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New specialty supermarket + MA wedding venue debuts: business week. Plus, a beloved Bay State breakfast shop known for its muffins has expanded. Posted Fri, Aug 28, 2026 at 9:47 am ET From a new specialty supermarket making its debut to a store and event space opening, it's been a busy week in Massachusetts news. Apna Bazar Farmers Market, a new South Asian grocery store, is preparing to open its first location in Central Massachusetts. The store plans to carry Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi groceries, including fresh produce, spices, rice, atta flour, halal meat, frozen foods, snacks, sweets and dairy products. Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch. Muffin House Cafe, a popular family-owned Bay State bakery and breakfast spot, has expanded. The business opened its seventh location on Saturday at 22 Washington St. in Cobb Corner in Canton. The cafe offers handmade muffins, cakes, pastries, coffee, breakfast sandwiches and other baked goods. Terrain from URBN, the brand best known for Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie and Free People, is officially open at Wayland Village. Its event venue includes more than 8,700 square feet of indoor space and can accommodate up to 178 wedding guests or 250 corporate event guests. Ground beef prices are near record highs, and the Trump administration is turning to imported beef to make it more affordable for shoppers in Massachusetts and across the country. As part of his plan to bring down prices, President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of imported beef used for hamburger to enter tariff-free for 90 days. Scammers are spoofing the main phone number of the FBI's Boston Division in a new scheme, the bureau warned. The scam involves callers posing as financial representatives before transferring victims to someone claiming to be an FBI agent investigating fraudulent firearm purchases. Dunkin' gave four-legged customers a drive-thru experience of their own Wednesday as part of its annual partnership with dog-product company BARK. One drive-thru lane at the Quincy Dunkin' location remained open for customers while the second offered dogs treats, limited-edition bandanas, and plush toys, available with donations to the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation. Two pizza places are getting national attention from food writers who set out to find some of America's best pies. Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs in Cambridge and Palio Pizzeria in Hyannis are among the standout pizza destinations selected by USA Today Network food writers for a new nationwide guide. From a hidden cocktail bar in downtown Boston to a restaurant tucked inside an 1820s farmhouse, Patch has rounded up several restaurants, bars, and other dining spots where finding the place is part of the experience. You can find the complete list here. More Massachusetts Business News: Catch Up On Past Business Roundups:

Choosing the Greater Philadelphia region for business expansion. For companies planning their next move, business expansion in the Greater Philadelphia region involves far more than selecting a new location. Fortunately, practical support for relocation, market entry, and long-term growth is available at every stage of the decision. The Greater Philadelphia Growth Partnership and regional economic development partners all provide businesses with valuable resources, helping organizations evaluate opportunities and turn them into workable plans. Reaching markets at any size. Expansion teams comparing East Coast markets typically measure three key areas: reach, labor, and cost. A single day's drive from the Greater Philadelphia region covers 40% of the U.S. population, and two-hour flights put more than 60% of the American market within range. A position on the Northeast Corridor adds direct rail to New York and Washington, with I-95 and I-76 running through the region. Three shipping ports along the Delaware River move freight in and out, and PhilaPort ranks as the largest refrigerated port in the country. Additionally, the region holds a workforce of 3.3 million, with more than 100 colleges and universities feeding it and 54% of local graduates staying to launch their careers. Cost is where the Greater Philadelphia region stands out from larger peer markets. Among the ten largest U.S. metros, it offers the lowest office rents, and among the largest Northeast metros, the lowest industrial rents. Early-stage and growing businesses benefit from the same networks and ecosystem connections. Founders enter the country's fifth-largest venture capital market. Regional partners help them find suppliers, read local demand, identify growth opportunities, and build visibility with new customers. Choosing the region at scale. Regional partners support corporate site selection in the Greater Philadelphia region, along with stakeholder coordination, incentives, real estate, and long-term growth planning. As a useful case study, TerraPower Isotopes evaluated more than 350 sites before choosing South Philadelphia's Bellwether District for a $450 million radioisotope facility. Across that evaluation, the Partnership connected it to academic institutions, health systems, workforce partners, and utilities throughout the region's nuclear medicine ecosystem. