On Saturday, May 16, from 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the Gardner Farmers Market, located at 62 Waterford St. in Gardner, for a fun and welcoming outdoor community event! Support local farmers and small businesses while shopping for fresh, locally grown produce and other farm-fresh goods. Farmers markets are an important part of strengthening […]
RT.12 Pickle will host the LIV STRONG Paddle Battle, an all-day pickleball fundraiser on Saturday, June 13 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, bringing the community together in support of Shrewsbury resident Liv Zerwas and her recovery journey. This high-energy event will feature an eight-hour pickleball marathon where players participate in two-hour waves of continuous […]
On behalf of the Recreation Department and the Town of Lancaster, we invite you to participate in Lancaster Day, a community-wide celebration on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Lancaster Community Center and back lawn. Lancaster Day brings together residents, town departments, committees, and local businesses to celebrate our community and kick […]
The United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) is pleased to announce it has received a $15,000 grant from the Worcester County Food Bank to support Phase 2 of its Regional Food Transportation System initiative. This funding will expand and strengthen a collaborative distribution model designed to improve the efficiency and reliability of food delivery […]
The Chamber’s advocacy work continues to deliver results for members at every level of government As a member of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, you have a powerful coalition advocating on your behalf every single day. From the halls of the State House to city council chambers and town halls across our 27-community […]
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and its economic development arm, the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), recognized several small businesses and individuals at the Third Annual Small Business Showcase and Entrepreneur Awards Reception, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Leominster on April 1, 2026. The awards celebrated entrepreneurship in the region […]
Green Leaf Construction today announced it has earned a National Health and Safety Merit Award from Associated Builders and Contractors, which was presented at the 36th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards during ABC Convention 2026 in Salt Lake City on March 19. Presented to just 59 contractors nationwide, Green Leaf Construction earned the award for […]
When the workday ends and the lights go down, Custom Cleaning Service of Peabody, Inc. gets to work. “We operate as our clients’ silent partner after business hours,” says Adam Paicos, of Templeton, who now serves as Director of Operations and oversees the company’s expansion into North Central MA. “We are not often seen, but […]
Governor Maura Healey to Deliver Keynote Address The 42nd Annual Business Meeting and Luncheon for the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Great Wolf Lodge, 150 Great Wolf Drive, Fitchburg. As the region’s cornerstone annual event, the Chamber’s Annual Business Meeting […]
Behind every strong local economy are the tools, resources, and partnerships that help businesses grow and that’s exactly where our work continues to make an impact. Expanding Access to Small Business Funding Through the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), we’re helping entrepreneurs access the capital they need to succeed, especially those who may not […]