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Over the past five years, the union has been systematically assessing and improving local unions and training centers to maximize their efficiency, use, appearance and to extend their lifespan.

Carpenters Local 336, representing members in Central and Western Massachusetts, moved back into its long-time union hall in Worcester after a thorough interior and exterior renovation was completed.

The $4 million investments were celebrated recently with a ribbon cutting and family day at the Endicott Street location with union leaders, elected officials, community organizations, and union members and their families in attendance.

The Worchester space has been the subject of praise from elected officials and union staff for its look and usability, and its long-term impact on the community.

“I couldn’t be prouder that North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters Local 336 has a newly renovated home in Worcester where they will continue to raise wages, grow the middle class, and make our union city even stronger. The future of America will be built right here in America,” said Congressman Jim McGovern.

“Congratulations to the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters on the opening of their new facility in Worcester! Thanks for all of the great work you do for our region and its residents,” said Mike Nicholson, Mayor of the City of Gardner.

Other renovations happening throughout the region include the first floor of the Carpenters Center in Boston to better serve apprentices and the North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (NASCTF), and help accommodate the growing interest in “Shop Fridays” among Boston area schools and community programs. In addition, the Syracuse-area facility will triple its shop training space to meet the expected demand for crafts workers being fueled by the Micron chip manufacturing facility and the removal and relocation of I-81 in Syracuse.