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania contributed a $10 million package toward the project, which is expected to create 225 full-time jobs over three years. The same district drew DrinkPAK a year earlier as its first anchor tenant, investing $350 million in a 1.4 million-square-foot facility. At the nearby Navy Yard, URBN is investing $150 million to add 450 positions at its headquarters and 600 at a new Nuuly facility in Bucks County. Hanwha has committed $5 billion to the Philly Shipyard, where the company plans to hire up to 10,000 people. The Greater Philadelphia region runs through two neighboring states, giving local businesses access to even more incentives and resources. Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware each have their own economic development programs, allowing organizations to weigh Keystone Opportunity Zones and PA SITES grants against NJEDA financing or Delaware's tax incentives without leaving the labor market. Turning interest into action. The Greater Philadelphia Growth Partnership and public-private partners operate a concierge model that runs from first inquiry through site selection and setup. This means companies don't have to work through relocation or expansion decisions alone. The team opens direct lines to the City of Philadelphia's Department of Commerce, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and regional stakeholders, then backs those introductions with labor benchmarking, incentive strategy, and neighborhood tours built around operating needs. Companies running early or confidential searches can get started with the Select Greater Philadelphia property search tool, which maps available sites across the region. For custom guidance built around unique growth goals and operating requirements, startups, corporate leaders, and site selection professionals should contact the Greater Philadelphia Growth Partnership team to start a conversation. Frequently asked questions. What business expansion services can companies access in the Greater Philadelphia region? Companies pursuing business expansion in the Greater Philadelphia region receive site selection guidance, tailored research, and access to incentives across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. This structure allows a company to potentially place headquarters, manufacturing, and distribution across three states, drawing on one 3.3 million-worker labor market. What does the market-entry process look like for a company new to the region? Market entry typically begins with the Select Greater Philadelphia property search tool or a direct inquiry to Select Greater Philadelphia. The team then benchmarks labor and costs, arranges neighborhood tours, and introduces companies to the City of Philadelphia's Department of Commerce, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, developers, and permitting agencies. What support is available for startups and early-stage companies in the Greater Philadelphia region? Early-stage companies plug into the Greater Philadelphia startup ecosystem through venture capital networks in the nation's fifth-largest VC region, plus incubator and lab space at Pennovation Works and uCity Square. Select Greater Philadelphia and the Partnership connect founders to suppliers, customers, and university talent pipelines.

Governor Shapiro secures major new investment from Urban Outfitters, Inc., expanding operations in Pennsylvania and creating at least 1,050 new jobs in Philadelphia and Bucks County. * June 8, 2026 Homegrown, Pennsylvania-based company will add at least 450 jobs at its headquarters at Philadelphia's Navy Yard and a minimum of 600 jobs at a new, state-of-the-art Nuuly facility in Bucks County, while retaining current employment levels in Lancaster and Indiana counties. Since taking office, Governor Josh Shapiro and his Administration have competed for and won over $41 billion in private sector investments that are creating more than 24,000 new jobs and driving economic growth across the Commonwealth. Under the Governor's leadership, Pennsylvania's economy is one of the strongest in the nation ― and is the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy. Philadelphia, PA - Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis announced the Commonwealth has secured a major new investment from Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN), a portfolio of lifestyle brands, to expand operations in Philadelphia and Bucks County. As part of its commitment to the Commonwealth, the company will create at least 1,050 new jobs, retain existing jobs, and build a new facility for its Nuuly brand in Falls Township. URBN will invest at least $150 million in capital, create 450 jobs at its headquarters at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, and create an additional 600 jobs at its new, state-of-the-art Nuuly facility in Bucks County. The company will also retain existing positions in Lancaster and Indiana counties. Beyond their initial commitment, URBN may spend more than $50 million in additional capital investments that could further raise the number of new jobs created in the Commonwealth. "Urban Outfitters was built from the ground up in Philadelphia more than five decades ago - and we are proud that this company is continuing to grow and create jobs all across our Commonwealth," said Governor Shapiro. "Pennsylvania is leading in economic development because we are focused