Fidelity Bank announced it has granted $15,000 to three local non-profits focused on food insecurity, personal hygiene and veterans outreach programs and services. The grants stem from an annual opportunity through the endowment fund for Fidelity Bank colleagues to nominate and vote for local nonprofits that are making a difference in the regions the Bank […]
As you are likely aware, SNAP benefits may not be issued in November. 12,773 Fitchburg residents (30% of our residents) rely on this assistance to feed their families. In response to this crisis, the City of Fitchburg is launching a city-wide initiative to collect food donations and distribute the donations to our neighbors in need. […]
We’re excited to announce that Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) Corporate Training will be hosting a brand-new interactive Spanish course this January, designed specifically for supervisors and managers. This hands-on class equips leaders with the tools to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking employees. Using real workplace examples and targeted vocabulary, participants will gain the confidence to […]
The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved financing of $30,000 to The Vice, a startup business located in Westminster. Business planning was provided by NewVue Communities in Fitchburg. The Vice, a new café located at 134 Main Street in Westminster, has […]
The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved a $35,000 loan to Alicia Favreau, owner of Empowered Boutique + Spa, to support the launch of her new wellness venture at 67 North Main Street in Leominster. Business planning was provided by NewVue […]
The City of Gardner has been awarded just under $1.5 million to fund the South Gardner Revitalization Project, a major infrastructure improvement initiative focused on the section of East Broadway from the Standard Chair of Gardner Factory to the Gardner Martial Arts Academy. This project will relocate overhead utility wires underground, install new concrete sidewalks, […]
Growing Places, in partnership with the City of Gardner, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new Waterford Street Regional Food Center, located at 62 Waterford Street, Gardner, MA. The ceremony featured remarks from Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, Mayor Mike Nicholson of Gardner, Steve Adams, President of the North Central Massachusetts Community […]
The United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) has awarded $307,800 in grants to 23 local agencies, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the well-being and development of young people across the region. Provided through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) After School and Out-of-School Time (ASOST) Program and in partnership with the United Ways of […]
LUK, Inc. was recently awarded $25,000 in funding from the Amelia Peabody Foundation to support their Mentoring program. LUK Mentoring pairs caring, responsible adults with youth age 6-17 in the community who would benefit from having an additional trusted adult in their life. Mentors serve as positive role models for the youth, encouraging healthy behavioral […]
In recognition of National Manufacturing Month, the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and its economic development arm, the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation, recently partnered with regional organizations to host a unique manufacturing bus tour. The tour showcased the manufacturing industry, advocated for stronger career pathways in schools, and addressed workforce and talent challenges […]