News

Noteworthy news about New England Development and our diverse portfolio of properties

Media coverage of New England Development’s many projects keeps businesses, partners, communities, and customers informed of NED’s accomplishments, accolades, and community activities.

News organizations across the country are sharing the excitement of New England Development's new projects, new retailers, and new shopping and dining opportunities.  

This is but a small sampling of the news coverage garnered by New England Development and our family of companies. A curated selection, below, provides a glimpse into articles and television coverage being published about our projects, people, and partnerships.

August 10 2021
Press releases

Cambridge Half Marathon at CambridgeSide

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS (August 2021) – Cambridge Half Marathon at CambridgeSide will take place on Sunday, November 7, 2021 (race day check-in opens at 7:00 a.m. EST). It is a 13.1-mile USATF certified course that starts & finishes at CambridgeSide, featuring MIT, John W. Weeks Footbridge, Harvard Stadium, Charles River and Harvard Square. Registration is currently $100 per person and includes a quarter zip pullover,  a race bib with a timing chip and more. Team signups are encouraged.

 

August 6 2021
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Palm Beach Outlets Announces Opening of LACED

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (August 2021) - Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets.com) has announced the opening of Florida’s first LACED Sneaker and Streetwear Boutique, the newest venture from Boston, MA entrepreneur Joamil Rodriquez who operates seven Boston-area retail stores. LACED at Palm Beach Outlets will offer today’s most sought-after and collectible sneakers and streetwear including a wide selection of Supreme, Yeezy, Palace, Fear of God and more, at prices from $200 to more than $1,000 per pair.

 

August 6 2021
Press releases

University Station Supports School on Wheels of Massachusetts with School Supply Drive

WESTWOOD, MA (August 2021) – University Station in Westwood, MA is partnering with School on Wheels of Massachusetts to host a School Supply Drive through Thursday, September 30, 2021. The mission of School on Wheels of Massachusetts is to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of students impacted by homelessness. Items of need include backpacks, pencils & pencil sharpeners, pencil pouches, hand sanitizers, large erasers, washable markers, composition notebooks and more. For a full listing of needed supplies, visit ShopUniversityStation.com.

 

August 6 2021
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Westgate Mall to Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in partnership with Curative

BROCKTON, MASSACHUSETTS (August 2021) - Westgate Mall (ShopatWestgateMall.com) will host two free COVID-19 vaccine clinics in partnership with Curative. The clinics will be held on Saturday, August 7 and Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; no appointment is necessary. Both the Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccinations will be offered. COVID-19 testing will also be available.

August 3 2021
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Outlets of Des Moines Teams with the Altoona Chamber of Commerce to Host Back-to-School Clothing Drive for Local Students

ALTOONA, IOWA (July 2021) – Outlets of Des Moines will team with the Altoona Chamber of Commerce to host a clothing drive for Southeast Polk Community School District students and families. The drive will run through Sunday, August 1, 2021. Donations can be dropped off at the Outlets of Des Moines Customer Service Center. Items of need include clean and gently worn clothing (please bring items free of stains, tears or fading in plastic bags or boxes) as well as new socks, shoes and undergarments.

 

July 26 2021
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Palm Beach Outlets Hosts Back-to-School Supplies Drive for Connections Education Center

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (July 2021) – Palm Beach Outlets will host a Back-to-School Supplies Drive from Thursday, August 5 through Saturday, August 7, 2021, for Connections Education Center and the Connections High School & Vocational Program. Items of need include backpacks, lunch boxes, crayons, markers, pencils, glue sticks, art supplies, copy paper reams and wipes, among other school supplies. Donations can be dropped off between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. each day in the Food Pavilion at Palm Beach Outlets. For more information, visit PalmBeachOutlets.com.

 

July 26 2021
Press releases

Asheville Outlets Announces Opening of Halloween Superstore

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (June 2021) – Shoppers can get a head start on all things Halloween at the Halloween Superstore opening this July at Asheville Outlets. Halloween Superstore stocks everything shoppers need for the October 31st holiday, including costumes for men, women, children, babies and pets. They also have home décor, party supplies, toys and more. The store will be open from mid-July through mid-November.

 

July 15 2021
Press releases

Outlets of Des Moines Partners with Back 2 School Iowa for School Supply Drive

ALTOONA, IOWA (July 2021) – Outlets of Des Moines has partnered with Back 2 School Iowa for a School Supply Drive to be held Monday, July 19 through Sunday, August 8, 2021. Supplies of spiral notebooks, folders, highlighters, scissors, pencil boxes, colored pencils, markers, crayons, glue sticks and more can be dropped off in the marked bin at Customer Service. For each customer who donates school supplies, a star will be put on a chart for their school of choice. At the conclusion of the drive the school with the most stars will receive a $1,000 donation from Outlets of Des Moines.

