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Monson Savings Bank Donates $2,000 to Monson Free Library

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MONSON — Monson Savings Bank is supporting Monson Free Library with a $2,000 donation as part of its 2026 Community Giving Initiative, a program driven by community participation and dedicated to supporting local nonprofit organizations.

Dan Moriarty, president and CEO of Monson Savings Bank and former member of the Monson Free Library finance committee, recently met with Hope Bodwell, director of Monson Free Library, to present the donation on behalf of the bank. They were joined by Michael Rouette, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Monson Savings Bank, and Kim Golinski, a member of the Monson Free Library board of directors. The contribution reflects the voices of the community, as Monson Free Library was selected through public voting in the bank’s annual initiative.

“We are proud to present this donation to the Monson Free Library on behalf of Monson Savings Bank,” Moriarty said. “As someone with deep roots in this community, I have seen firsthand how valuable the library is for residents of all ages. From educational programming to access to important resources, it plays an essential role in enriching lives throughout Monson and the surrounding area.”

Added Rouette, “supporting organizations like the Monson Free Library is a meaningful way for us to invest in the strength and vitality of our community. Libraries are essential spaces for learning, connection, and opportunity, and we are proud to stand alongside them in serving residents of all ages.”

Monson Free Library serves as a vital resource for the community, offering free access to reading materials, educational programming, technology, and cultural opportunities. Focused on supporting community priorities, the library provides a welcoming environment where individuals and families can learn, connect, and grow.

“We are incredibly grateful for Monson Savings Bank’s continued partnership and support,” Bodwell said. “We also extend our sincere thanks to the community members who voted for us through the Community Giving Initiative. Their support means so much and helps us continue to provide valuable services to the people we serve.”

Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce Event to Feature Gubernatorial Candidate

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PALMER — The Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce’s After 5 networking event, slated for Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. at the Monson Free Library, will feature an appearance by 2026 Massachusetts gubernatorial candidate Mike Kennealy.

The chamber’s After 5 networking events allow local business leaders to connect and exchange ideas and opportunities in an informal setting. The August After 5 at the Monson Free Library will include a tour and information on library activities and programs, as well as a meet and greet and Q&A session with Kennealy.

In 2018, Kennealy was appointed by Gov. Charlie Baker as Secretary of Housing and Economic Development, a role in which he visited more than 150 cities and towns in Massachusetts and built relationships with local governments and community leaders. Kennealy joined the Baker-Polito administration as assistant secretary for Business Growth in 2015, playing a key role in shaping the administration’s strategies for business development and job creation. More than 215,000 new jobs were created in Massachusetts during his tenure.

“I’m thrilled to join the dedicated business leaders of the Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce. It’s the work of our local entrepreneurs, job creators, and community leaders that truly drives the Commonwealth forward,” said Kennealy. “I look forward to engaging with members of the business community to discuss how government can be a true partner in fostering economic growth, supporting innovation, and revitalizing our communities.”

Sponsors of the chamber’s August After 5 include Monson Savings Bank, Cedarbrook Village at Ware, and Superior Plus Propane. Registration to the chamber’s networking events are open to members and non-members alike at qhma.com. The August After 5 will also include food and refreshments from the Better Bean café in Monson.

“The chamber is proud to welcome Secretary Kennealy to the Quaboag Hills region for this special event,” CEO James Przypek said. “We are thrilled to give our constituents the opportunity to hear directly from the candidate and share concerns, ideas, and solutions as business leaders and residents of the Commonwealth.”