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Batteries can be included. Apollo Safety introduces batteries offering.

John V. Carvalho III
John V. Carvalho III

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS

Apollo Safety, Inc., a veteran-owned, Fall River, Massachusetts-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently began selling batteries as part of its safety product offerings.

“We have customers who invest a fair amount of money in their carbon monoxide and other gas detection products but often don’t keep a supply of batteries on hand to ensure those devices—detection systems and handheld devices—are working at all times,” said John Carvalho, founder and president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “We began offering batteries so that our customers could stock up rather than waiting for the batteries to run out and then, ultimately, heading down to the local pharmacy or grocery store and paying more.”

Carvalho noted that many people are hesitant to buy more than a pack or two of batteries at a time for fear the batteries will lose their power if not used by a certain time.

“Batteries, just like a gallon of milk or any number of food products, come with expiration dates,” said Carvalho. “As long as you store the batteries correctly, they should last as long as the expiration date says.”

The range of battery life can vary, anywhere from five to 10 years depending on the model. Batteries should be kept in a reasonable cool environment, away from heat and humidity.

“Some people store batteries in the refrigerator. That may be a tad extreme, but keeping batteries at temps between 40 and 50 degrees will help. Extreme temperatures in either direction can shorten their shelf life,” added Carvalho. “You also do not want to store different types of batteries together. For example, mixing AAs and AAAs in a draw together will lessen their life expectancy.”

For pricing on batteries, visit www.apollosafety.com.

About Apollo Safety

Apollo Safety has been serving the safety industry since 1995 and is an efficient, trusted company that minimized potential liability for its customers while ensuring a safer public.   Apollo Safety specializes in gas detection products and services for portable and stationary systems. That includes gas detector sales and support for most major brands of gas detection device manufacturers. Apollo Safety also provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems.

Veteran-owned, Apollo Safety, Inc. is trusted by facilities managers, building owners, landlords, universities, hotels, institutions, and government operations. Apollo Safety is a member of the National Safety Council, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Association (RIAFC) and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).

Apollo Safety’s corporate headquarters is located at 57 Walnut Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafety.com.

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Chiropractic Society of RI tabs Tiverton, RI resident Shael Colantonio as new executive administrator

Shael Colantonio
Shael Colantonio

RHODE ISLAND…

The Chiropractic Society of Rhode Island (CSRI) recently named Shael Colantonio as its executive administrator. In this role, Ms. Colantonio will provide administrative and marketing support for the Society’s numerous activities, which include networking events, business and educational workshop, legislative support and other endeavors that promote chiropractic the number one natural healing choice.

CSRI, founded in 1918, is one of the oldest chiropractic associations in the country and represents more than 60 of the practicing chiropractic physicians in the state of Rhode Island.

“We’re delighted to have Shael on board as our new executive administrator. She has a diverse background that will be a huge help in managing our office and keeping the Society’s many initiatives running smoothly,” said Dr. Michael Gottfried, president of CSRI. “Though it’s kind of our members’ specialty, I’m sure she’ll have no trouble adjusting.”

Colantonio previously worked at St. Anne’s Hospital as an assistant to the director of security and as a development coordinator. She’s also has extensive experience as a reporter and writer, contributing articles to East Bay Living magazine and the Fall River Herald News.

“The Society is involved in many initiatives that can provide real relief to people suffering from back pain and other related issues,” said Colantonio. “I’m looking forward to helping get the word out about the many benefits of chiropractic.”

Colantonio graduated magna cum laude from Rhode Island College with a bachelor’s degree in communications. She resides in Tiverton, Rhode Island with her husband, dog and two cats.

Chiropractic Society of Rhode Island is located at 1272 West Main Road, Building 2, Middletown, RI 02842. For more information, call (401) 207-0700 or visit www.RIchiro.org.

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OCES Helps Provide Food for 111 Pets

OCES logoOld Colony Elder Services (OCES), the regional agency that serves older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout the greater Brockton and Plymouth county area, has recently received a grant from Banfield Charitable Trust to continue their work helping people feed their pets.

The Pet Food Distribution Grant from Banfield Charitable Trust  will enable OCES’ Pets Eat Too program to purchase pet food and distribute it to low-income older adults and people with disabilities, so that they can continue to care for their pets in their home.

