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North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce staff members recognized by the Massachusetts Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives

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Three staff members of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce were recently recognized for their years of service by the Massachusetts Association of Chamber Executives (MACCE). Diane Burnette, manager of the Johnny Appleseed Visitors Center, and Roy Nascimento, president and CEO were both recognized for twenty-five years of service within the chamber of commerce […]

Paper Organizing Workshop in Central Massachusetts

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Gain more time this summer! You will become proactive as you learn the skill of paper organizing and begin to process your paperwork in a timely manner. Grab a box of manilla folders, and gather your unfiled and unprocessed papers scattered throughout the house to join us for some training and some productivity! Once you […]

empHowered PR expands to Worcester

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empHowered PR, a boutique public relations firm specializing in highly-tailored communications services for businesses and non-profit organizations, today announced a second location at the Worcester Idea Lab, located at 20 Franklin Street in Worcester. The business is headquartered in Leominster. Founded in 2020 by Lauren Howe, an award-winning public relations professional with more than 20 […]

Beth Hodge named North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce 2023 Ambassador of the Year

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Hodge recognized by fellow ambassadors for outreach, engagement efforts with chamber members in the North Central region Beth Hodge, associate director of resource development at the United Way of North Central Massachusetts, has been named the 2023 Ambassador of Year by the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. The announcement was made during the chamber’s […]

Fitchburg Public Library announces additional $1.5 million in funding from Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners for construction, renovation project

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Funding to complement rising construction, labor costs The Fitchburg Public Library announced it will receive approximately $1.5 million in additional funding from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). The additional funding will help offset the rising construction and labor costs currently being experienced throughout the Commonwealth. “As one of only 10 other libraries receiving […]

United Way Food Drive Collects Nearly $30,000 in Food for Local Pantries

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Over 600 households to benefit from drive thanks to community collaboration The United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) recently distributed nearly $30,000 worth of food and essentials to local food pantries for their “April Foods Drive.” Running April 1- June 8, the drive provided critical supplies to 12 food pantries throughout North Central Massachusetts […]

North Central Massachusetts Chamber Of Commerce Finalist for National Chamber of the Year Award

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The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce was named a finalist for the prestigious 2023 Chamber of the Year award, presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is one of three finalists in its category, which also includes the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development […]

Ron Ansin • 1934 – 2023

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The Chamber was saddened to hear of the passing of local business and community leader Ron Ansin. Mr. Ansin was a past Chair of the Board of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and was very active in the Chamber and community. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy of business and philanthropic leadership, helping […]

Leominster Credit Union Donates Books to Local Organizations

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Leominster Credit Union has proudly participated in Children’s Book Month for over 20 years, an annual event sponsored by the Cooperative Credit Union Association. During the month of April, donations of new and gently used children’s books were accepted at all LCU locations. LCU employees participated in Jeans Days raising funds to purchase books. This […]