U. S. Small Business Administration District Director Robert H. Nelson has announced this year's National Small Business Week honorees for Massachusetts.
As part of National Small Business Week (April 29 - May 5), the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Read more here.
Breakfast with the Browns: The Blueberry Muffin keeps its customers coming back for more
On any given weekend, at any time of year, throngs of hungry locals and visitors can be found at The Blueberry Muffin in the South Plymouth village of Cedarville. While it has moved one block up Route 3A to a larger location from its original, much-smaller digs, and has expanded to two other locations as well, the food and service continue to draw customers from near and far.Read more here.
Nomination period extended for
40 Under 40 Awards!
With the 2018 nomination period closing on a busy holiday weekend, we have decided to extend the capability to submit nominations for our 40 Under 40 Awards for one week to ensure that the community has the opportunity to honor the up-and-coming world-changers in our region! Nominations will now close Friday, April 6.Click here to submit nominations!
Employer Confidence falls in March
Confidence among Massachusetts employers weakened during March amid roiling international trade tensions and volatile financial markets.
The Associated Industries of Massachusetts Business Confidence Index (BCI) declined a point to 63.5, retreating from a 17-year high in February. The BCI has gained 1.1 points during the past 12 months and remains comfortably within the optimistic range.
Read more here.
Local boutiques come together
for Spring Fashion Show to benefit WE CAN
The Current Quarterly will host a fashion show at
The Cultural Center of Cape Cod to benefit local nonprofit,
WE CAN, on Wednesday, April 25.
This is a unique version of a fashion show: it's all about local retailers empowering Cape Cod women to feel beautiful. The models will be WE CAN program participants, volunteers and members of the Cape community, wearing the latest spring styles from these local boutiques and jewelers.Read more here.
Cape Cod Community Media Center names Kate McMahon as Director of Outreach & Special Projects The Cape Cod Community Media Center welcomes Kate McMahon as the new Director of Outreach and Special Projects. McMahon will spearhead efforts to engage the community through membership, partnerships, and events, with a focus on local businesses and nonprofits.