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Oxford, Massachusetts, April 21, 2020 —bankHometown has approved over 400 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans totaling more than $51 million, allowing hundreds of local businesses across central Massachusetts and northeastern Connecticut to keep more than 6,000 employees on the payroll.

The program has helped small businesses like bankHometown customer Wormtown Brewery... Read More

The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) believes we can all still celebrate Earth Day, even if we cannot gather together for town-wide cleanups. To help individuals throughout The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor get into cleanup mode, TLGV is starting a cleanup contest.

 Participation is easy. Go to TheLastGreenValley.org homepage and scroll to the News section. You will find the announcement of... Read More

Agency clinical leaders share tips to maintain mental health through pandemic

(Worcester, MA – April 10, 2020)... Read More

Worcester, MA – 4/15/2020 – Webster First has been a proud community credit union since it first opened in 1928. It’s been an essential part of the credit union’s mission to show support for their communities by getting involved with local causes and organizations, and giving back through charitable donations.

During these uncertain times in which COVID-19 has affected the lives of the people in their communities, Webster... Read More

This decision is made by the local and state government in adherence to CDC guidelines.  Please note, at this time, all activities and programs are cancelled except for the Hannaford’s shopping on Tuesday mornings.  Although the Center is closed, our staff are working remotely.  If you are in need of assistance, please call the Center, leave a message, your call will be answered or you can email us at... Read More

SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, April 15, 2020 – Harrington HealthCare System is now offering telehealth appointments for select services during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Telehealth appointments allow patients to meet with a doctor from home via videoconference or telephone, helping them to maintain social distancing and minimize the risk of infection with COVID-19.

Both existing and new patients can request a Telehealth app... Read More

Grafton, Mass. April 11, 2020. . . Apple Tree Arts has launched an online auction “Curtains UP!, Act 2: Bid for Community Voices.” The two-week auction provides an opportunity for communities to support Apple Tree Arts, area businesses and individual/families in need.

Visit https://www.accelevents.com/e... Read More

(BOSTON – 04/09/2020) Yesterday, the Massachusetts State Senate passed An Act providing for a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19 emergency to provide a critical safety net for renters, homeowners and small businesses grappling with the immediate economic fallout of the current public health pandemic.

“This legislation allows us to protect homeowners and tenants during these uncertain time... Read More