Business
North Adams Sees Drop in Alcohol Licenses
The License Commission last week approved the annual pouring, entertainment, package, liquor and automobile dealer licenses for the coming year.
Planet Fitness Donates 800 Pounds of Food to Combat Hunger in Western Mass
This contribution equates to approximately 800 meals for local families facing food insecurity.
Carr Hardware Customers Raise Money for Thanksgiving Angels
The funds helped provide Thanksgiving meals for over 2,000 families in Berkshire County.
Pittsfield's Tavern at The A Will Seek New Operators
The Tavern at The A is again looking for a new operator with a hopeful opening in the spring. First, it must be able to transfer the liquor license.
Hoosac Valley Coal & Grain Marks Five Years Under New Owner
Hoosac Valley Coal and Grain owner Jennifer Brown has expanded the business hoping to remind shoppers of Adams' past.
One Eagle Street Restaurant: Three Eateries Inside
Three veterans of the restaurant industry are experimenting with a collaborative that will offer distinctive experiences in a single space.
Create an Ad: Mike's Maytag Home Appliance Center
Morris Elementary School fourth-graders in Pamela Codey's class participated in our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.
Big Y in Providing Meals to Those in Need This Holiday Season
Every $5 donation brings 10 meals to those in need.
New Nissan Owners Want to Turn Troubled Dealership Around
The incoming owners of Nissan of Pittsfield want to turn the dealership around after it allegedly left multiple customers "in the hole."
Berkshire Waste Reduction Businesses Awarded Grants
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $1.8 Million to Support Waste Reduction Businesses Across Massachusetts
Dalton ZBA OKs Gas Station Appeal
The location has been an automotive repair shop, Miller's Service, for several decades until its owner, Darren Miller, sold it to Lipton Properties in February 2024 for $500,000.
Pittsfield's Site 9 Near-Complete, Funding Secured for Sites 7 & 8
The William Stanley Business Park is transforming from grey to greener. Site 9 is nearly completed and funds have been secured to ready Sites 7 and 8 for development.
Salvation Army, Market 32 Launch Holiday Kettle Donation Program
The campaign this year will run Nov. 11 – Dec. 24.
413 Bistro Closing This Month
The restaurant 413 Bistro is closing this month after three years in the downtown.
Truffles By Tarah Pop-Up Opens in Pittsfield
On Friday, the ribbon was cut for Truffles by Tarah at 48 North St. Offerings range from classic favorites such as dark chocolate to lavender lemonade.
Lee Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 100 Years
For 100 years, the Lee Chamber of Commerce has promoted business in the small, quaint town right off the Massachusetts Turnpike.
Junior Marketers: Ioka Valley Farm
This month, students depicted life at the four-generation family-owned and operated Ioka Valley Farm at 3475 Hancock Road, specifically highlighting its winter season when they sell Christmas trees.
Lipton Appealing Dalton Code Enforcement Ruling on Gas Station
A public hearing on Nov. 12 will determine whether the new owners of 630 Main St. can proceed with their plan to reopen a gas station.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Holiday Inn TIF Extension
The Finance subcommittee on Monday recognized the pandemic's impact on business and the benefits of a new hotel.
Greylock Federal Promotes Assistant Vice President, Market Manager
Beron began her career with Greylock as a part-time teller at the Lee branch.
Pittsfield Licensing Board Says Bar Responded Properly to Melee
The Licensing Board feels the owners of Bei Tempi responded properly to an early October melee outside of the bar.
West Oil Acquired by Connecticut Energy Firm
Longtime family business West Oil Co. has changed hands after 75 years — but the new owners say customers won't notice any major changes, including the name.
Cultural Organizations Talk Impact on Berkshire County
Cultural institutions are recovering from the pandemic and feel their success is interconnected.
Haddad Nominated as Time Dealer of the Year
George Haddad Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires Vice President
She has significant experience in branch management, financial advising, personal insurance sales and management, relationship management and customer service.
Which IRA is right for you?
The individual retirement account (IRA) is celebrating its golden anniversary. Created in 1974, this savings vehicle has helped millions of people build resources for retirement.
Berkshire Sterile Manufacturing Awarded $500K
In Berkshire County, Berkshire Sterile Manufacturing of Lee was awarded $500,000.
Market 32 Fundraising Campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
During the month of October, customers can round up their change at the checkout, 100 percent of which will go directly to local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Price Chopper will match all donations, up to $10,000.
Berkshires Applauded for Climate-Tech Ecosystem
The Berkshires are seen as important partners in the statewide goal for a climate-tech corridor.
