North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation approves financing for The Vice

The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved financing of $30,000 to The Vice, a startup business located in Westminster. Business planning was provided by NewVue Communities in Fitchburg.

The Vice, a new café located at 134 Main Street in Westminster, has officially opened its doors. Owned and operated by Amanda Davidson, The Vice brings a fresh new spot for locals to enjoy pastries, ice cream, freshly prepared deli sandwiches, charcuterie boards, craft coffee, espresso, and dirty sodas!

To help with start-up costs, Davidson received a $30,000 loan from NCMDC. The financing supported the purchase of deli and kitchen equipment, inventory, and supplies needed to launch the café.

Located next to Westminster Pharmacy, The Vice offers both indoor seating and seasonal outdoor seating. The café is designed to be a welcoming gathering place for residents, workers, and visitors in Westminster Center.

“I wanted to create a space where people can enjoy great food, coffee, and community,” said Davidson. “I’m grateful for the support from NCMDC and NewVue Communities, which made it possible to bring this dream to life.”

For more information, visit https://www.thevice.biz or 978.668.5045

As a microloan lender, NCMDC can provide loans to small businesses up to $250,000 for working capital, real estate, equipment, inventory, expansion, and, working with our banking partners, to provide gap financing for the final piece of a project.

For more information about the NCMDC loan programs, please call 978.353.7607 or visit NorthCentralMass.com or ChooseNorthCentral.com

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