html Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:39:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272123957.html Windover Construction Inc. of Manchester, builder of distinctive custom homes, institutional and commercial buildings, recently announced that four of its project managers: Jim Burke, Tad Cunningham, Kristen Poulin and Jay Somers have earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Professional Accreditation (LEED). LEED have demonstrated a thorough understanding of green building practices and principles and the LEED Rating System.]]> http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272123918.html Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:39:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_272123918.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152239.html Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:22:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152239.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152205.html Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:22:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152205.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152132.html Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:21:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/etgtntsnbusiness_story_271152132.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_264235744.html Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:43:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_264235744.html http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_264235712.html Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:36:00 EDT http://www.gloucestertimes.com/pubiz/local_story_264235712.html Manchester Travel Company, 4 School St., Manchester, has been selected to join Virtuoso, the travel industry's leading luxury network. Virtuoso's relationships with the finest travel companies provide Manchester Travel's clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and elite access.]]>