The Annual Meeting of Leominster Credit Union was held on April 18, 2017 at the Credit Union’s Executive and Operations Building in Leominster.

The President’s report presented the financial highlights for 2016. Total assets ending 2016 increased to $643 million from $627 million at the end of 2015. LCU is ranked as the 13th largest credit union in Massachusetts. LCU’s loan portfolio remains strong increasing from $419 million in 2015 to $440 million in 2016. Deposits increased from $436 million in 2015 to $454 million in 2016. With a capital/asset ratio of 8.70%, Leominster Credit Union is recognized as a Well Capitalized Financial Institution by its primary regulator, the Massachusetts Division of Banks.

Following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors met and elected officers for 2017-2018.

Michael J. Sauvageau was re-elected to the office of Chairman of the Board. He is a Leominster resident and has been on the Board since 2007. Sauvageau serves on LCU’s Executive Committee.

Richard A. Sheppard was elected Vice Chairman.  Sheppard serves on the Executive, Audit, Investment and Compensation Committees.  He is a Sterling resident and has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2005.

Andrew D. Cousins was elected Treasurer.  Cousins is a resident of Sterling and joined the Leominster Credit Union Board of Directors in 2005.  Cousins serves on the Executive, Audit and Compensation Committees.

Nancy L. Graves was elected Assistant Treasurer.  Graves serves on the Executive, Credit, Investment, and Advisory Committees. She is a Leominster resident and has served on the LCU Board of Directors since 2004.

Giulio G. Greco, was elected Clerk.  Greco has served as Chairman from 1994-1998 and again from 2008-2011. He currently serves on the Executive and Credit Committees. Greco is a lifelong resident of Leominster. He has served on the Board since 1978.

Joining the officers on the 2017-2018 Board of Directors are, Amedeo E. Bilotta of Lunenburg, Bruce J. Bollivar of Holden, Anthony A. Gasbarro of Leominster, Henry C. Kulik, Jr. of Westminster, Joyce A. LaFleur of Leominster and Joseph V. Quintal of Clinton. The Board of Directors is responsible for setting LCU policies.

Founded in 1954, Leominster Credit Union (LCU) is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative with a full range of deposit, lending and other financial services. Headquartered in Leominster, Massachusetts, LCU is proud to claim nearly 50,000 members and more than $600 million in assets. LCU has seven branch locations in Leominster, Worcester, Clinton, Holden, Sterling and North Leominster with ATM services at all branch locations. LCU also provides 24 hour banking via Mobile and Online services. Visit leominstercu.com or call 800-649-4646.

The Basics
Score:  Wachusett Dirt Dawgs 8, Bristol Blues 2
Records:  Dirt Dawgs (18-13) | Blues (17-15)

How it Happened

Eddie Santiago (Mitchell) got the start for the Dawgs, going 5.2 innings allowing just four hits, two earned runs, while striking out five batters.

Wachusett exploded out of the gate, as they plated five runs on just two hits. The Dawgs loaded the bases on two walks and a hit by pitch, before Mike Coggeshall (Assumption) drove in a pair with a single through the right side. Andrew Bene (Shippensburg) cleared the bases with a three run shot over the left field fence making it 5-0.

After the Dawgs added a run in the bottom of the second, Bristol got on the board in the top of the third inning, as they had a two run shot to left center field off the bat of Max Goione (Siena) to make it 6-2 Wachusett.

The Dirt Dawgs extended their lead in the bottom of the fourth inning as Jeff Korte (Eastern Florida) scored on a double steal. In the fifth inning, Thomas Hughes (Oklahoma) and Ryan Lever (UMass Amherst) had back to back hits to push the lead to 8-2.

Inside the Numbers

• Even though the Dirt Dawgs only managed five hits, they drew 11 walks.

Up Next
The Dirt Dawgs wrap up their quick home stand as they welcome the Seacoast Mavericks to Doyle Field for NASCAR Night, first pitch is scheduled for 6:35pm. Bristol returns to action tomorrow as they travel to Worcester to take on the Bravehearts at 7:05pm.

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By Elizabeth Dobbins, edobbins@sentinelandenterprise.com

FITCHBURG — It’s not just about the food at Al Fresco Fitchburg, a new Main Street event promoting locally owned restaurants.

It’s also about the scene.

“You’re going to have eight restaurants cooking in front of you,” said Joel Kaddy, organizer and Ward 3 City Councilor. “You’re going to have beautiful dinner music. You’re going to have the smell of the food.”

During the event Thursday evening, diners will sit down at tables set up in Main Street to watch chefs cook multiple course meals and dine, Kaddy said.

“The whole idea is to provide outdoor dining and to support locally owned restaurants,” he said.

The event — a collaboration between Kaddy, Fitchburg Pride and the city’s economic development office — will temporarily shut down Main Street between Prichard and Oliver streets.

Tables of six, two for each restaurant, will be seated at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. and diners will eat as soft music is played.

Craft beer and other alcohol will be available at a cash bar until 10 p.m. and afterward diners are encouraged to visit other downtown businesses, like The Boulder Cafe, for drinks.

“I would like some of our customers to visit some of our other locations,” he said.

Unlike many “taste of” events, diners will eat food at the event from only one restaurant — the place where they purchase the ticket.

Tickets are available at Dario’s Ristorante, Zapata Mexican Cocina, The Fay Club, Dickie’s Grillin, Slattery’s, Oak Hill Country Club, Beemers Pub & Grill and Il Ricordi.

Zapata’s offerings will include ceviche, rice, beef, guacamole and smoked churros, owner Michel Coronado said.

A preliminary menu from Slattery’s includes chilled gaspacho, a salad of roasted red and golden beets and a roast tenderloin of beef.

“We’ve always been involved in the city,” Slattery’s owner Dave Celuzza said. “It’s the good will. It’s being part of it with the rest of the city.”

The restaurant’s 24 seats at the event were almost all purchased as of Friday afternoon, according Celuzza.

Kaddy said he hopes diners are inspired to try new restaurants from the food they see at the event.

“We have some wonderful restaurants and some wonderful people running them,” he said.

In the event of rain, Al Fresco Fitchburg will be moved to July 27.

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ABOUT THE SHOW

Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe – a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. PINKALICOUS THE MUSICAL is about learning the power of self-control and the importance of moderation.

Director – Kyle Carlson

Music Director – Katrina Baer

Choreographer – Emily Smith

CAST REQUIREMENTS – Ensemble of teens (ages 14 and up)

WHERE AND WHEN

Where? Mount Wachusett Community College, room 182

When? Monday, July 24 and Wednesday, July 26 at 6:30PM sharp – no appointment needed

Performance Dates: Show at the Mount on October 28 at 2:00pm; on tour October 5, 6, 19, 20, 27 (Tour dates are weekdays – performers should plan on missing school on these dates)

Tentative Rehearsal Schedule: Sunday afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday evenings beginning August 13.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AUDITIONERS WILL BE ASKED TO SING A SHORT VOCAL SELECTION THAT WILL BE TAUGHT AT THE AUDITION; AND THERE WILL BE A DANCE AUDITION, (combination also taught at the audition) FOR ALL ROLES AND CHORUS (wear appropriate clothing and footwear). Some performers will also be asked to do cold-readings from the script.