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Feds Order More MBTA Fixes, File 90-Page Final Report

Source: State House News Service Author: Chris Lisinski Federal officials on Wednesday ordered the MBTA to craft a series of plans in the next six weeks to fix major deficiencies in staffing, internal communications, safety management, and other problems. Capping off a months-long investigation into high-profile safety failures at the T that in some cases […]

Fidelity Bank recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Banks 2022; listed by Banker & Tradesman as one of the fastest-growing commercial loan providers

Fidelity Bank only central and western Massachusetts-based bank to appear on Forbes list; recognized on Banker & Tradesman Fast 50 list Leominster, Mass –Fidelity Bank has experienced recognition over the summer for its commitment to client satisfaction and growth. The bank today announced it was named one of Forbes “America’s Best Banks in Each State […]

Leominster Credit Union to hold Fall Shred-A-Thon

Leominster, MA – Leominster Credit Union will hold a Shred-A-Thon at its 910 West Boylston Street, Worcester, MA location on Saturday, September 17, 2022 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 shred on site by a […]

North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation approves financing to Wonder Products

Funding to support marketing, inventory and capital to support company’s Wonder Plunger product North Central Mass.—The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved a $50,000 loan to Wonder Products, a Sterling-based company focused on innovating everyday household products. Funding will be utilized […]

General Announcement of Name and Brand Change MEM Dance Theatre

With a proud heritage dating back more than 20 years, current owners of Paula Meola Dance & Performing Arts, Mary Elizabeth Tinervin and Matthew Kooyomjian are pleased to announce that as of August 24th, 2022 we have rebranded our business as MEM Dance Theatre “Sharing the Arts Together” We have added a tagline of “Sharing […]

Making Opportunity Count Announces New Board President

Fitchburg, MA — Making Opportunity Count (MOC), the North Central region’s community action agency dedicated to fighting poverty, has announced Dr. Paul S. MacKinnon as its new Board President. MacKinnon, who has been with the board since 2018, succeeds Oscar O’Connor who retired from the board after 18 years of service. “It’s been an honor […]

United Way of North Central Massachusetts Awards over $1 Million in Grants to Local Agencies

Grants Distributed to 44 agencies through Community Impact Fund and After School and Out-Of-School Time Program FITCHBURG, MA: August 16, 2022 — United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) has distributed $1,151,063 in funds to 44 local agencies through two grant programs. The grants will support programs that target pressing community needs and offer after […]

United Way to Host the 27th Annual Day of Caring

The United Way Day of Caring is an amazing event that mobilizes the power of volunteers from local companies and community residents. Last year, over 450 volunteers united to complete 43 projects at 37 local agencies! Join us for 27th Annual United Way Day of Caring and make a difference in North Central Massachusetts! This […]