Development plans have been revised several times, bringing the number of buildings reduced to eight, and the number of units increased to 318 from 304.  Also, some of the planned condos will have one bedroom instead of two, as these smaller condos tend to be more marketable and sell quickly.

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The SouthField project is now expected to break ground this fall.  This redevelopment project will create a broad boulevard that is walkable and offers easy accessibility from mass transit as well as involve a number of residential homes and townhouses to be built.  Interactive Building Group of Hingham and Whitman Homes of Canton have combined to put down stakes in this project.  The first phase will involve Whitman Homes building 26 townhouses and single-family homes ranging between $300,000 to over $500,000; these townhomes are expected to be about 1,600 square feet and the homes will be about 2,200 square feet.

For more on the SouthField project in Massachusetts, visit patriotledger.com.

The great casino debate this summer, stemming from whether slot machines or full casinos should be allowed, proved beneficial for businesses in Massachusetts.  Although casino gambling is still being discussed, with plans to be addressed again in 2011, other business-friendly bills have resulted.  These new laws include permit extensions, which would extend most local and state construction permits issued since August of 2008 for another two years, tax breaks for businesses, and a ‘cost relief bill’ that would allow small businesses to band together to purchase insurance, giving them more leverage in negotiating the ever increasing health care costs.

For more on the pro-business laws passed this summer, visit patriotledger.com.

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Be sure to mark your calendars for the South Shore Chamber of Commerce event, “Business After Hours,” coming up on August 3rd.  “Business After Hours” is hosted by the Abington Business Council at the Abington Ale House.  This event is perfect for South Shore business owners and employees who would like to do some business networking with other Chamber members and guests.  Also provided is great food and a cash bar on the outside patio.

The cost is free for members or $20 for non-members and will be from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, August 3 at the Abington Ale House.

For more on this or other South Shore Chamber of Commerce events visit their website here.

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With the idea of emphasizing energy-efficient construction, Quincy MA will hold two public hearings about new home construction standards.  These forums will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday at 6:30, with the first meeting focusing on the code’s requirements for commercial construction and the second meeting about residential construction requirements.
Just some of the energy-efficient requirements include thicker insulation and heating systems that use less oil; builders would also be required to hire an energy rater to measure the amount of air that can escape from a building as well as the quality of duct work.

For more on energy-efficient construction in Quincy MA, visit patriotledger.com.

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The South Shore’s Farmer’s markets are growing in popularity this year.  With many local residents visiting farmers markets for the fresh vegetables and fruits available, the Department of Agriculture has reported an increase of 14 more farmer’s markets in the state this year than last.  In the past three or four years the number has doubled.  Because the fruits and vegetables are grown and sold locally, residents enjoy the freshness of the produce and the local economy enjoys a boost.

For information on where to find your closest farmer’s market in the South Shore this summer and fall, refer here.

For more on local business news in South Shore MA, visit the Patriot Ledger online.

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The newly restored Baxter-King House in Quincy MA has been spared from being possibly torn down by developer Frank Bridgeman’s decision to retain part of the area’s rich history.  When the mansion went for sale, Bridgeman, along with a partner purchased it for $600,000 last September.  They then proceeded to renovate it to bring it back to its former beauty and these restorations were finished recently.  Some renovations include restoring the mansion’s arched windows and fireplaces as well as fresh paint.  The home is now listed on the market for $1.2 million with updated bathrooms, kitchen, and central air conditioning.

For more on new developments in Quincy MA, visit the Patriot Ledger online.

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A job fair is scheduled this month in Quincy MA and reservations for employers is required beforehand to ensure it goes smoothly.  The job fair will be on June 23, a Wednesday, at the Quincy Thomas Crane Public Library.  This employment event will run from 3 to 6 p.m. and is brought to the community by the Quincy Career Center.  If your South Shore MA business has some job openings, now is the time to recruit new talents by participating in the job fair with your own booth space.

For more information on the Job Fair in Quincy MA or how your business can register to participate, visit the Quincy Career Center website.

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