Those living on fixed incomes often have difficulty providing for their pets’ needs in addition to their own. Those receiving nutritional support for their pets are OCES Meals on Wheels consumers and/or consumers referred by their care manager.

Last year OCES helped 76 individuals by providing pet food for their 111 pets, thanks to Banfield Charitable Trust, and a pet food drive conducted by the Plymouth County Chapter of Altrusa International.

“Pets provide a significant source of comfort, companionship and purpose for many older adults and people living with disabilities,” explained Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES. “Helping our consumers feed their pets is an important service that OCES is pleased to offer made possible by Banfield Charitable Trust and the Plymouth County Chapter of Altrusa International.”

To learn more, contact OCES’ Nutrition Department at (508) 584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

About Banfield Charitable Trust

Banfield Charitable Trust provides grants to nonprofit organizations and nonprofit hospices to support their efforts to keep pets and people together. Pet food distribution program grants provide financial support to nonprofit organizations and members of the Meals On Wheels Associations of America (MOWAA) members to fund expenses associated with starting or maintaining a pet food distribution program.  For more information, visit www.banfieldcharitabletrust.org.

About Altrusa International Inc. of Plymouth County

Altrusa International is a global volunteer service organization whose purpose is to promote better communities through service by an international network of people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Club members are involved in a variety of service projects and fundraisers in their communities. To learn more about the Plymouth County chapter, visit http://tinyurl.com/AltrusaPlymouthCounty.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 communities in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency has 217 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508 584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

 

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Dave Baldwin joins South Coast Improvement

Dave Baldwin, senior project manager for South Coast Improvement
Dave Baldwin, senior project manager for South Coast Improvement

MARION, MA…

South Coast Improvement Company (SCI), a design-build general contractor serving New England and the Mid-Atlantic states, recently announced the hiring of Dave Baldwin as a senior project manager. Baldwin comes to the Marion, Mass.-based contractor after serving as director of construction at the Nova Hotel Renovation and Construction Company of Clearwater, Florida.

A construction veteran with more than 25 years’ experience, Baldwin will work out of SCI’s corporate headquarters as senior project manager on several current South Coast Improvement projects, while enhancing the company’s presence in the areas of retail, restaurant and hospitality construction.

“Dave has managed some complex construction projects over the course of his career, including some for us when he worked with us on a contract basis a few years ago,” said Tom Quinlan, president of South Coast Improvement, Inc. “I’ve always known Dave as a guy unafraid to roll up his sleeves and get the job at hand done. We’re delighted to bring him north to be a leader on our team.”

Baldwin has worked as a contractor for his own firm and several others throughout the country during the course of his career. In his previous time with SCI, he managed multiple projects in the New England and Mid Atlantic regions.

“I loved my time with SCI and am happy to be back,” said Baldwin. “The company has grown quite a bit since I last worked with them. I’m looking forward to being part of SCI’s future growth up and down the East Coast.”

Baldwin attended Johnston State College in Vermont and St. Petersberg College in Clearwater, Florida. He holds a State of Florida, Class A General Contractor’s license, is a licensed Storm Water Management Inspector and has completed OSHA 10.

For more information South Coast Improvement, please call 508-748-6545 or visit www.southcoastimprovement.com.

About South Coast Improvement Company

South Coast Improvement offers a range of design, construction and management services across a variety of sectors—interiors as well as exteriors—including office buildings, health care facilities, educational institutions, commercial properties, assisted living facilities, and residential communities.  South Coast Improvement’s services include: Preconstruction analysis; Construction management; General contracting; Design/build services;  Capital improvement; Building envelope improvements; and Interior renovations.

For more information, visit www.southcoastimprovement.com or call 508-748-6545.

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Cheers. Brewing a New Niche – Emerson Bearing Boston Announces Craft Brewer Division

EB_logo2C_tagline_5inWith craft brewers cropping up across the nation, Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) markets around the world, has found a new niche.

As a supplier of bearings and related products to the packaging and food processing industries, Emerson Bearing Boston has established a Craft Brewer Division dedicated to their rapidly expanding small and independent brewer customer base. Mike Quinn, Marketing Specialist, oversees the division.

