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Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts Awards $140,000 to support regional health projects, FSU and The Mount

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The Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts awarded nearly $140,000 to support 14 community health projects to benefit the Nashoba Valley region. The Foundation has also allocated grants totaling over $10,000 to Fitchburg State University and Mount Wachusett Community College. These funds will facilitate scholarships for students from the Nashoba Valley region pursuing studies in direct-care […]

North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation Approves Financing for Best Family Fitness

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The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved $32,000 to support the startup of Best Family Fitness, a new fitness center located at 360 High Street in Clinton. Serving patrons of all athletic backgrounds, Best Family Fitness will focus on clients seeking […]

United Way of North Central Massachusetts Distributes 2,000 Bombas Socks to Local Food Pantries

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United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) recently distributed 2,000 pairs of Bombas socks to 13 local food pantries, helping individuals and families in need stay warm this winter. The socks, valued at $24,000, were generously shared by the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center, which received 10,000 pairs from Bombas and provided 2,000 to UWNCM. Volunteers […]

Wachusett Business Incubator – We Are Moved In!

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It’s official! The Wachusett Business Incubator has officially moved into its new location at 82 Main Street in Gardner. This new office space offers a state-of-the-art 3D printing lab, a digital studio, and numerous collaboration spaces designed to support entrepreneurs and small businesses. Whether you’re looking to innovate, connect, or grow your business, the new […]

MassHire Free ESL CNA Training!

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Mount Wachusett Community College is partnering with North Central MassHire to offer an ESL Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program. This training was created to assist students to advance ESL skills and obtain their CNA certification. Attend a Career Center Seminar and Meet with a counselor who will conduct your career assessment. Eligibility & Required Documentation: […]

Massachusetts Attorney General New Guidance Regarding DEIA

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Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell has issued new guidance clarifying that private sector Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives remain lawful business practices. This document provides important information for employers who maintain or are considering DEIA programs. The guidance outlines: The legal framework supporting workplace DEIA programs How DEIA initiatives differ from unlawful hiring […]

North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation approves financing for MacMannis Florist & Greenhouses

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The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved $150,000 in financing for MacMannis Florist & Greenhouses, located at 2108 Main Street in Athol, toward the purchase of the former Brooks-MacMannis Florist and Greenhouse. Originally founded a century ago as Hamilton Florist, the […]

Local Energy Advisory Firm Helping Businesses Navigate the Future of Power

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Celebrating its fifth anniversary in 2024, Groton-based Fuse Energy has established itself as a comprehensive commercial energy advisory firm serving North Central Massachusetts. Co-Managing Partners Steve Janes and Tom DeFeudis lead the company with decades of combined experience, specializing in helping small businesses, commercial and industrial clients, and municipalities optimize their energy spending while maintaining […]

City of Leominster – Small Business Support Fund is Live

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The City of Leominster is happy to announce that the Small Business Support Fund, sponsored by Fidelity Bank, is officially live. The Fund aims to provide financial assistance to small businesses within the city that have been adversely affected by economic challenges. This program will offer 12 grants in 2025 of up to $250 to […]

Fitchburg State Spring Career Fairs

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Fitchburg State University is preparing to host a series of Spring Career Fairs to connect students with employers and opportunities in various fields. These career affairs offer a valuable chance to meet with hiring professionals, learn about job openings, and network with experts in various fields. Health and Life Sciences Career Fair Thursday, February 27 1-4 PM Focuses […]