SALEM, N.H. — The Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce joined Liberty Electric on Aug. 20 for a special ribbon cutting celebrating the company’s 40th anniversary.
Chamber members, first responders, town representatives, friends, and community members gathered to recognize the milestone and celebrate the team behind four decades of success at 50 Northwestern Ave.
The celebration was filled with great company, plenty of smiles, and, of course, delicious food! Guests enjoyed bites from Chamber member Goodfellas Grub Food Truck, along with some sweet treats.
Liberty Electric has provided high-quality electrical installations throughout New Hampshire and Massachusetts since 1986. With a focus on doing the job right, on time, and with confidence, the company has built a reputation for dependable service and creative solutions.
From small business upgrades to large-scale projects for school districts and other organizations, Liberty Electric’s experienced team works closely with each customer to provide solutions tailored to their unique needs while meeting all applicable codes and requirements.
After 40 years of serving the region, Liberty Electric continues to be a valued part of the local business community.
“Senior Crazy Deal” is back
Ocean State Job Lot will bring back its annual “Senior Crazy Deal” days promotion from Thursday, Sept. 17, through Wednesday, Sept. 23, offering shoppers ages 62 and older an opportunity to earn additional savings at any store locations.
This applies to its stores in Salem, N.H., as well as Massachusetts locations in North Reading and Tewksbury.
During the promotion, eligible customers who spend $20 or more in-store will receive a gift card worth 40% of their purchase. For example, a customer who spends $50 will receive a $20 gift card to use on a future shopping trip.
To participate, customers must be registered Job Lot Insider Club members and present a valid photo ID showing proof of age at checkout. Acceptable identification includes a driver’s license, military or veteran ID, Medicare ID or other government-issued identification.
Service award given to realtor
NORTH ANDOVER — Linda Kody of North Andover has received the Milton H. Shaw Distinguished Service Award from the Massachusetts Association of Realtors, recognizing her longstanding commitment, active participation and service to the organization and the real estate profession as a whole.
Over the last 40 years, Kody’s leadership has extended across numerous Realtors committees, task forces and advisory groups.
She serves as chair of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons, where she helps oversee licensing and registration for the profession statewide. Kody has also spent three decades serving on the association’s Professional Standards Committee, becoming one of the association’s most respected and trusted volunteer leaders.
Throughout her tenure, Kody has remained a trusted resource for the association, providing thoughtful guidance and helping make complex industry issues more accessible to fellow Realtors.
Andover chef earns honors
ANDOVER — Atria Marland Place’s Director of Culinary Services Patrick Griffin has been awarded the inaugural FLAME Award from Atria Senior Living.
The award is given to a community-level culinary leader who excels in running their culinary program and provides uncommon hospitality to their residents every day.
Griffin was selected based on outstanding results across customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction, budget performance, and internal quality enhancement scores, with final selection made by Atria’s National Culinary Director.
“The staff and residents here at Atria Marland Place are all so proud of Chef Patrick for earning this recognition,” said Kimberly O’Brien, Atria Marland Place’s executive director. “The dedication, professionalism and joy Chef Patrick brings to his craft leaves an impact that lingers long after the plates are cleared. Our meals are not only flavorful and nutritious but they also create moments of connection, bringing residents together with neighbors, friends and family.”
As the national winner of the 2026 FLAME Award, Griffin received a special chef’s coat, knife and plague during an award ceremony held at Atria’s company headquarters in Kentucky this summer.
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