According to Atchison Consultants principal Kevin Toohey, financial advisers have a unique challenge in applying a passive, broad-based approach to constructing the defensive part of a client s portfolio.
Some artists work in oils. The artisan owners of Nu Chocolat in Burlington work in chocolate — rich, layered and expertly accented. Think hazelnut crisp bars, candied Italian orange slices and fleur de sel caramels. The true masterpiece, though, is Kevin and Laura Toohey's truffle — a perfect 22.5 square millimeter bite infused with espresso forte, fresh ginger-lime, milk honey jasmine, Vermont bourbon. The couple's exacting confections look as good as they taste. In the summer of 2021, after a few frustrating experiences, the Tooheys deposited their money with Mascoma Bank. (Paid Post)
The biggest influence on investment returns in the September quarter was a clear ‘backing up’ of bond rates. Naturally, this is causing advisers across the country to reconsider the structure and
KEYNOTES: First responders vaccinated
Rosemary Rimkus
In one of the early rounds of vaccination against COVID-19, 380 Hudson and Marlborough firemen, policemen and other early responders received the first dose of the Moderna vaccine on Jan. 14 and 15 at the Marlborough High School gymnasium. Kelli Calo of the Hudson Health Board said the clinic was a collaboration between the Marlborough and Hudson Health departments. The voluntary clinic is part of the commonwealth s vaccination plan, according to Hudson Fire Chief Bryan Johannes.
Avidia Bank south branch to open April 5
Mark R. O’Connell, president and CEO of Avidia Bank, has informed its clients that the new Hudson South branch, located at 196 Washington St., will open April 5. The new building will replace the former Hudson South branch across the street at 221 Washington St. in the RK Plaza. In April 2019 the only remaining residence in the Washington Street commercial zone area was razed to accommodate the site, and fini