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Art of the Matter
After retiring from her career as professor and Communication Department chair at American International College in
2018, Mary Ellen Lowney, who also works part-time as
the Communications and Community Relations manager for the Springfield Housing Authority, decided to add watercolor to her world. “I started painting in March 2019, more or less on a lark,” she said. She has developed her talent under the tutelage of Joan Nelson, who has a studio in Indian Orchard. “Painting is a fairly new hobby for me,” Lowney said. “I am finding it to be relaxing, creative, and very rewarding.”
Paws in the
Workday
Monson Savings Bank recently arranged to have a certified and trained therapy dog, Rose, visit all locations to give a little comfort, relief, support, and — of course — cuddles. Above: Rose and her owner, Tammy Warren, visit with Nicole Shea, customer service associate at the bank’s Hampden branch. Right: Rose makes a new friend in bank President and CEO Dan Moriarty.
Community
Support
Throughout December, Freedom Credit Union partnered with its members and the local community to raise funds online to benefit the Pioneer Valley USO. Freedom matched total donations up to $2,500, helping to raise a grand total of $7,500. Pictured: Freedom President and CEO Glenn Welch, holds the check with Vice President of Retail Administration Kara Herman. (Photo courtesy of Market Mentors)
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