FITCHBURG — Amanda Koeck has settled into her role as the executive director of the Senior Center since taking the helm in March of last year. The city resident previously worked at the Lunenburg Adult Activity Center as an administrative assistant and transportation coordinator for almost eight years and before that she freelanced for the […]
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‘We all have a story to tell’
A female entrepreneur who owns nail salons in each of the Twin Cities has proven that success is possible through hard work and a whole lot of grit and determination, truly the epitome of the American dream. When Susan’s Nails & Spa owner Huong Marosz immigrated to the United States from Vietnam at the age […]
‘We appreciate the community,’ Last Minute Gifts and Flowers ready for Valentine’s Day
FITCHBURG — Tucked into an otherwise nondescript building on River Street is a lush oasis filled with a wide variety of flowers and plants, a place run by a businesswoman who has been in the florist industry for over two decades. Kelly Vermette purchased the building that houses Last Minute Gifts and Flowers in 2022, […]
Dog License Poster Contest: Calling all animal lovers, young artists
FITCHBURG — Leominster Fitchburg Animal Control and the City Clerk of Fitchburg are seeking submissions for the annual Dog License Poster Contest. Artists who live or are educated in Fitchburg from grades 1 through 6 are invited to create an original piece of artwork to help members of the city of Fitchburg keep their dogs […]
‘The call to action is as loud today’
FITCHBURG — A large crowd gathered at the senior center on Monday for the 26th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration. The event organized by the Montachusett Martin Luther King Coalition (MMLKC) featured a program full of music, prayer, poetry, food, a moderated panel on DEI, and remarks from special guests speakers including Mayor Sam Squailia and other […]
Applewild School opens state-of-the-art dorm for middle school students
FITCHBURG — Applewild School recently unveiled its new state-of-the-art dormitory for middle school students, a significant milestone in the school’s effort to create a transformative educational experience to students from near, and far. The dormitory’s completion is a major component of the ambitious Applewild Forever Campaign, which is designed to elevate the school’s facilities and […]