According to the Brewers Association, craft brewers accounted for 11 percent volume share of the marketplace in 2014, up from 5 percent in 2010. And steady growth is expected to continue.

Emerson Bearing Boston provides bearings utilized in the brewing process, which includes mixing, bottling, canning, seaming, labeling and also in any part of the process that involves conveyance. Emerson Bearing Boston is one of the only suppliers of hybrid stainless steel or ceramic bearing seaming rolls, which are made of advanced materials to last longer and run cooler. They also provide stainless steel single roller ball bearings and ceramic ball bearings, which are used in canning and handling lines. Other products include tabletop chain, rollers, idlers, stainless steel mounted units, cam followers, rod ends, thrust bearings, control bearings, needle roller bearings, adhesives and sealants.

“Packaging and food processing are usually fully automated and often take place under extreme operating conditions. It requires low maintenance, special hygiene requirements and operational reliability,” said Steve Katz, president. “By supplying dependable parts and service, we’ve been able help craft brewers such as Newburyport Brewing Company of Mass., West Sixth Brewery of Kentucky and Moab Brewery of Utah keep their production lines moving.”

For more information about the Craft Brewer division, contact Mike Quinn at 800-225-4587 or email mquinn@emersonbearing.com.

About Emerson Bearing Boston

Founded in 1957, Emerson Bearing Boston specializes in bearings for OEM and MRO markets throughout the world. The company provides solutions to a variety of industries including: aggregate, concrete, mining, machine tools, electric motor repair, marine, material handling, metal processing, packaging, food processing, paper converting, printing, wind/power generation, recreation, heavy construction, robotics, automation, transportation, wood products, wastewater treatment, pump, compressor and oil field.

Emerson Bearing Boston offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings – ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing Boston has become a leading provider of bearings in the U.S. They are the sister company of Action Bearing and maintain headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit www.emersonbearing.com or call 800-225-4587.

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Sponsorship opportunities for 5th annual Run for Faith

It’s no stretch to say the fifth annual Run for Faith, which commemorates the life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi, is welcoming to new sponsors. For more info, visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org. The race takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at Plimoth Plantation.
It’s no stretch to say the fifth annual Run for Faith, which commemorates the life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi, is welcoming to new sponsors. For more info, visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org. The race takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at Plimoth Plantation.

PLYMOUTH, MA…

The Run for Faith recently announced the availability of sponsorship opportunities for new corporate sponsors for its fifth-year race, which takes place on Sunday, August 23 at 8:30am at historic Plimoth Plantation.

The Run for Faith offers several layers of sponsorship opportunities, which includes: Hummingbird Sponsorship ($2500); Song Sparrow Sponsorship ($1000); Red Robin Sponsorship ($500); and the Chickadee Sponsorship ($250). Each sponsorship contains different levels of exposure for businesses; the greater the sponsorship amount, the greater exposure for your company.

“The local business community has been very generous to us from year one. Part of that is due to our members of our family being a part of the Plymouth business community for many years and many knew my mother,” said Matthew Romboldi, Run for Faith organizer and son of Faith Marcia “Marcy” Romboldi, in whose memory the race is held. Faith lost her battle to ovarian cancer in 2010.

Added Romboldi, “The other part is that word has gotten around about the race and the causes we support—like the Yawkey Center for Cancer Care and ovarian cancer research, as well as the local high school scholarships.”

Some of this year’s sponsors include: Ziggy’s Ice Cream; Marty’s Buick GMC; Plimoth Plantation; Cold Spring AC; Plymouth Belle Cruises; Stevens The Florist; Mayflower Wine & Spirits; Newfield House; Mamma Mia’s; Mahasset Gardens; Cape Auto; Baker’s Auto; RJF Homes; G&G Silkscreen Embroidery; Associated Engineers, Inc; Unity Club; WPLM-FM; Plymouth Rock Racing; JM Schneider & Family; Rogers & Gray Insurance; Discount Detail; Tiny T’s Sealcoat; JB Carpentry;  Northeast AC; and the Water Street Cafe.

