Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank in New England and New York, has joined an effort by the Massachusetts State Treasurer’s Office to help support small businesses through Investing For the Long-Term Initiative (Invest MA), the state’s new program to provide small businesses enhanced access to capital. Invest MA aims to promote small business growth by providing […]
Worcester-based advanced manufacturing technology company innovates and incubates, collaborating with government, industry and academia The Small Business Administration (SBA) has named Solvus Global the 2024 Small Manufacturer of the Year for Massachusetts. Solvus Global is a technology solution provider for materials and manufacturing, specializing in the areas of additive manufacturing, machine learning, and sustainable materials […]
Fitchburg Access Television (FATV) and its Board of Directors proudly announce Peter Capodagli as the recipient of the 27th annual Boulder Award for his exceptional contributions to community media and civic engagement. FATV will also present three member awards during the ceremony. FATV’s Boulder Award is bestowed upon individuals “For outstanding contributions to civic life […]
If recent data from the North Central Massachusetts 2024 Economic Survey is any indication, the area, as well as the Commonwealth, could see light at the end proverbial tunnel of what have been uncertain and unsettling economic times in recent years. The survey, in its 12th year and sponsored by Fidelity Bank, is conducted annually […]
This month, the City of Fitchburg begins implementation of its new Vacant Property Registry. The City’s Problem Property Task Force has been working collaboratively, for over a decade, to address problem properties in order to improve the quality of life for our residents, neighborhoods and businesses. Trends and themes that continue to be a challenge […]
The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts, Reliant Foundation and RIZE Massachusetts, in partnership with the UMass Memorial Health Road to Care team and UMass Chan Medical School, will offer a free continuing medical education (CME) conference on April 29 for providers to fulfill new federal training requirements and improve access to opioid use disorder treatment […]
Main Street Bank, a leading community bank in Massachusetts, announced that David Felton has joined the Bank as Executive Vice President/Chief Deposit Officer, effective March 1st, 2024. In this role, Felton is responsible for the growth and development of the Bank’s deposit gathering capabilities with a focus on the Business Banking and Commercial Banking segments. […]
LUK, Inc. recently received funding from Brake the Silence Foundation to provide Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention trainings. LUK will host these Mental Health and Suicide Prevention trainings to promote the health and well-being of Worcester County residents. Participants will learn how to identify potential mental health concerns, where they can receive support, and […]
Hub International Massachusetts, global insurance brokerage, has released its outlook for insurance for 2024. The report, complemented by 14 in-depth industry- and sector-specific assessments, is based on insights from HUB’s proprietary survey of 900 executives and 200 high net worth individuals and their advisors. Amid elevated risk factors — from geopolitical instability, natural disasters and labor disruptions to the rapid evolution […]
3rd Consecutive Year on Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America List Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank in New England and New York, has been recognized as one of the top 10 most trusted banks in America by Newsweek magazine. It’s the third consecutive year Berkshire Bank has been on the list of Newsweek’s Most […]