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Gala celebrates and raises funds for area kids
Region – Each fall, the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest (BGCMW) hosts a highly anticipated fundraising event, raising thousands of dollars for its...
Local garden clubs doing their best to keep community blooming during pandemic
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
Region - Several local garden clubs have been getting creative in what they have been able to execute and what...
UniBank selected to partner with Carroll Charitable Foundation
Region - UniBank, Central Massachusetts’ premier community bank, has announced that they have been selected as the financial partner of the Carroll Charitable Foundation...
Charlton Manor Rest Home and Assisted Living
Individualized and personalized care in a home-like setting
By Lauren Schiffman, Contributing Writer
Charlton - Situated on a 30-acre sprawl of land in Charlton, Charlton Manor...
Marlborough resident Wright honored as CEO of the Year
Region - Richard Wright, CEO and treasurer of RTN Federal Credit Union, has been selected as CEO of the Year at the Cooperative Credit...
UniBank appoint Sircar as Chief Financial Officer
Region - UniBank, Central Massachusetts’ premier community bank, today announced that Nobo Sircar has joined UniBank as its new Chief Financial Officer.
Sircar comes to...
Customer service is the secret to The Stone Cobblers’ continued success
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
West Boylston – Have you been thinking about updating your kitchen or bath? Or have you been working from...
Veterans Day parades fall victim to COVID-19
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Region – Justin Sousa, director of central Massachusetts Veterans’ Service District, recently gave an update regarding Veteran’s Day, Wednesday,...
Cornerstone Bank
A strong commitment to customer service throughout Central Massachusetts
By Morgan Hume, Contributing Writer
Region - As a customer, it is important to connect and build...
Ahead of general election, clerks fight to ensure safety and preserve accessibility
By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer
Region - Taking their third swing at the challenge of holding elections amid COVID-19, municipal staff across the region...
Region recovers after severe storm
An intense storm sent snapped trees and tree branches onto cars, homes, and power lines across the region, Wednesday 7.
Middlesex Sheriff’s Office formally introduces therapy K-9 Millie
Region – Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian recently introduced Millie - the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) first therapy dog. Millie joins fellow MSO working dogs...
Local Big Brothers Big Sisters hires new managers for mentoring program
Region - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & MetroWest (BBBS), parent organization of the Mazie Mentoring Program, recently hired Brandon Portillo to...
Cornerstone Bank receives first place for overall quality in banking awards
Worcester - Cornerstone Bank has been recognized by the 2020 New England Banking Choice Awards as the top bank in Central Massachusetts for overall quality.
“We...
The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest Gala to be held virtually this year
Region - The Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest (BGCMW) is adapting to the changes of 2020 and holding their 15th Annual Bids for...
Robbins to retire as Cornerstone Bank CEO
Region - After 34 years of dedicated service at Cornerstone Bank, K. Michael Robbins will be retiring as the bank’s CEO on December 31,...
Golden Tones Chorus music-making continues virtually
Region – Golden Tones, the Metrowest senior singing group, continues to lift their voices together virtually every week and new members are invited to...
Girl Scouts complete Silver Award Project
Region - Ava and Brielle, two Girl Scouts from Berlin Troop 75302, donated their time and talent cleaning up and refurbishing the playground at...
Central One Federal Credit Union
‘Best kept secret in banking’ offers members outstanding services and additional benefits
By Barbara Allen, Contributing Writer
Region - Credit unions are the “best kept...
Area communities plan limited Sept. 11 commemorations this year
By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer
Region - On the 19th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that claimed nearly 3000 lives, and contributed...