In its brief history, the Run for Faith has donated more than $20,000 to the Dana Farber’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care, $10,000 in scholarships to graduating Plymouth North and Plymouth South high school students, as well as monies supporting local non-profits like Plymouth Public Library and Sweet Adelines.

With the 5th annual Run for Faith set for Sunday, August 23, organizers are counting on year five of this 4.58-mile race to break previous fundraising efforts and new sponsors are a significant part of that endeavor.

Those interested in being a sponsor can contact Matt Romboldi at info@runforfaithplymouth.org.

The 4.58-mile Run for Faith race loop captures spectacular views of Cape Cod Bay, the Eel River and scenic horse farms. The course features rolling hills and unmatched history.  Water stations are plentiful and the event is chip timing for more accurate time tracking. This technology also triggers a camera along the course so runners can have a photo of themselves in action during the run.  Walkers are welcome.

The Run for Faith is a gold member in the Bayside Runner Racing Series. The entry fee is $25and runners can register at www.runforfaithplymouth.org.

Cash prizes will go to top three finishers, male and female, and awards will be given to top finishers for various age groups. Post-race “light refreshments” will include bananas, oranges, bagels, muffins and scones. To amuse younger family members, a jumpy house will be available. A number of vendors will be on hand to sell their wares before and after the race.

The Run for Faith is organized by Run for Faith, Inc., which is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to commemorate the special life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi who gave so much of herself to both individuals and the community.

For more information, please visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org, or email info@runforfaithplymouth.org. You can view the course online at: http://www.mapmyrun.com/us/plymouth-ma/run-for-faith-plymouth-ma-route-115100461.

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Rodman & Rodman CPAs Pitch In for Camp Clark

The Rodman Team proudly displays a "Thank You" sign created by Camp Clark youth.
The Rodman Team proudly displays a “Thank You” sign created by Camp Clark youth.

Summer campers are enjoying the great outdoors at Camp Clark in Plymouth, MA thanks in part to the efforts of Rodman & Rodman P.C., a full service tax and accounting firm based in Newton, MA.

Rodman & Rodman has been a long-time supporter of Camp Clark, an Old Colony YMCA sponsored recreation camp for children. Prior to the start of the 2015 camp season, Rodman & Rodman’s team of 18 spent a full day landscaping Camp Clark to ready it for more than 400 youth campers who attend each week. The team cleaned up the beach and spread 80 yards of wood chips, 10 yards of mulch and plenty of sand.

“The Rodman team volunteered more than 100 hours preparing Camp Clark for our busy summer camp, which runs from 7 am to 6 pm daily. They took on projects that would have taken us longer than two weeks to complete,” said Derek Paiva, Executive Director of Old Colony YMCA. “The Y was founded on volunteerism and the Rodman team sets a great example. We truly appreciate their hard work which has contributed to the overall success of our camp.”

“Camp Clark has a strong tradition of helping to build brighter futures by encouraging campers to discover their potential,” said Steve Rodman, president of Rodman & Rodman, P.C. “We are delighted to continually support this very special organization.”

About Old Colony YMCA

Serving thousands of individuals and families in 31 communities in Southeastern Massachusetts, Old Colony YMCA has provided programs, camps and services designed to help people of all ages and abilities build healthy spirits, minds, and bodies. For more information, visit the website atwww.oldcolonyymca.org.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.

Founded in 1961 and listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms”, Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies. The Rodman & Rodman “Green Team” is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C. that serves renewable energy clients throughout the U.S.  The company is Green Business Certified. For more information, email info@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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AdamsComm gives Allworx more play; AdamsComm ranks as #1 Allworx provider in New England

John Adams of Adams,Comm, Inc.
John Adams of Adams,Comm, Inc.

CARVER, MA…

Allworx, an award-winning maker of VoIP communication systems for small businesses, ranked AdamsComm as its number one provider in New England, fourth nationally, for its third quarter partner rankings. AdamsComm, Inc., based in Carver, Massachusetts, is a provider of cloud, VOIP and traditional telephone systems.

“There are more than 60 Allworx partners in New England and 3,000 nationally. So, these rankings are both impressive and gratifying,” said John Adams, president of AdamsComm, Inc.

