SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY RELIEF GRANT PROGRAM: The Chamber is offering one-time energy grants of $1,000 to small businesses to help to off-set high energy prices and financial obstacles. Thank you to National Grid for contributing $100,000 to the Chamber to help make this grant program possible. Since launching the grant in July, we have already […]
When it comes to supporting the local community, you can look no further than Cassandra and Neil Abramson, owners of ECI Stores. ECI Stores is the parent company of four local consignment shops in Leominster, Ma: Cutie Patuties, CP & Company, Cutiques, and Q for Teens. Established in October 1998, ECI Stores has grown into […]
Fidelity Bank announced it is leading a $21 million leasehold mortgage in partnership with Savers Bank and North Brookfield Savings Bank to support the renovation and revitalization of ReNew Amherst Apartments, located at 44 South Point Drive, in Amherst, Mass. The property, which was built in 1968, offers a total of 182 apartments, consisting of one, […]
Source: State House News Service Author: Sam Doran, Alison Kuznitz, Colin A. Young Guv Has Until Oct. 8 To Act on Compromise After nearly two years of fits and starts, a long-awaited tax relief and reform package made it to the governor’s desk Thursday after senators overwhelmingly approved the legislative agreement. The roughly $1 billion […]
The Seventh Annual Toast to Hope Thursday, October 12th from 6 to 8 at Devens Common Center Join Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts for Wine, Whiskey, Craft Beer, Spirits … and Food tastings from local restaurants and bakers! Pouring by award-winning beer, wine and spirits distributors. All of the proceeds for this event will […]
Funding supports purchase of new equipment, working capital The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently granted a $32,000 loan to Rise & Grind Café and Smoothie Bar. A matching loan of $32,500 was provided by the City of Fitchburg, with NewVue Communities […]
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is partnering with other regional organizations to host the Work North Central Career and Hiring Event scheduled for Wednesday, October 4, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green Street, Gardner, Mass. Adult job seekers, high school graduates, college students in the […]
bankHometown invites customers and members of the community to three free Shred Days at local offices. Events will be held on the following dates and at the following locations. No appointment is necessary. Saturday, October 14: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.,* Leominster office, 9 Sack Blvd. Saturday, October 28: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.,* Webster […]
Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area is pleased to announce the launch of its 2024 Partnership Grant Program on Saturday, October 1st. Designed to provide strategic investments in the natural, cultural, and historical resources that enhance the region’s sense of place, $75,000 has been set aside for this funding cycle. Reimbursable matching grants of up to $7,500 are […]
Program offers businesses quick closing loans of up to $10,000 for remediation, losses caused by the September 11 flash floods Following Monday’s unprecedented flooding in Leominster and surrounding communities, the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, today announced the North Central Emergency Relief […]