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United Way of North Central Massachusetts Distributes nearly $900,000 to Local Agencies for Youth and Community Programs

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United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) recently distributed $874,325 in grants to 45 agencies across the community. These funds were allocated through two grant programs aimed at tackling regional challenges and providing after-school and out-of-school time opportunities for local children and youth. In the 2024-25 cycle, UWNCM’s Community Impact Fund awarded $588,335 to 29 […]

Government Affairs Update

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Federal Affairs: At the end of April, the US Department of Labor announced a final rule from the Biden Administration dealing with salary workers and overtime pay. The new rule will raise the salary threshold under which salaried employees are eligible for overtime in two stages. The first, starting on July 1, will raise the […]

A glimpse of summer fun in North Central Massachusetts!

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Ice Cream. Grandma’s Favorites. Paddling Fun. And Putting Your Green Thumb to the Test From delicious treats, opportunities to learn about gardening, and even a salt room to enjoy for a little self-care, our region’s small businesses are ready to welcome you and your family (and even your pets!) to engage, rejuvenate and enjoy the […]

Bidding on New Beginnings

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Be part of something meaningful at the North Star Family Services, Inc. Bidding on New Beginnings auction! Bid on incredible items to bring hope to homeless families. Your support creates a significant impact for families in our community. Thursday July 18 –  Monday July 29 6:00 AM – 11:45 PM North Star Family Services, Inc., […]

Gardner Food Truck Festival

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Gardner Food Truck Festival 2024 Saturday July 13, 2024 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT Downtown…Gardner City Hall, 95 Pleasant Street, Gardner MA 01440 Admission to this event is FREE! The Gardner Food Truck Festival is an annual community oriented summer kick off celebration. Now in it’s 7th year, this festival includes a multitude of […]

So What’s Your Story?

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Attend NXT Level Studios for a night of storytelling with local author, Matt Landry, Author of: Keep Moving Forward. FREE PRESENTATION & BOOK SALE “The healing connection between nature and mental health. How hiking can teach us the lessons we need to learn in order to enjoy the journey, achieve our goals, create structure and […]

Small Business Association is Here to Help

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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS Was your business impacted by the flooding on September 11, 2023? The Small Business Association (SBA) is in the city of Leominster providing resources for business owners. SBA and FEMA have representatives available at the Disaster Recovery Center located at City Hall to help answer your questions Monday-Saturday from 9am-7pm until July […]

Small Business Mentors Available to Local Businesses

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Free one-on-one counseling and technical assistance is available to entrepreneurs and existing businesses in North Central Massachusetts through a partnership between the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and the local chapter of the Worcester SCORE Chapter. SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a national nonprofit association supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration […]

Domination Plumbing & Heating Has a Passion for Serving the Community

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Domination Plumbing and Heating of Leominster started in business just 5 years ago servicing resident and commercial customers. They now service much of Central Massachusetts and even stretch into Boston. They have grown their business specializing in both service work for home and business owners, as well as new construction and remodels for residential homes […]