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Chelsea Jewish Lifecare: Support at Every Stage of Life
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEChelsea Jewish Lifecare Northshore Offers a Continuum of Care: Support at Every Stage of LifeHarriett & Ralph Kaplan Estates Assisted Living & Memory Support, Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, Shapiro-Rudolph Adult Day Health Center and Legacy Lifecare VNA & Hospice Provide Comprehensive Senior Care OptionsPEABODY, MA (January 2026) – As individuals age, choosing the right care needs and living environment becomes one of life’s most important
Halide Photography Opens New Headshot Studio in North Reading
North Reading, MA — August 2025 — Halide Photography, a premium headshot business founded by Evan Schmidt, celebrated the successful opening of its new North Reading location this August. The 450-square-foot studio is designed to give professionals, executives, and teams a modern, stress-free photography experience. Clients benefit from guided coaching, multiple wardrobe changes, and in-person image selection—ensuring they walk away with headshots that project confidence, approachability, and
Strategies for Navigating Risks Every Founder Needs to Address
Launching and growing a business involves more than building products and finding customers. Every founder faces a landscape of risks—financial, operational, legal, and reputational—that can determine whether the company scales or stalls. Proactive management of these risks isn’t just defensive; it’s a growth strategy.The Categories of Risk Founders Can’t Ignore Business risks often fall into five broad categories: Financial Risks: Cash flow gaps, poor debt management, or revenue concentration in too
Your SSN & the BBB
This will be the first of a series on the Big Beautiful Bill signed into legislation. It is to keep you informed. We do not render an opinion nor get caught up with media or political blasts. It is solely to report the facts. You are our clients, and you should know. NO BS!!! President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act allowing those receiving a state or local pension to also collect Social Security benefits, assuming they had the “quarters”. This was a good act so that more money would be
Digital Stagecraft: Making Trade Shows Work Harder with Smarter Tools
A well-executed trade show presence used to be all about the booth—location, design, giveaways, and charm. Today, the physical setup still matters, but it’s no longer the centerpiece. What happens before the event opens and after the doors close carries just as much weight, and that’s where digital strategy earns its spotlight. By fusing traditional event marketing with smart, often overlooked digital tools, brands can extend their reach, sharpen their message, and engage audiences long after the floor
North Shore Bank promotes 3 to VP, Reg Branch Mgr
PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS, JULY 23, 2025 — North Shore Bank recently announced the promotions of Vicki Cormier, Jonathan Johnson, and Erin Riley to vice president, regional branch manager. In this newly created position, Cormier, Johnson, and Riley will provide leadership and support to regions of North Shore Bank’s retail banking network, working closely with retail branch staff in several communities to deliver exceptional customer service, drive performance, and uphold the bank’s commitment to community
A Play Cafe with a Mission
The Children's Piazza is a play-cafe with a mission to promote healthy brain development in young children and support the emotional health of their caregivers, with access for all. About us: We have been serving the North Shore since 2014, and as a non-profit organization (incorporated as Community Play Workshop Inc) since 2023. Our play space is especially designed for young children to learn through self-directed play. Activities are geared toward optimizing social, cognitive, speech and motor
How Entrepreneurs Can Navigate Grants and Funding Programs with Confidence
Starting a business means embracing both the adrenaline and the unknown. Capital is the fuel, but finding the right source can feel like decoding a foreign language. Grants and funding programs are a lifeline, not a myth, yet so many early-stage founders get lost before they even start. It’s not that these resources aren’t out there—it’s that they’re tucked into a dense thicket of eligibility requirements, submission deadlines, and stiff competition. Understanding Different Types of Financial
Peabody, MA Small Business Owners: How to Move Forward on the CTA, BOI and FinCEN Changes
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
How to Build and Grow a Successful Alternative Wellness Practice
In today's fast-paced world, many individuals are seeking holistic and alternative approaches to health and wellness. Building a successful alternative wellness practice requires not only a deep understanding of various healing modalities but also a strategic approach to growing your business. Whether you specialize in acupuncture, naturopathy, herbal medicine, or energy healing, creating a thriving practice involves balancing your expertise with effective business strategies. This guide will walk you
Using Facebook Groups to Grow Your Business
In any community, there are several Facebook groups that have formed around living, working, and/or playing in your area. Some are private and you’ll need to request to join. Others are public. Some groups are loosely veiled business generators for community leaders or professionals who recognize how important it is to insert themselves into conversations about the community. Facebook groups are an excellent way to grow your business. Here are a few ways to do this in an existing group. Do Your
Meet the Member: Jessy ElGhoul
Tell us about your company? Salem Five is a Full-Service Financial Services Company. We employ some of the top professionals in retail, small business banking, lending, insurance, and wealth management -- enabling us to provide expertise that is uncommon among community and regional banks. At Salem Five, we understand the importance of helping our communities. Through the Salem Five Charitable Foundation, we are committed and continue to support a variety of community organizations ensuring vibrant
What's Your Biggest Marketing Challenge?
When a business operator finally decides they need someone focused on their marketing, and they resolve to hire for the position, it usually goes something like this: “This position will be in charge of posting to our social media channels.” But if that’s all you’re doing, you can put that in the hands of the nearest thirteen-year-old. If you’re contemplating stepping up your business marketing, you need more than a scheduler. You need someone who understands the different kinds of marketing,
Are You Ready for These 3 Workplace Trends?
Workplace trends come and go like snack carts, but these trends may very well revolutionize the way we work because they are just so darn appealing to most employees. But before we go into these workplace trends, know that they are not for everyone. Your business may not be able to function if you put them into operation. There are some businesses that simply require employees in seats, seats that are customer-facing in a central location. But if you do have the flexibility to adopt some of these, you