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LUK, Inc. to Provide Mental Health Training through Brake the Silence Grant Funding

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LUK, Inc. recently received funding from Brake the Silence Foundation to provide Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention trainings.

LUK will host these Mental Health and Suicide Prevention trainings to promote the health and well-being of Worcester County residents. Participants will learn how to identify potential mental health concerns, where they can receive support, and skills to interrupt harm.

The funding from Brake the Silence will allow LUK to offer a variety of trainings that vary in length, intensity, and scope. The overall goal of the project is to raise awareness of mental health challenges, prevent suicide, and connect people in need to supportive services. By raising awareness, LUK may strengthen mental/behavioral health services for Central Massachusetts residents, encourage individuals to strive for recovery, or support a loved one in their recovery journey.

LUK, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the safety, health, and well-being of youth, families, and adults in Central Massachusetts. As a community-based organization, LUK’s mission is to challenge and inspire youth, adults, and families to realize their unique potential through community-based prevention, intervention, education, and support services.

HUB Outlook 2024

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Hub International Massachusetts, global insurance brokerage, has released its outlook for insurance for 2024.

The report, complemented by 14 in-depth industry- and sector-specific assessments, is based on insights from HUB’s proprietary survey of 900 executives and 200 high net worth individuals and their advisors. Amid elevated risk factors — from geopolitical instability, natural disasters and labor disruptions to the rapid evolution of AI — many companies and high net worth individuals still rely on legacy risk mitigation, insurance and employee engagement strategies, resulting in a false sense of preparedness. Organizations with a forward-looking and comprehensive approach can seamlessly navigate risks. On the contrary, those lacking such actions and initiatives tend to overestimate their readiness or possess a false sense of preparedness and expose their businesses to risks.

Click here to learn more.

Berkshire Bank Recognized Among Top 10 Most Trusted Banks in America

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3rd Consecutive Year on Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America List

Berkshire Bank, a relationship-driven, community-focused bank in New England and New York, has been recognized as one of the top 10 most trusted banks in America by Newsweek magazine.

It’s the third consecutive year Berkshire Bank has been on the list of Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America. It is the only bank recognized this year that is headquartered in Massachusetts.

Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2024 includes 700 companies across 23 industries that were evaluated by U.S. customers, employees, and investors. Results were based on an independent survey from a sample of about 25,000 people who evaluated publicly and privately held companies based in the United States with revenues over $500 million. Respondents rated companies on customer, employee, and investor trust. Results also reflect a survey of what was said about a company in various media online.

Newsweek partnered with Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and provider of industry rankings, to issue its ranking of America’s most trustworthy companies.

Community Development Week

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The National Community Development Association (NCDA) has recognized April 1-5, 2024, as National Community Development Week. This week provides the opportunity for communities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Member communities are also recognizing the work of the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. The programs are critical to the development of local strategies and initiatives to provide affordable housing, critical services, community infrastructure, and economic development in low- and moderate-income areas.

Enacted by Congress in 1974 under the Housing and Community Development Act, the primary goal of the CDBG program is simple yet profound: to empower local communities, providing them with the resources and tools necessary to enhance the quality of life for all residents. Over 1,250 state and local governments receive CDBG allocations to support housing rehabilitation programs, public infrastructure projects, small business assistance, emergency housing assistance, and a broad range of public service programming.

From FY2005 to FY2023, CDBG facilitated the creation and retention of 563,236 economic development related jobs, contributed to infrastructure developments benefitting approximately 57 million persons, assisted over 189 million persons through public service activities, and met the housing needs of over 1.9 million households. Since 1992, the HOME program has produced more than 1.37 million affordable housing units and assisted more than 387,000 households through tenant-based rental assistance.

National Community Development Week provides the opportunity for Congressional members to see first- hand the results of these programs and to learn from grantees, program subrecipients and beneficiaries why more program funding is needed. We support National Community Development Week and value the impact the CDBG and HOME programs have made in our community.

Community Development Week 2023 Newsletter

SBA Emerging Leaders Thrive – Recruitment of 25 Greater Worcester Small Businesses for the 2024 Cohort

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The MA SBA will have two cohorts for the Emerging Leaders Thrive program  – one in Greater Worcester/surrounding communities and also Greater Boston. They need 25 businesses for each for a total of 50 businesses. SBA underwrites 100% of the cost of this program and it is free to the entrepreneur. To be eligible, the business must be at least 2-3 years old, have one employee, and have revenues in excess of $250K. The program is not for start ups and is for businesses that are committed to the growth of their business.

Over the course of six months, there will be 8 in person sessions but the in person is augmented with virtual sessions and small group discussions. Modules during the curriculum cover all aspects of successfully running a small business and a number of SME’s will be introduced to the participants, both nationally and locally. Both cohorts will be covered by the same instructor from last year who is the reason why the MA office decided to up our commitment to two cohorts and bring the program back to central MA again this year. The end product the small business achieves as a result of their participation is a growth and action plan that they develop.

