Avoca announces $125 million funding round at $1 billion valuation
Avoca has raised over $125 million across several funding rounds, reaching a $1 billion valuation. The latest investment was led by Meritech and General Catalyst.

Avoca has raised over $125 million across several funding rounds, reaching a $1 billion valuation. The latest investment was led by Meritech and General Catalyst.

TriFetch has raised $1.9 million in a pre-seed round led by Nexus Venture Partners. The funds will help expand its automation platform for specialty care operations.

Fathom Therapeutics has raised $47 million in a Series A funding round led by Sutter Hill Ventures. The company uses quantum chemistry and AI for drug discovery.

TITAN Cement named Marcel Cobuz its first non-family CEO after a global search. The move comes amid major changes aimed at boosting innovation and sustainability while maintaining strong financial results.

A new section extending nearly one mile has been added to Boston’s Neponset River Greenway. State officials say it will improve neighborhood connections while expanding public access along key waterfront areas.

Six University of Massachusetts men’s lacrosse players have received major postseason honors from the Atlantic 10 Conference. Owen Salanger was named Goalkeeper of The Year among other accolades highlighting individual performances throughout their successful season.

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell urged the U.S. Supreme Court not to end Temporary Protected Status for Haiti and Syria during arguments this week. She emphasized how important TPS holders are for Massachusetts’ workforce. The article reviews her recent actions defending immigrant rights.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded over $15.6 million for new accessible transit vehicles across Massachusetts communities. Officials say this investment supports improved mobility for older adults and individuals with disabilities by expanding local fleets.

Holy Cross baseball won against Bryant University in extra innings after a walk-off bunt by Alex Sandell. The victory marks their third straight season with over twenty wins.

UMass senior Riley Cole has been recognized as MAC Men’s Track Athlete of the Week after a strong showing at Penn Relays. His performance ranks among top times regionally and historically for UMass.