The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved a $35,000 loan to Alicia Favreau, owner of Empowered Boutique + Spa, to support the launch of her new wellness venture at 67 North Main Street in Leominster. Business planning was provided by NewVue […]
The City of Gardner has been awarded just under $1.5 million to fund the South Gardner Revitalization Project, a major infrastructure improvement initiative focused on the section of East Broadway from the Standard Chair of Gardner Factory to the Gardner Martial Arts Academy. This project will relocate overhead utility wires underground, install new concrete sidewalks, […]
Growing Places, in partnership with the City of Gardner, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new Waterford Street Regional Food Center, located at 62 Waterford Street, Gardner, MA. The ceremony featured remarks from Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, Mayor Mike Nicholson of Gardner, Steve Adams, President of the North Central Massachusetts Community […]
The United Way of North Central Massachusetts (UWNCM) has awarded $307,800 in grants to 23 local agencies, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the well-being and development of young people across the region. Provided through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) After School and Out-of-School Time (ASOST) Program and in partnership with the United Ways of […]
LUK, Inc. was recently awarded $25,000 in funding from the Amelia Peabody Foundation to support their Mentoring program. LUK Mentoring pairs caring, responsible adults with youth age 6-17 in the community who would benefit from having an additional trusted adult in their life. Mentors serve as positive role models for the youth, encouraging healthy behavioral […]
In recognition of National Manufacturing Month, the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and its economic development arm, the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation, recently partnered with regional organizations to host a unique manufacturing bus tour. The tour showcased the manufacturing industry, advocated for stronger career pathways in schools, and addressed workforce and talent challenges […]
A new proposal on Beacon Hill would fund extended commuter rail services along the Route 2 corridor into north central Massachusetts with revenue from a hypothetical casino. The Rep. Natalie Higgins bill (H 3680) vetted by the Joint Committee on Transportation Tuesday would create an InterCity Regional Passenger Rail fund to finance passenger rail projects […]
Join United Way of North Central MA this Thursday, October 16, to support our food drive and help fill boxes for local families in need! Across North Central Massachusetts, 27% more households are now relying on local food pantries. Your donations can make a real difference for families facing food insecurity. Most Needed Items Peanut […]
At Xochimilco Mexican Cuisine, every guest is welcomed into a dining experience that goes beyond just food. Since opening this year, owner Catalino Mateo has made it his mission to create a space where people can enjoy authentic Mexican flavors in a comfortable and inviting environment. Catalino emphasizes that what sets Xochimilco apart is the […]
We’re thrilled to announce that The Bull Run has been selected as the Massachusetts recipient of the Backing Historic Small Restaurants Grant, a national program from the National Trust for Historic Preservation in partnership with American Express. This initiative supports 50 independently owned historic restaurants across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin […]