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A Legacy of Innovation Celebrating manufacturing in North Central Massachusetts

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North Central Massachusetts has a proud manufacturing heritage that can be sorted into two broad categories: “legacy” manufacturers of consumer goods like furniture, car parts, and food products, and “high-tech” firms specializing in innovation-driven products like pharmaceuticals, electronic components, and machinery parts. “Regardless of the category, manufacturing in North Central Massachusetts is experiencing a renaissance,” […]

MassCEO MetroWest Symposium on Employee Ownership – July 30th

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Join MassCEO on July 30th at Framingham State University to learn more about employee ownership models and how they may help your business! Date: Wednesday July 30th Time: 9:00AM – Noon Location: Framingham State University If you are interested in exploring an employee ownership model for your business, at the symposium you will: Learn about […]

Support CASA Project Worcester County’s Annual Backpack Drive!

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Believe it or not, CASA Project is already preparing for the next school year! We’re looking ahead to the bright futures of the children we serve. Starting early allows us to gather personal requests, grade-specific classroom lists, and the hundreds of essential supplies needed to ensure each child is set up for educational and social-emotional […]

Emerging Leaders Graduate from Community Leadership Institute

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Twenty-four of the region’s up-and-coming leaders recognized for community service, engagement Twenty-four of the region’s brightest, up-and-coming leaders were honored by the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce for completing the Chamber’s annual Community Leadership Institute (CLI) program. The Class of 2025 were recognized during the Chamber’s Annual Meeting held on June 12 at Great […]

Fitchburg State, MWCC & Clinton High School ink early college deal

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Source: Worcester Business Journal Author: By Mica Kanner-Mascolo As part of a statewide initiative to support students historically underrepresented in higher education, Clinton High School, Fitchburg State University, and Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner have entered into a collaboration allowing students to complete college-level coursework while earning their high school diplomas. Through the partnership, […]

North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation approves financing for Country Pizza in Fitchburg

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The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved financing of $122,500 for costs associated toward the purchase of Country Pizza, located at 6 Ashby State Road in Fitchburg. NewVue Communities assisted with developing the business plan for the ownership transition. Established in […]

Casey Brokerage: Simplifying Freight, One Shipment at a Time

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For businesses across the region seeking efficient and stress-free freight solutions, Casey Brokerage in Leominster, MA, is a trusted partner. Though the company was originally established in 1984, it began a new chapter in January 2025 when Justin Boucher and his father took over operations. With decades of entrepreneurial experience under their belts, the Bouchers […]

The Health Foundation Awards $250,000 to CHNA 9

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In front of an audience of over 400 with hundreds more tuning in online at the Health Equity Trends Summit, Governor Maura Healey announced a new initiative in partnership with The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts and the Health Equity Partnership of North Central Mass (CHNA 9) to advance health equity in the Ayer region. […]