Boston — On Thursday, Senator Jake Oliveira (Hampden, Hampshire & Worcester District) joined his colleagues in the Senate to unanimously approve a $375 million bond authorization for statewide transportation projects. The vital funding initiative underscores a strong commitment to supporting the state's Chapter 90 program and invests in critical areas such as roads, bridges, regional transit equipment and infrastructure, bicycle infrastructure, and electric vehicle infrastructure. Senator Oliveira was
Boston – On Friday, State Senator Jake Oliveira (Hampden, Hampshire & Worcester District) welcomed Nicole Polite, Founder and CEO of The MH Group, to Beacon Hill as his recipient of the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus's Black Excellence Awards.One of the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus's premiere celebrations – Black Excellence on the Hill, is designed to share and uplift Black leaders, trailblazers, and changemakers who continue to contribute to each respective March 29, 2024 - Country Bank, a leading financial institution serving Central and Western Massachusetts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Dufault as the Senior Vice President of the Retail Lending Department. With an impressive thirty-five years in the mortgage industry and an entrepreneurial and construction background, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his new role.Tom has gained extensive experience in construction standards, business acumen, and process improvements March 21, 2024 - Country Bank, a leading financial institution in Western and Central Massachusetts, announced the appointment of four new corporators and a new trustee at its Annual Meeting on Monday, March 11, 2024.James Phaneuf, Chair of the Board welcomed the new corporators to the Bank, stating, "We are thrilled to have these accomplished individuals join our team. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will contribute to the continued success of Country Bank."Ivon Gois, President of Gois Dan Moriarty, Monson Savings Bank President & CEO (center right), and Michael Rouette, Monson Savings Bank Executive Vice President & COO (center left), presented Assistant Vice President Commercial Loan Operations Officer Sara Rodrigues (center left) and Bank Secrecy Analyst (BSA) Bridget Bunce (center right), with their President’s Award certificatesMonson - Monson Savings Bank, a bank that has served local communities for more than 150 years, has proudly announced its second annual President’s Award Boston, MA — March 25, 2024 — On Thursday, Senator Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow) joined his colleagues in the Senate to pass bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing abuse and exploitation online by criminalizing the dissemination of sexually explicit images or videos without an individual's consent. The bill, S.2073, An Act to Prevent Abuse and Exploitation, takes a multifaceted approach to tackling online harassment and exploitation. It includes provisions for a comprehensive educational program designed to
Springfield, MA- Springfield WORKS, a community initiative of the Western Mass Economic Development Council, Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, and the Economic Pathways Coalition of Massachusetts are organizing a Legislative Briefing on Tuesday, April 2nd. The event will occur from 1:00–2:00 pm in Room 428, Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon St., Boston.
The briefing, hosted by State Representatives Patricia Duffy and Carlos Gonzalez, and Senator Adam Gomez. will focus on the "cliff effect" and its SPRINGFIELD — When BusinessWest launched its 40 Under Forty program in 2007, it did so to identify rising stars across our region — individuals who were excelling in business and through involvement within the community — and celebrate their accomplishments.In 2015, BusinessWest announced a new award, one that builds on the foundation upon which 40 Under Forty was created. It’s called the Alumni Achievement Award. As the name suggests, it is presented to the 40 Under Forty honoree who, in the eyes of an Monson, MA – Monson Savings Bank has a strong reputation as a trusted local lender of choice and frequently helps their customers to reach their homeownership goals. The community bank is hosting a Home Buyers Night, a workshop of learning and fun, at no cost to attendees. Registrants can learn all about the homebuying process and how Monson Savings can help make it possible. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided from the expert chefs at Center Square Grill. There will also be an opportunity to
SPRINGFIELD, MA–American International College (AIC) announced it has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly ® School and Military Spouse Friendly School designations.
Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-2025 survey with 537 earning special awards for going above the standard.
The 2024-2025 Military Friendly® Schools list will be published in
Monson Savings Bank Announces Promotions
Oliveira and Senate Colleagues Authorize $375 Million for Local Transportation Infrastructure
Oliveira selects Nicole Polite as recipient of Black Excellence Award
Country Bank Appoints Thomas Dufault as Senior Vice President, Retail Lending
Country Bank Appoints New Corporators and Trustee at Annual Meeting
Sara Rodrigues & Bridget Bunce Named Monson Savings Bank President’s Award Recipients
Senate Acts to Prevent Abuse and Exploitation Online
Invitation to a Legislative Briefing About the Cliff Effect and Its Impact Since Implementation
BusinessWest Accepting Nominations for 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award
Monson Savings Bank to Host FREE Home Buyers Workshop at Center Square Grille, April 10th
American International College Earns 2024–2025 Military Friendly® School Designation
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