“Helping organizations find a clear path forward” is the first headline readers see on Antonioni Consulting’s website. Maria Antonioni founded her consulting business in Leominster in June 2023 after more than 20 years of experience in executive leadership. Her approach is highly individualized and holistic. “My goal is to understand how your unique non-profit […]
$40,000 in financing approved for Handcrafted Artisanal Marketplace, bringing unique local shopping experience to Airport Road in Fitchburg The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved $40,000 in start-up financing for Handcrafted Artisanal Marketplace, a new specialty gift shop at 68 Airport […]
Ginny’s Helping Hand is proud to support hundreds of families in need through our Holiday Food Basket program. Each basket is thoughtfully prepared with essential items to help make the holidays special. While the contents may vary, most baskets include a frozen turkey or ham, stuffing, gravy, carrots, potatoes, onions, cranberry sauce, butter, rolls, and […]
On Friday, November 8, 2024, at 9:00am Mayor Nicholson, State Representative Jon Zlotnik, City Council President Elizabeth Kazinskas, Members of the CAC Board of Directors and other local officials will be meeting at 62 Waterford Street for the Gardner Community Action Committee “CAC” to sign their new lease at the future Community Center on Waterford […]
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and Applewild School announced a groundbreaking new affinity partnership aimed at supporting Chamber members and their families by offering exclusive benefits, including tuition discounts and preferential access to Applewild’s renowned educational programs. The partnership addresses one of the region’s most pressing challenges: access to high-quality childcare and education. […]
The City of Fitchburg announces the renewal of its Fitchburg Community Electricity Aggregation (Fitchburg CEA) program, with new prices for the period December 2024 through December 2027. Fitchburg CEA is a group purchasing program, operated by the City since 2023, which provides electricity supply options to help residents and businesses manage costs and increase renewable […]
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the participants selected for the 2025 Community Leadership Institute (CLI). This prestigious nine-month program equips future leaders with essential skills and deep regional knowledge, focusing on key sectors and topics including media and crisis communications; non-profit governance and volunteerism; healthcare; arts and culture; government […]
The Fitchburg Art Museum invites the public to attend The G.O.A.T. Gala on Saturday, November 16, 2024. A Night at the Museum provides support for FAM’s community initiatives, exhibitions, and special programs. This year’s celebration is inspired by the iconic sports photography of Walter Iooss. The Fitchburg Art Museum’s G.O.A.T. Gala celebrates our FAMily and embraces team […]
Question 5: A Well-Intentioned Measure with Unintended Consequences As the President and CEO of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, I feel compelled to address the potential impacts of Massachusetts Ballot Question 5 on our local economy and communities. While the intention behind this measure—to ensure fair wages for all workers—is laudable, the reality […]
As the Commonwealth’s voters go to the polls in less than a month, we at the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce are deeply concerned about Massachusetts Ballot Question 2, which proposes to eliminate the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) statewide standardized tests as a primary high school graduation requirement. While well-intentioned, this measure threatens to […]