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The Pioneer Valley Region, Robert A. Nakosteen

Robert A Nakosteen

The Pioneer Valley is a region with many attributes, one of which is great economic potential. Its mix of city, small-town, and rural flavor, combined with a significantly lower cost of living than in the eastern part of the state, makes it attractive from a quality-of-life perspective. In addition to these attributes, which can serve as a lure for a qualified labor force, new businesses, and job growth, the region has several other elements that can promote successful economic development. Among these are a well developed transportation network and proximity to large East Coast markets, a unique capacity in telecommunications, …