Ashland April 2020

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The Coronavirus Effect
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We need to step back and take a breath. We have all been affected by the Coronavirus
in one form or another. Although our number one concern is the health of our family
and neighbors, many people are also concerned how economically healthy the
community will remain. Business owners, especially small ones, are concerned about
their families, employees, customers, and finally, themselves, in about that order. When
we can return to some kind of normalcy, we will still need to pick up the pieces. The
convenience of the big box stores and online ordering is tempting, but we need to
remember to support the businesses that support our community.
Think about your neighbors first. These local businesses sponsor the town little
leagues, the community fundraisers, that spaghetti dinner. They are going to need
us now more than ever. These businesses are invested in our community. They hire
locally, offer better customer service, and they can bring in visitors from surrounding
Tickets:
$35 Early Bird
$40 at the Door
towns. Lastly, many of our struggling restaurants are still open and offering takeout
and delivery services. Together we can keep each other safe and thriving throughout
this unusual event.
There is no one STRONGER than New Englanders after all.
Thank you,
Chuck Tashjian, Publisher
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FOR BUSINESSES INFO, CALL EILEEN, 508-861-3226
CALL DOK, 508-881-4664
Appetizer Buffet Included
KEEPING BUSINESSES ON TRACK
JOHN SZOLOMAYER
AshlandBusinessAssociation.com
ashland business association
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Realty Executive
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ASHLAND HOME IMPROVEMENT
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ayments of $6.91 per $1,000 not including taxes and
monthly payments of $4.43 per $1,000 not including
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credit approval and
JOYCE
subject to change without notice.
Woonsocket
Matt Gamache
74 Main Street, Suite 16, Medway, MA 02053 • 508-533-4588
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