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Announcing the Shift Local Pledge

This year Love Live Local is urging people to prioritize local businesses for holiday gift giving, encouraging Cape Codders to formally commit to allocating at least 10% of their gift budget to locally owned establishments. The initiative aims to support the community and promote local economic growth during the festive season.

Post Date
Tue, Nov 21
Small Business Advocacy
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Frazier Disposal

Frazier Disposal of Wellfleet, a sanitation services company, is celebrated for its profound community impact. The owner, Matt Frazier, demonstrated exceptional compassion by supporting a customer during extended rehabilitation for a leg injury, offering reassurance and assistance throughout the challenging period.

Post Date
Mon, Nov 20
Shop Local Stories
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2023 Grant Recipient: Smith Family Popcorn

Smith Family Popcorn is a gourmet popcorn Company located on Hyannis Main Street, in Mashpee Commons and in Plymouth. What once started as a fun hobby for Dan and his wife Kim in their one-room apartment has developed into a family owned and operated business. Smith family popcorn is a family-friendly popcorn retailer who strives to create lifelong memories for its customers.

Post Date
Tue, Oct 31
Local Business Boost Program
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2023 Grant Recipient: Alberto's Ristorante

Alberto's Ristorante is a fine dining restaurant located at the east end of Main Street, Hyannis and has been serving Northern Italian cuisine since 1984.

Post Date
Tue, Oct 31
Local Business Boost Program
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2023 Grant Recipient: Bella Cris

Bella Cris was opened in 2018 by Cristina Amorim. It is a women’s clothing and accessories featuring designers and brands from Brazil.

Post Date
Tue, Oct 31
Local Business Boost Program