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Lanesborough Coffeeshop Opens in Honor of Jacob Galliher
The coffee shop, located at 20 Williamstown Road, was opened in honor of Galliher and will stand as a monument to him and his memory.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires Cash Management Officer
In this role, Burgos will oversee the multitude of cash transactions for the institution's commercial customers as well as manage business deposits, real estate and non-real estate loans.
Franky's Liquor Store and Market Holds Grand Opening
An abandoned building that had been sitting vacant for four years has been transformed into a mini-market featuring a diverse array of goods.
Pittsfield Coop Bank Hires Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer
He has experience in commercial lending, commercial real estate assessment, credit risk analysis, portfolio management, relationship management and business development.
Williamstown to Take Up Regulations for Sidewalk Dining
Town Manager Robert Menicocci told the board that the Legislature recently permanently enshrined some of the pandemic-era loosening of regulations around outdoor alcohol and food service for businesses holding indoor licenses.
Pittsfield's Boost North Street Cohort Celebrates Program Launch
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation Partner with MassDevelopment's Transformative Development Initiative to Support North Street Businesses
M&J's Taste of Home Opens on Park Street on Wednesday
The diner is set to open at 6 a.m. sharp on Wednesday morning and will be open from 6 to 2 and Sundays serving breakfast only from 6 to 1.
MountainOne Donates $10K to Berkshire Community Action Council
Funds to benefit BCAC's Warm Winter Clothing Program
North Adams Planners OK Starbucks Development on Problem Corner
The Planning Board on Monday approved a multi-tenant redevelopment of the former St. Francis property that will include a long-rumored Starbucks.
1Berkshire Marks Halfway Point of Pandemic-Altered Blueprint
1Berkshire's blueprint for economic development was adaptable when it needed to be and today, paves steps for a post-pandemic Berkshire County.
Marchetti Details Six Months of 'Going Bold' at 1Berkshire Lunch
Six months in, Mayor Peter Marchetti detailed his progress in plans to "go bold or go home" during a 1Berkshire luncheon last week.
Update: Purchaser of Williamstown Farm Declines to Talk About Deal
A Williamstown farm that has been on the market for several years was purchased this week, but the purchaser has declined to talk about its plans for the property.
Get Free Help Completing FAFSA Application
College-bound students of all ages and/or their caregivers can register to meet in person with a financial aid expert to receive assistance with completing the 2024-2025 FAFSA form or ask questions about the financial aid process for college.
Williamstown Board Opts for Signage Over Pub Closure
The Board of Health on Monday voted unanimously not to revoke the license of a South Williamstown restaurant that has been operating under a boil water order from the Department of Environmental Protection since December.
MountainOne Expands Commercial Lending Team
Additions include Peter Duckett and Christopher Glynn.
Adams Community Bank Elects New Corporators
The following individuals were elected corporators of Community Bancorp of the Berkshires, MHC: Justin McKennon, A.J. Enchill, Karen Sinopoli, Tim Burke, Tina Larre, Alexandra "Alex" Glover, Lindsay D. DiSantis, Robin Sher, Stella Downie, and Leonard Light.
Pittsfield Settles on $786K Reimbursement in Cannabis Dispensary Lawsuit
The city will refund a sum of more than $786,000 to three local cannabis dispensaries for allegedly "unreasonable" Host Community Agreement fees, a lawsuit that has popped up around the state.
RJ's Taking Over Hotel on North Restaurant
The Licensing Board approved a change of manager and transfer of liquor license from Berkshire Palate to J&D Reyes Restaurant Entertainment, the owners of RJ's Restaurant on First Street.
Greylock Federal Shred Day Raises Funds for United Way
Community Shred Day Success: more than 10,250 pounds of personal papers shredded
Lee Bank Holds Annual Meeting, Elects Four New Corporators
The board of trustees elected four new corporators all of whom have accepted their roles.
Downtown Pittsfield Business Improvement Grant Recipients
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and the Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation are co-facilitating The Pittsfield Glow Up! Business Improvement Grant Program.
Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes New Agents
Ashlee and Vince join as seasoned Realtors, bringing expertise and a dedication to excellence in every transaction.
How is your retirement income taxed?
Once you're retired, you will likely need to draw on several types of income for your living expenses.
Mass MoCA Commission Approves Mental Health Practices as Tenants
The Mass MoCA Commission on Thursday approved three new tenants for Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art.
Dalton Health Board OKs 90-Day Variance for Food Truck
The Board of Health approved a 90-day variance for Pizza Trails Food Truck to get a food manager's permit during its meeting last week.
North Adams Draft Ordinance Allows More Retail Cannabis
The mayor is asking the City Council to take up a revamp of the cannabis ordinance that will allow more establishments to licensed.
North Adams Liquor Store Has New Owner; Vegan Eatery Gets Alcohol License
The License Board on Tuesday approved two license transfers including one for V&V and a license for a restaurant in the former BrewHaHa on West Main Street.
ConCom Sends Enforcement Order to Pittsfield Country Club
Last week, the panel ratified an enforcement order for unauthorized land disturbance and vegetation removal within bordering land subject to flooding, bordering vegetated wetlands, inland bank, and buffer zones.
North Adams Planners Renew Brewery Permit, Ask Legal Opinion on Glamping Changes
One long gestating project is expected to be completed this year but another one has been delayed yet again for a legal opinion.
