People filing new unemployment claims this week, as well as eligible existing claimants, can now receive benefits for up to 30 weeks, up from the previous maximum benefit period of 26 weeks. An extension of jobless benefits is triggered under state law when the unemployment rate in any of the commonwealth’s seven metropolitan statistical areas […]
This upcoming year (2025-2026) the Fitchburg Community Read is trying something new! Instead of selecting one book to read as a community, we will engage with multiple formats such as books, films, articles, podcasts and more! It is our hope that multiple formats will bring more of us together for insightful discussions. The Committee has […]
Rollstone Bank & Trust, through its Charitable Foundation, recently pledged $25,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster (BGCFL). Proceeds will help enhance programming at the Club, which serves 600 area youth. The Club members are comprised of a very diverse population, ranging in ages from 8 to 18 years old. Jeff […]
The City of Fitchburg Health Department will hold a Community Narcan and Overdose Prevention Training on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the Fitchburg Legislative Building. Resource tables from area providers will be available at 5:30pm, along with refreshments. The training will begin at 6:00pm. Naloxone, sold under the brand name Narcan, is an easy-to-use medication […]
Looking to grow your business and connect with state agencies and vendors? The Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) is here to help! One-on-one meetings available to help you get the most out of your SDO certification or learn how to get certified for FREE if you haven’t yet! Why get certified? Stand out to buyers […]
The City of Fitchburg Health Department will again partner with the Fitchburg Police Department to hold Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10am-12 noon in front of the Fitchburg Legislative Building, 700 Main Street. This initiative offers a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of unused prescription drugs and […]
The Fitchburg Public Library announced Enterprise Bank, a true community bank with a deep sense of mission and purpose, has pledged $50,000 to the Library’s Offering a World of Learning (OWL) Capital Campaign. The Bank has a Fitchburg branch location at 420 John Fitch Highway for over 20 years. The OWL Capital Campaign, a visionary […]
For the first time in farm history, Davis Farmland is welcoming an extraordinary new addition to its flock—sextuplets, YES 6, Finn lambs, all born to one proud ewe! The lambs—tiny, fluffy, and full of energy—are thriving under the care of their mother, Linda, and the Davis Farmland Legendary Livestock care team. Finn sheep, originally from […]
Pickleball has been taking the sports world by storm, and for residents of Leominster, MA, there’s no better place to play than Pickle-It Pickleball Club. Located at 471 Lancaster Street, this state-of-the-art indoor facility has quickly become a favorite hub among pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels. With nine high-quality courts, a golf simulator, and […]
All One Credit Union (formerly known as Leominster Credit Union) will hold a Shred-A-Thon at its 20 Adam Street, Leominster MA location on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00AM – Noon. Members and non-members can get rid of old, sensitive documents by shredding and recycling them at the Shred-A-Thon. All items will be shredded on […]