Allworx provides a complete portfolio of VoIP systems, IP phones, network switches and advanced software options to help small businesses create solutions tailored to meet their unique needs. AdamsComm is one of a network of Allworx partners that has helped the company deploy more than 40,000 VoIP systems and more than 600,000 IP phones across more than 25,000 business customers to date.

“Allworx really does make it easier to resell their products for a number of reasons, first and foremost, the products are great,” said Adams. “Perhaps more importantly, Allworx provides the support and materials needed to market their products. This helps us tailor a solution, using Allworx products, that addresses a customer’s specific needs. And at the end of the day, that’s really what makes the sale.”

Adds Adams, “Of course, none of this is possible without the trust and patronage of our customers. Working with Allworx really is a win for all of us.”

AdamsComm offers customized design, implementation and support of IP telephone systems and applications, voice mail systems, call centers and infrastructure cabling for small-to-mid-sized practices. AdamsComm, Inc.’s also offers a maintenance program, which includes regular system and program updates, system monitoring, virus protection and other preventative measures.

With a savvy staff, the company has provided cost-effective communications solutions to a number of medical practices, including Emerald Physicians.  Other notable AdamsComm, Inc. clients include Mutual Bank and Rising Tide Charter Schools.

Located at 128 Main Street, Suite 11, in Carver, Massachusetts, AdamsComm, Inc. serves clients on the South Shore, Cape Cod, Greater Boston, and Metrowest. In addition to 24/7 on-call service, Adams can be onsite, as needed, within four hours.

For more information on the medical office division and AdamsComm’s services, you can call 508-866-4086 or visit www.adamscomm.net.

Adams’ Business Communications Solutions

AdamsComm, Inc. draws upon extensive knowledge and experience to provide both small and large businesses with state-of-the-art communication solutions. With more than 20 years of industry experience in solution design, implementation and support, Adams Communications capably assists clients with voice, data and fiber optic cabling as well as with carrier services and on-site staff training. All of the company’s technicians are factory certified, ensuring the highest level of support and service. Adams Communications is an authorized dealer for Allworx and Samsung Telecommunications Systems.

Headquartered at 128 Main Street, Suite D, Carver, MA. AdamsComm, Inc. is a member of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and The Better Business Bureau. For more information, visit the website at http://www.adamscomm.net or contact (508) 866-4086.

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Between Rounds Establishes Grocery Partnership with ShopRite in Enfield

The Bakery team at ShopRite Enfield
The Bakery team at ShopRite Enfield

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently partnered with ShopRite in Enfield to supply fresh baked bagels to their customers.

The ShopRite store, which is owned by Raymond Miller, his son Charles and daughter Marybeth Duffy as Miller Farm Family Markets, is located in Brookside Plaza Shopping Center, 40 Hazard Avenue in Enfield.

Between Rounds is the brainchild of Staten Island brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who established Between Rounds cafés in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland. The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which set them apart from other cafés. The popularity of their bagels inspired the Puiias to partner with independent grocers.  The bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

Raymond and Charles Miller, along with their store manager Bob Hendrickson and bakery manager Tim Moreau, met with the Puiia brothers and decided that Between Rounds product would be a perfect fit for their bakery. As a grocery partner, Miller Farm Family Markets ShopRite will offer Between Rounds signature bagels in their bakery department.

“This is a good example of one family business working with another to bring local products to the community. Between Rounds provides an exceptional product which we are delighted to make available to our customers,” said Raymond Miller.

In addition to ShopRite in Enfield, Between Rounds has established grocery partnerships with ShopRite stores in Manchester, East Harford, Southington and Wallingford; Highland Park Markets in Suffield, Farmington, Manchester, Coventry and Glastonbury; West Side Marketplace in Rocky Hill; Geissler’s Supermarkets in Agawam, Bloomfield, East Windsor, Granby, Somers and South Windsor; Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market in Middlefield and Gardiner’s Market in South Glastonbury.

Independent grocer owners or store managers interested in carrying Between Rounds bagels may contact Jerry or Joe Puiia at (860) 291-0323.

The ShopRite Cooperative

ShopRite is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States. All ShopRite owners are members of Wakefern Food Corporation. To learn more about ShopRite, visit www.shoprite.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.  Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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