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One Massachusetts thrift store makes its own ugly Christmas sweaters, using recycled material and providing for increased demand “There are many classic traditions during the holiday season, from building gingerbread houses to decorating the tree. But there are also some more goofy ones, like ugly Christmas sweaters, which have grown in popularity in recent years.
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Regional Philanthropic Opportunities 2021 “While philanthropy is a year-round activity, the holidays are a time when many of us think about those who are in need, and how, in general, we can help make Western Mass. a better community for all who call this region home.” Check out the 2021 Business West Giving Guide here: [continue reading]

‘Making a difference’: North Star students continue pie-making tradition for Amherst Survival Center’s Thanksgiving feast “Surrounding the counter in the middle of the Amherst Survival Center kitchen, three teenagers knead and roll homemade dough before forming crusts that will hold apple and pumpkin filling.”
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These Massachusetts programs are available to help with utility costs as heating prices rise this winter “With the  price of heating expected to rise this winter, Attorney General Maura Healey has launched a campaign to inform the public about new and expanded programs available to help people pay for energy bills.” See the details [continue reading]

Backpack giveaway during Farmers Market in Chicopee “Backpacks filled with school supplies are available to students during the Farmers Market in Chicopee.” Read the full article at: https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/backpack-giveaway-at-farmers-market-in-chicopee/ [continue reading]

Saturday, June 19, 2021
The Recorder, By CHRIS LARABEE, Staff Writer
The South Deerfieldbased Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) is continually updating an online map directing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers to local farm stands and markets participating in the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP).
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Dakin Humane Society: Why there are fewer shelter pets “People have always loved having pets, but now it’s harder than ever to find companion animals, especially dogs, here in New England. We hear about shelters in southern states like Texas or Georgia that are overcrowded with animals and may use euthanasia to control their population. [continue reading]

First: Apply for a MA Food Security Infrastructure Grant by September 15thSecond: Apply for Bridge Financing from PVGIF or MFTP MA Food Security Infrastructure Grant Program Great Opportunity! Massachusetts launched the Food Security Infrastructure Grant Program to support the local food system during this challenging time. Eligible proposals include, but are not limited to, projects seeking to: …
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