All One Credit Union is proud to support the Fitchburg Public Library (FPL) and help make their new mascot a reality through their recent donation. This donation reflects All One Credit Union’s commitment to supporting education, literacy, and community connections.

As the Fitchburg Public Library building project continues—including renovations to the Wallace Building and an addition that will house the children’s library and public meeting space –the mascot

Pictured: Left to Right: Kelli Rooney, Senior Vice President, Community Engagement & Marketing, All One Credit Union; Barbara Mahoney, President & CEO, All One Credit Union; Deb Hinkle, Director, Fitchburg Public Library; the new FPL mascot; Sam Squailia, Mayor of Fitchburg; and Matthew Bruun, Chair of the Library Board of Trustees.

will become a great addition by helping to create opportunities for engagement and fun.

“Thanks to the generous support of All One Credit Union, our new mascot will help us connect with families in a new way. A mascot is a memorable ambassador for the library that will bring energy and approachability to every event we attend, from school visits to community celebrations,” stated Deb Hinkle, Director, Fitchburg Public Library..

The new owl mascot showcases the Fitchburg Public Library logo on the front and the All One Credit Union logo on the sleeve, adding a recognizable presence at events and representing our community partnership.

“We are proud to partner with the Fitchburg Public Library in bringing their beloved mascot to life, a joyful symbol that inspires curiosity, sparks imagination and makes every visit a little more magical for readers of all ages. By supporting this initiative, we are helping create memorable experiences, encourage a lifelong love of learning, and strengthen the bonds within our communities, said Barbara Mahoney, President & CEO, All One Credit Union.

The Fitchburg Public Library will invite the community to share name ideas throughout the summer at various events and through social media engagement, with the final selection announced in the fall.

To learn more about the library and its current renovation and expansion project, visit fitchburgpubliclibrary.org.

Leominster’s Summer Stroll returns on Saturday June 13, 3pm – 7pm. In the event of inclement weather, the event will moved to Sunday June 14, 3pm – 7pm.

There will be businesses and vendors with activities and giveaways, as well as attractions and entertainment. You won’t want to miss this year’s Summer Stroll as we celebrate America250!

Vendors (business, organization, group, food truck, etc) interested in participating in the Summer Stroll are invited to head to https://tinyurl.com/SummerStroll2026App for more information and register by Friday June 5 at 4pm. Vendors from ALL communities are welcome to participate.

Anyone interested in having their vehicle in the Summer Stroll Car Show can head to tinyurl.com/SummerStrollCarShow  for more information and to register by Friday June 5 at 4pm. ALL makes, models, and years are welcome to participate.

We are also continuing to accept sponsorships through Friday June 5 at 4pm. Any businesses interested in becoming a sponsor can email for more info.

The Fitchburg Housing Authority is preparing for its 5th Annual Block Party at the Green Acres community, led by Resident Services Coordinator Michael Chernoch, and invites local businesses, organizations, and community partners to help make this year’s event a success through sponsorships, donations, and participation opportunities.

The event will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This community is home to approximately 225 children ages 0–17, and the event brings families together for food, fun, and connection.

We are seeking donations of goods, services, or monetary support to help provide food, activities like a bounce house and face painting, and raffle prizes for both youth and adults. We also welcome local businesses to participate with a table to engage with residents and share resources.

As a Resident Services Coordinator, I work to connect families with essential supports and opportunities. Contributions from community partners like you help make events like this possible.

Any support is greatly appreciated. Charitable contributions to governmental units may be tax-deductible under Section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code when made for a public purpose.

For more information or to get involved, please contact:
Michael Chernoch
Resident Services Coordinator, Fitchburg Housing Authority

Fidelity Bank today announced it has appointed Sean J. O’Connell to President in addition to his current role as the Bank’s Chief Lending Officer. As President, O’Connell will oversee all client-facing business lines, community engagement, and philanthropic initiatives, while helping to drive continued growth across all markets.

“Sean is a trusted and forward-thinking leader who understands what it means to build strong relationships – with clients, colleagues and our communities,” said Matt Burke, Chairman and CEO of Mutual Bancorp, Fidelity Bank’s parent company. “His ability to connect strategy with execution, combined with his deep commitment to community banking, positions him well to lead Fidelity Bank in its next chapter. We’re fortunate to have strong leadership in place with Sean, along with Tom Galvani, Chief Retail Banking Officer, and our entire team committed to serving clients and communities in our region.”

“Fidelity Bank has long been a cornerstone of the communities we serve, and I’m honored to serve as the next leader of the institution,” said O’Connell. “We have a tremendous opportunity to build on our legacy – expanding how we support local businesses, investing in our communities, and continuing to deliver the personalized, relationship-driven banking our clients value.”

With more than two decades of experience in community and regional banking, O’Connell came to Fidelity Bank in 2025 from UniBank, where he spent nine years in progressive senior leadership roles and oversaw lending operations supporting 13 retail banking locations. Earlier in his career, he held a variety of leadership and client-facing roles at Citizens Bank and Barre Savings Bank.

O’Connell earned a master’s degree in business administration from Nichols College, and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Westfield State College. He is also Omega Credit Certified and completed credit training from the Massachusetts Bankers Association.

He is actively engaged in the community and currently serves on the board