MANSFIELD — It may not look like there’s been much change at the community center at 486 Springmill Street. But behind the scenes, work to transform the building into a state-of-the-art facility continues. The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) purchased the property in 2021. The organization plans to transform it into a larger, more […]
Melissa Drozda
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NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural site grand opening set for July 29
MANSFIELD – The North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) has announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the NECIC/RiCI Urban Agricultural Site. This event, at 1155 S. Olivesburg Road, Mansfield, is free to attend, and light refreshments will be served. Event schedule 1 p.m.: Welcome and opening remarks by our distinguished speakers 1:30 […]
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NECIC celebrates year of progress during annual meeting
MANSFIELD — Last year came with its twists and turns, but the staff and board of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative still had plenty to celebrate during the organization’s annual meeting Wednesday night. During a Broadway-themed event at the Renaissance Theatre, leaders from the North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC) reflected on the challenges […]
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NECIC seeks to reallocate city ARPA funds to buy, remodel former VOA site
MANSFIELD — Leaders of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative see an immediate opportunity to meet the pressing need of reducing youth violence in the city. That’s why the NECIC is asking Mansfield City Council on Dec. 19 to reallocate the $1.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to help the non-profit organization purchase […]