North Central Massachusetts Economic Development Council

NCMEDC
860 South Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
978-353-7607

Welcome to North Central Massachusetts
For businesses, travelers and residents alike, the North Central Massachusetts region offers the opportunity to experience New England at its finest. For any business seeking that desirable combination of infrastructure, transportation, top-shelf workforce, affordable cost of living and quality of life, North Central Massachusetts has it all. Add in the intellectual resources provided by some of the nation’s top colleges and universities and it’s easy to see why Massachusetts provides fertile ground for business growth. The North Central region can take advantage of all the business-supporting resources of Greater Boston and Worcester while offering attractively priced commercial and industrial real estate. Housing is more affordable here, too, with choices ranging from antique homesteads in pre-Revolutionary villages to historic farms, custom homes and modern condominiums.

Spring Newsletter Now Available:Council Members checks your mail boxes for our most recent Spring 2009 Newsletter. The NCM Development Council releases its newsletter entitled Developments on a quarterly basis. The Newsletter recaps recent council happenings as well as news through out the region. If you have any Economic Development news don't hesitate to contact Robert Pontbriand at (978) 353-7607 x240. If you are interested in being added to the mailing list please contact us.

Fitchburg/Leominster Area:
Least Expensive in New England
According the 2009 1st Quarter Cost of Living Index from ACCRA, The Fitchburg/Leominster Metro Area is the least expensive region in New England in terms of the cost of living. Click here for the “Top 10” least expensive metro regions in New England.

We Want to Hear From You:
Take the Advanced Manufacturing Center Survey!
The North Central MA Development Corporation is conducting an Advanced Manufacturing Survey for all regional manufacturers. The purpose of this survey is to determine the level of need for a multi-use, world-class, manufacturing research, development and training facility here in North Central Massachusetts. Kindly take a few moments to complete the survey. The access the survey, click here. Thanks.