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USA Luge announces partnership with Sitka Creations

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USA Luge announced a new partnership with Sitka® Creations, LLC, a graphic design studio providing clients with creative and effective graphic and web design, and visual communication services, making Sitka Creations the official marketing partner for the organization.

Founded by Tamar Russell Brown in 2002, Sitka Creations was first opened in Rockland, Maine with Russell Brown and a few freelance staff. Over the years, the business has expanded to locations in Martha’s Vineyard, New York City, and Leominster, Massachusetts. The business is currently based in Shirley, Massachusetts.

“While we were only recently introduced to USA Luge, our team at Sitka Creations was quickly embraced by the USA Luge family,” said Russell Brown. “We are proud to support the organization and its hardworking athletes with our expertise and knowledge in marketing and social media and look forward to sharing the journey toward the 2026 Games with the athletes, staff and fans.”

The partnership includes working to enhance USA Luge’s social media presence as well as offering the organization with a consistent look and voice as the 2026 Olympics approach.

“USA Luge is responsible for recruiting, developing, training, and supporting athletes to represent the United States at all levels of competition, including the Olympic Games. Most of our resources go to making the athletes and their sleds go as fast as possible and we operate very lean on the marketing side,” said Gordy Sheer, 1998 Olympic silver medalist and director, marketing and sponsorship, USA Luge. “Aside from creating visual templates for social media posts, creating posts, working with USA Luge on a monthly posting schedule, the Sitka Creations team also provided much-needed guidance. In short, they serve as an additional staff member and have fully (and easily) integrated themselves into our operations for which we are most grateful.”

The nine-circuit World Cup season will kick-off in Lillehammer, Norway on November 29-December 1, 2024, with the 53rd World Championships scheduled for February 6-8, 2025, on the 2010 Olympic track in Whistler, British Columbia.

Stem Employer & Educator WorkGroup Meeting

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You are invited to the MassHire Northcentral Workforce Board’s upcoming Regional STEM Workgroup meeting on April 4th, from 8:00 to 9:30, at Leominster City Hall. This collaborative initiative is designed to bring together employers and educators to create opportunities and exposure for students interested in pursuing careers in STEM.

As educators, their roles include:

  • Promoting STEM employers and internship opportunities to students, highlight the invaluable benefits and real-world relevance these experiences offer for future career trajectories.
  • Identify, vet, and nominate potential interns for MassHire’s subsidized 100-hour STEM internship program.

As employers, engagement is key because:

  • Provides valuable feedback and insights to educators, shaping the curriculum and learning experiences to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in STEM careers.
  • Opens doors for captivating facility tours and engaging informational sessions, giving students an immersive glimpse into the dynamic world of STEM careers and workplace environments. Embracing the opportunity to host interns at your organization, offering them hands-on experience and invaluable mentorship, shaping the next generation of STEM employees.

Register here by March 28th to confirm your attendance and secure your spot in this collaborative effort to empower the next generation of STEM leaders.

Leominster Cleanup

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This year’s Leominster Cleanup will kick off on Monday April 22, which is Earth Day, and will run through Wednesday May 22. Volunteers can pick their time, pick their location, and pick up some trash. We will be giving out supplies, including t-shirts, trash bags, and gloves (while supplies last) at Leominster City Hall starting April 16.

Businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring this event can confirm their interest to Melissa Tasca at through Tuesday March 19. A $100 sponsorship puts their logo on the back of the t-shirt distributed to the first 150 volunteers.

Montachusett Regional Transit Authority – Fare Free Initiative

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The FARE FREE Initiative has been underway since January 1para y runs to June 2024. Feedback from our customers has been very positive.

MART launched a New Gardner Route 3. Gardner Route 3 (mrta.us). A 30-minute fixed route that connects the north and south areas of Gardner together. The new route cuts the usual bus loop time in half and was based on the community feedback from the City of Gardner. This service runs from 6AM to 4PM and began on January 6ta. Saturday/Sunday services have begun for the  Athol/Orange Shuttle Route, Athol Link, and Gardner Route 3 with more locations on the way.

Lastly, an all-new MART refreshed website was pushed live for MART’s public transportation users! MART (mrta.us). Beginning on the first of the month, MART’s completely renovated website has been live to our customers with positive reviews on ease of use and the ability to find information easier. The new website was created with the intention of user-friendliness and up-to-date information and design elements.

Each day, we are striving to pursue our Mission Statement – “To serve people by getting them where they need to go to lead their lives.” MART is making many exciting leaps forward this year as we continue to reach for that goal in serving the MART community. More new announcements to follow.

Thank you all for helping MART in serving our community through public transportation! Much more exciting things to come in 2024. Stay alert on our Facebook and Website platforms.