CLINTON —The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC), the economic development arm of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, recently approved $32,000 to support the startup of Best Family Fitness, a new fitness center located at 360 High St. Serving patrons of all athletic backgrounds, Best Family Fitness will focus on clients seeking more […]
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The Nash Casino to open March 5
Nashua, N.H. — The Nash Casino at the Pheasant Lane Mall in Nashua will officially open its doors to guests on Wednesday, March 5 at 9 a.m., taking its place as the largest charitable gaming venue in the state. “Our team has worked tirelessly to create a world class entertainment experience, and we look forward […]
Beacon MedTech Solutions appoints new director of operations
LEOMINSTER — Beacon MedTech Solutions recently announced that Phil Littlefield will serve as director of operations, effective immediately. With a track record of success in global manufacturing, medical device production and Lean Six Sigma practices, Littlefield will lead Beacon MedTech’s operations organization in developing new processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing best practices to […]
CSB hires Lori Kowal commercial loan administration VP
CLINTON — Bringing over 30 years of experience in banking, Lori Kowal was recently hired as the vice president of commercial loan administration by Clinton Savings Bank. Kowal joined the Bank from Bay State Savings Bank in Worcester and has experience at various community banks across the state. Kowal, who resides in Spencer, will be […]
Gov. Healey eyes tax increases for Massachusetts in her fiscal year 2026 budget proposal
Gov. Maura Healey slipped a series of tax increases into her fiscal year 2026 budget like applying the sales tax to candy, slapping the tobacco tax on synthetic nicotine produces, imposing an excise tax on complimentary rooms offered by hotels, and capping the charitable deduction tax.
Republicans attack Healey’s politics, policies in rebuttal to State of the Commonwealth
Massachusetts Republicans painted a dire picture Thursday night of a state crippled by overspending on the state-run shelter system, a lack of transparency on Beacon Hill, and widespread mismanagement of the state finances.
