Bluestone Bank Joins Mutual Bancorp Holding Company
Bluestone Bank has officially joined Mutual Bancorp, the now-$8.4 billion mutual holding company for Cape Cod 5 and Fidelity Bank.
St. Mary’s CU, MetroWest FCU Complete Merger
St.Mary’s Credit Union and MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union have officially combined to create a $1.15 billion credit union.
Faced with Crippling Housing Crisis, Beacon Hill Nibbles at the Edges
Despite promises of a “bold” housing bill this year, with less than a month left to go, state legislators look like they’re going for singles and doubles, not home runs when it comes to the housing crisis.
The Gossip Report: July 2, 2026
The first two homes in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales show how much difference a half-mile can make, even in one of the state’s most expensive neighborhoods.
Boston Luxury Market Pricing Outperforming Non-Luxury Homes
Luxury homes are seeing prices increase at a greater rate than non-luxury homes across the country, according to a new report from Redfin. The Boston luxury market is showing similar trends.
The Gossip Report: July 2, 2026
The first two homes in this week’s roundup of Massachusetts’ most expensive home sales show how much difference a half-mile can make, even in one of the state’s most expensive neighborhoods.
Luxury Buildings Add Signature Fragrances as Differentiators
From hotels to offices, landlords want their buildings to smell unique and alluring. Some have even spun up merchandise lines to promote their bespoke scents.