on strengthening our skilled workforce, cutting red tape, and making smart, strategic investments that help businesses grow and succeed. That economic development strategy supports growing businesses like URBN who want to take advantage of everything Pennsylvania has to offer - and my Administration is going to continue to create jobs and opportunity all across our Commonwealth." Founded in 1970, URBN has grown from one store in West Philadelphia into a global portfolio. Today, the company includes retail brands like Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, and Terrain, as well as a rental subscription service, Nuuly, and restaurants and event venues under the Menus & Venues banner. "We should never forget that Philadelphia is the place where America started and where creativity and freedom have thrived for hundreds of years - so it's no surprise that an innovative company like Urban Outfitters got its start here and has grown over nearly five decades to become a global retailer," said Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis. "With the investments they're making at this facility and across the Commonwealth, this company will continue growing for decades to come. We're not just creating and retaining jobs - we're creating ladders of opportunity, so that everyone can live their American dream, whatever that looks like to them, right here in Pennsylvania." The company relocated its headquarters from Center City to the Philadelphia Navy Yard in 2006, investing more than $100 million to transform several historic shipyard facilities into offices, meeting spaces, photo studios, a coffee shop, a cafeteria, and a gym for URBN employees. The company's presence at the Navy Yard has grown from five buildings to fifteen ― including the newly-opened 117,000 square foot Building 16 - and from 500 hundred employees to more than 2,500. "URBN's roots are firmly in Philadelphia, from our beginnings at 43rd and Locust 56 years ago, to our 20-year history here at the Navy Yard. Celebrating this anniversary alongside the opening of Building 16 is a proud moment for our company," said Richard A. Hayne, Chief Executive Officer, URBN. "Our relationship with the state has been vital to our success, and we look forward to creating more jobs and continuing our investment in Pennsylvania." As part of URBN's commitment to growing in Pennsylvania, the Commonwealth extended state level Keystone Opportunity Zone (KOZ) benefits to the company. "URBN has been a key player in transforming the Philadelphia Navy Yard back into a thriving center for economic activity and we're proud to support their continued investment in Pennsylvania," said Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger. "This new investment from the company not only retains critical jobs in Central and Western Pennsylvania, but also serves as an engine for job growth in Philadelphia and Bucks County. The Shapiro Administration will continue to support thriving businesses like URBN that help boost our economy and create real opportunity for Pennsylvanians." Shapiro-Davis Administration's Progress to Grow Pennsylvania's Workforce and Strengthen the Economy In every corner of the Commonwealth, businesses are expanding and creating real opportunities for Pennsylvanians - from McCarl's in Beaver County, Vylor in Delaware County, Bonduelle in Philadelphia, Mondi Bags in Allegheny County, WebFX in Harrisburg, Premier Brands of America in Lackawanna County, John Brothers Holdings in Union County, TerraPower Isotopes in Philadelphia, Schreiber Foods in Cumberland County, Berwick Industries in Columbia County, Johnson & Johnson in Montgomery County, Eli Lilly in Lehigh County, Eurofins in Lancaster County, Calgon Carbon Corporation in Pittsburgh, DrinkPAK in Philadelphia, Farm Plast in Lycoming County, US Durum in Dauphin County, First Quality in Mifflin County, Eos in Allegheny County, Nichols Portland in Elk County, Imperial Systems in Mercer County, Qualex in Venango County, and Tate in York County. Pennsylvania's Business Climate and Growing Economy is Earning National Recognition Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has made Pennsylvania more competitive - attracting over $41 billion in private-sector investment while creating more than 24,000 good-paying jobs across the Commonwealth and earning national recognition. * Pennsylvania is the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy, based on analysis done by Moody's Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi. * Last year, according to a new analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Commonwealth ranked third in the nation for job growth. * Area Development ranked Pennsylvania among the top 20 "Best States for Business" - the only Northeastern state to make the list - and placed the Commonwealth in the top 10 for "Site Readiness Programs." * Site Selection Magazine named Pennsylvania one of the top business climates in the nation. * Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Pennsylvania ranks among the top states in the nation for five-year new business survival. Governor Shapiro's 2026-27 budget proposal builds on this momentum by investing in long-term economic growth and ensuring communities across the Commonwealth can compete and win. Over the last three years, the Governor has been laser-focused on delivering results for the people of Pennsylvania - and it's working.