Posts by Bonnie Zappacosta

If we look up when we are down, sometimes opportunities appear we didn’t see before. Like many times in the past, the human spirit has shown that in the wake of challenge or tragedy, it is fiercely resilient. There are always those who will choose community over self. Those who will help a neighbor or…

In just three years of being in business, Kitchen to Aisle Catering + Events is already making waves in the industry with a shiny new Best of North Shore Magazine 2020 Readers Choice Award for Best Rehearsal Dinner. The Chamber interviewed experienced co-owners North Shore Executive Chef Nicholas Peters Bond and Director of Events Meghann…

The largest ancestry group in Massachusetts is the luck of the Irish! According to the US Census Bureau, 21.5% of the total population in Massachusetts is of Irish decent. That’s about 1.5 million people. In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve put together the best of all-things-Irish in Newburyport so everyone can revel in…

The Chamber Pot raffle was a huge SUCCESS! Last Wednesday, there were many happy winners leaving with their pockets a little heavier that night! The Chamber would like to especially thank Brick & Ash, Mayor Holaday, and all of the ticket sellers for making it another memorable Chamber tradition and celebration. And without further ado,…

Almost any type of business can benefit from video marketing—it’s engaging, shareworthy, and tells a story. In today’s digital world, video is a frontrunner in content marketing, and Juharo Productions has been producing quality content since following their passions for video and film four years ago. Julian and Camille share more about their business in…

To maximize your Social Security benefits and those of your spouse, you’ll want to be aware of some common myths. Here’s one: You should always take Social Security early. In reality, there’s no one age that works for everyone – it just depends on your situation. You can collect your benefits starting at 62, but…

From business owners to real estate developers, Hub Financing offers unique lending options to businesses of all industries through their vast network of lenders. They sift through all the options to bring the right one to your venture, so you can focus on launching, sustaining, or growing your business. Meet Chris Sava, co-founder of Hub…

There’s been a rise in healthy, fast casual dining over recent years with a number of new chains, new burgers, and even new types of food. Poke-centric restaurants are the hot new culinary craze, popping up nationwide, and even in our own backyard. Why? It’s GOOD! The traditional Hawaiian fish dish can be served in…

Winter weather means your skin needs more attention. The cold temps and low humidity both outside and inside make skin dehydrated and deprived, calling for more focus on skincare. So, what can you do about this? Enter Rachel with Radiant U, one of our newest members. We interviewed Rachel to find out more about her…