North Brookfield

As the new year approaches, East Brookfield animal rescue nonprofit Second Chance Animal Services has said it has supported the health of 55,000 pets so far in 2024.  

In a post-COVID world, the demand for these services is higher than ever, yet animal nonprofits are reporting financial crises as flattening donations are failing to cover expenses.

North Brookfield Savings Bank tapped its former chief financial officer, Kaz Borawski, as its new president and CEO following a brief stint as interim president and CEO. Borawski’s first day in the non-interim role was Tuesday.

Hannaford Supermarkets has begun installing defibrillators at all 185 of its stores to save the lives of customers and employees in case of a sudden cardiac event, the Scarborough, Maine-based food retailer said.

Companies with new hires and promotions include Oriol Health Care, Eagle Clearning Corp., Bay State Savings Bank, and Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects.

Kaz Borawski of Wilbraham has been hired by North Brookfield Savings Bank as its new senior vice president, CFO, and treasurer.

Spectrum Internet, a communications technology provider affiliated with Charter Communications, Inc., has doubled the starting download speed of its internet service from 100 to 200 Mbps throughout its Central Mass. locations, according to a Tuesday press release.

International rubber sole manufacturer Vibram has formed a North American promotional athletic team featuring eight new athletes, from sports ranging from skyrunning to ultramarathoners.

People are on the move at Charles River Bank, Training Resources of America, Inc., Bowditch & Dewey, and more.

Eight women from around Central Massachusetts have earned the honor this year.