July 14 2021
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Outlets of Des Moines Presents Go for the Gold

ALTOONA, IOWA (July 2021) – In celebration of the Olympic Games, Outlets of Des Moines will host Go for the Gold on Saturday, July 24, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The afternoon will feature Olympic-inspired athletic activities throughout the concourse. Guests are invited to rock climb, play floor hockey, enjoy mini golf and badminton, inflatable sports games including basketball, football, and soccer, watch karate exhibitions and more. Special visitors throughout the day will include the Iowa National Guard, the Iowa Wild and Iowa Cubs, and appearances from mascots Crash and Cubbie.

July 1 2021
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New England Development, Tricera Capital & Rockpoint Group Partner on Significant West Palm Beach Office Acquisition

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – June 30, 2021 – Tricera Capital, the Miami-based real estate investment firm, and major investors New England Development, NDT Development and Rockpoint Group teamed up for the first time to acquire a prime office building in downtown West Palm Beach. The venture completed the $60.7 million purchase of One Clearlake on June 29.

June 28 2021
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Asheville Outlets Announces Pack 2 School Supply Drive

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (June 2021) – Asheville Outlets will host a Pack 2 School Supply Drive from Saturday, July 10 through Saturday, August 7, 2021. The drive will kick-off on Saturday, July 10 with volunteers from Seacoast Asheville Church on-site collecting school supplies near the entrance of Sportsman’s Warehouse from noon to 3:00 p.m.

Throughout the four-week drive, marked bins will be available in the Food Court for donation drop-off. School children at four local elementary schools will be the recipients of supplies collected during the program.

June 24 2021
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Asheville Outlets Announces Opening of Crate & Barrel Outlet

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (June 24, 2021) – Asheville Outlets is announcing the debut of Crate & Barrel Outlet which features contemporary and modern furniture, housewares, décor, entertaining items, kitchen accessories and more, all at value pricing. The new location also features the brand’s CB2 line. Crate & Barrel Outlet receives updated inventory daily and provides shoppers access to clearance pieces, as well as an assortment of items currently offered in Crate & Barrel stores. All items at Crate & Barrel Outlet can be taken home the day of purchase.

June 24 2021
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Pawsitivity Opens on Nantucket

NANTUCKET, MASSACHUSETTS (June 2021) – New dog-centric boutique Pawsitivity (SpreadPawsitivity) has opened at 5 Centre Street on Nantucket. Pawsitivity Nantucket creates one of a kind handcrafted dog gear and accessories entirely made in Massachusetts.

 

June 17 2021
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Outlets of Des Moines Presents Cruise into Summer

ALTOONA, IOWA (June 2021) – Outlets of Des Moines presents Cruise into Summer, a day of car and motorcycle viewing, live entertainment and delicious brews and bites on Saturday, June 26, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Co-hosted by the Iowa Street Rod Association and Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Cruise into Summer will showcase fabulous automobiles and motorbikes, live music by Prone to Jones (noon to 3:00 p.m.), food trucks, craft beer and more.

 

June 16 2021
In the news

FIRST-EVER LIFEWTR LOUNGE OPENS AT PHL

The new LifeWTR Lounge - the first of its kind anywhere - is now open at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), providing airport guests with a space to recharge with beverages, snacks and exclusive artistic content.

June 16 2021
Press releases

BURGER KING NOW OPEN AT PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

PHILADELPHIA — June 11, 2021 — Travelers at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) can now enjoy the iconic American burger joint Burger King in Terminal E. PHL Food & Shops added Burger King to expand its already impressive roster of more than 170 eateries, retail shops and services. This eatery joins the 89 restaurants and retailers that are currently operating under restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 15 2021
Press releases

CambridgeSide to Host Job Fair

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS (June 2021) – Shop for a Career at CambridgeSide (CambridgeSide.com) on Thursday, June 17 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Interested full and part-time applicants can meet with restaurants, retailers and more to discuss available employment opportunities. Additionally, career fair visitors can receive styling and interview tips presented by Dress for Success Boston. The Job Fair will feature over a dozen participants and include Best Buy, Aldo, World of Beer, Victoria’s Secret, T-Mobile, GoPixelYourself, USI Security, Royal Sonesta and more.

June 7 2021
Press releases

Cambridge Bike Give Back Opens at CambridgeSide

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS (JUNE 2021) – CambridgeSide (CambridgeSide.com) is now home to Cambridge Bike Give Back, a local Cambridge organization that collects used bikes, brings them back to life and gives them back to the Cambridge community free of charge.

 

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