Business
BCC Partners with Wayfair for Free Training Program
The joint initiative includes free classes at BCC to learn the skills needed for a service consultant career with Wayfair, as well as professional job coaching throughout training and into employment.
What to know about sustainable investing
You may have heard about "sustainable investing." But if you're not familiar with it, you may have some questions: What does it involve? Is it right for me? Can I follow a sustainable investing strategy and still get the portfolio performance I need to reach my goals?
Licensing Board Approves Tito's New Liquor License
The Licensing Board on Monday approved a license transfer from Eleventh Pin Restaurant, which operated in the former Ken's Bowl, to the eatery located at 34 Depot Street.
Salvation Army, Market 32 Launch Holiday Kettle Program
The Salvation Army and Price Chopper/Market 32 have been collaborative partners in the communities they serve for more than 35 years.
Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires Giving Back Guides
The Giving Back guide is also used by schools, civic groups, giving circles, and wealth management advisors, among others.
Price Chopper/Market 32 Campaign to Support Disabled Veterans
From Nov. 1 to Nov. 30, Price Chopper/Market 32 customers will be given the opportunity to round up their change at checkout, 100 percent of which will go directly to DAV.
Lenco Armored Vehicles to Host Community Open House
Lenco, founded in 1981, is located at 10 Betnr Industrial Drive in the Stearnsville Business Park off West Housatonic Street.
Williamstown Rural Lands Online Auction
Biddable items range from vacation stays near and far, local adventure experiences on the roads and in the hills, adventures in dining with local establishments – even the services of a pair of skilled builders for a day.
Is a Roth IRA conversion right for you?
Depending on your situation, it might be appropriate to make some year-end financial moves. But there's one in particular that may allow you to take advantage of the current investment climate while providing potential benefits far into the future.
Berkshire Organizations Partner to Launch New Website to Help Grant Seekers
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and several partner agencies joined to form BFF in response to a need for a clearinghouse focused on the investment of COVID-19 recovery dollars into the region, to improve the well-being of community members
Adams Conservation Approves Parking Expansion for B&B Micromanufacturing
The project is already partially complete, as the applicant was unaware a notice of intent was required. The construction is within a 100-foot buffer zone of bordering vegetated wetlands.
Kohl's Cuts Ribbon on Lenox Location
Manager Christine Bujanow said the store was brought to the region to offer more diversity in products and give residents another place to shop.
Balance Rock Team Member Promoted Investment Group
Geary is part of a team that includes two financial advisors and six support staff dedicated to providing an array of financial products and services that best serve their clients' needs.
Adams' Full Well Farm Celebrates 'Climate Battery' Greenhouse
The town hosted a ribbon cutting for Full Well Farm on Halloweeen to celebrate the opening of its new "climate battery" greenhouse.
Berkshire Athenaeum to Host Job Resource Fair
The event will be held 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Food Zone on the library's main floor.
Adams Officials Surprise Merkai Salon for Five Years in Business
Kuczynski is a U.S. Navy veteran who served as an aviation mechanic during the Desert Shield and Desert Storm. After her service, she attended cosmetology school, eventually fulfilling her dream by opening the salon in 2017.
Avoid becoming 'burden' on grown children
Here's an interesting statistic: Some 72 percent of retirees say one of their biggest fears is becoming a burden on their families, according to a 2021 survey by Age Wave and Edward Jones.
Adams Theater gets $800K Through State Program
The theater is currently in the middle of a fundraiser, culminating in a benefit concert by the piano group Two Piano Journey on Nov. 11
Kohl's Opens in Lenox, Grand Opening Friday
The store held a soft opening Sunday, Oct. 30. A ribbon-cutting is planned for Friday, Nov. 4.
Deadline for Adams License Renewal Paperwork Nov. 21
The town will soon send out annual license renewal information to businesses, which the Board of Selectmen intends to approve on Dec. 7.
Provisions Williamstown Grand Opening Today
After a license became available in town, MacGillivray decided to sell locally produced wine and cheese, in addition to things he has tried in his travels.
Community Invited to Volunteer Fair
Sponsored by Berkshire Bank, this free event features 30 diverse nonprofit organizations sharing information about their mission, programs, and volunteer needs.
North Adams Chamber Announces LumiNAMA Holiday Lights Initiative
All businesses in North Adams are encouraged to create a window display and illuminate their windows with holiday lights from 4 pm to 8 pm daily, coinciding with the City's tree lighting ceremony on the evening of Nov. 23
Berkshire United Way kicks off 2022-2023 Campaign Year
The team at BUW works with nearly 140 workplace campaigns to offer simple, efficient, and enjoyable ways for employees to make a difference in the community, according to a press release.
Don't overlook importance of cash
If you're an investor, you no doubt pay a great deal of attention to your stocks, bonds and mutual funds. But you shouldn't forget another key element of your financial strategy: cash.
Berkshire Bank's Foundation Donates to 160 Nonprofit Organizations
According to a press release, the grants awarded cover a range of projects that help foster community diversity, equity, and inclusion-focused programs, support education and youth, and enhance opportunities for individual success in the communities the bank serves.
Killeen Arace & Quinn PC Announce New Business Partner
Rice is a veteran of the US Army. He went on to receive his accounting degree and MBA from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA). After completing his degrees, he earned the enrolled agent and Certified Public Accountant designations.
Brien Center Marks 100 Years of Mental Health Care With Gala
The centennial gala was postponed for over two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is believed to be the center's first.
North Adams Chamber Fall Workshop Series to Support Small Businesses
Business owners, artists and entrepreneurs are encouraged to come together to brainstorm the best ways to promote products and services ahead of the holiday season.
Hancock Shaker Village Executive Director Works to Honor the Shaker's Legacy
He replaces Jennifer Trainer Thompson who stepped down in July. She was appointed in 2016.
