Business
With New Owners, Teddy's Pizza is Business as Usual
Teddy's Pizza Restaurant on East Street has been purchased by Mike Manning, who is continuing its 50-year legacy as the long-loved pizzeria and family restaurant everyone knows.
Nonprofits Invited to Meet Berkshire Funders
Nonprofits are invited to attend this free gathering to learn more about local funders and their grant-making programs.
Avoid these investment mistakes
We all make mistakes in many areas of life. These mistakes are usually fairly harmless — we took a wrong turn while driving, used the wrong ingredients in a recipe and so on. But sometimes, our mistakes can be costly — especially those connected to investing.
North Adams Hospital Seeks Overlay District to Support Medical Services
The Hospital Avenue Overlay District would cover only the property off Hospital Avenue owned by BMC that includes the former hospital building, the Clark House, Doctor's Building and Ambulatory Care Center.
Berkshires Gets $8M in State Economic Development Grants
North Adams received the highest amount in the county: $2.25 million for public and private development projects. Pittsfield is getting $540,000 for six projects and Cheshire, Dalton and Great Barrington up to $1 million each for road projects.
Pamela Sandler Architect Welcomes New Team Members
Norman Anton and Amy Pulver joined the team.
Pittsfield Business UAT to be Highlighted on National Television
In the fall of 2020, the City of Pittsfield provided UAT with $300,000 in Economic Development Funds to help relocate to Pittsfield, create new jobs, testing equipment and software and to develop a new internship program.
Don't leave your IRA to the IRS
If you've invested in an IRA for many decades, it may well turn into a key source of income for your retirement. Still, you might not deplete your IRA in your lifetime, especially if you also have a pension or a 401(k) and other investment income. So, if your IRA still has sizable assets after your passing, it would likely end up in your estate plan.
Hancock Shaker Village Appoints Director and CEO
Prior to serving as Interim Director, Holland served on the board of Hancock Shaker Village since 2020 and most recently served as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees.
Hot Plate Brewery Witchy Wednesday Salon
They are partnering with local businesses, performers, and artisans to showcase talent that exists in Downtown Pittsfield. The event will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 25 inside their taproom located at 1 School Street.
B&B Micro Manufacturing Recognized At Manufacturing Awards Ceremony
State Senator Paul Mark, D-Becket, nominated B&B Micro Manufacturing.
North Adams Committee Advises Repeal of Secondhand Store Laws
The ordinance requires secondhand dealers to keep meticulous records for police of any purchases from the public and that those purchases be held for 30 days, as well as inventory of their goods.
Start moving toward retirement security
It's not as well-known as Halloween, but National Retirement Security week happens every October – the third week, to be precise — and while it doesn't involve ghosts and goblins, it does deal with something even more frightening: the risk of not being able to enjoy a comfortable retirement.
Haddad Auto Marks 90 Years
The dealership has gone on to win awards in service excellence, and customer satisfaction. The Toyota stores have earned the President's Award for 16 years in a row.
Berkshire East Named a 2023 Mass Save Climate Leader
The award, given to 14 recipients, recognizes long-term energy efficiency commitment and dedication by leveraging the support and incentives the Mass Save program offers.
Pittsfield Councilor Unsucessfully Tries to Block New Cannabis Store
On Tuesday, the City Council shot down his attempt to reverse the Zoning Board of Appeals September granting of a special permit to Cloud 9 for a retail store at Allendale Shopping Center.
Pittsfield Shares profiles of ARPA Recipients
The city released the sixth profile, highlighting the work of Arts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY).
When should you sell investments?
If you're a long-term investor, your portfolio may stay fairly stable over time. However, that doesn't mean you will never sell any investments. But when should you sell — and why?
Berkshire Edward Jones Office Supports Toys for Tots Drive
Toys can be dropped off from Oct. 1 through Dec. 6
Lever Launches Massachusetts Founders Network to Support Startups
A statewide one-stop source for networking, collaboration and resources for innovative entrepreneurs was launched on Wednesday with support from state and local officials.
North Adams Aubuchon Closing Doors After 36 Years
The interim store manager Scott Wascher made the announcement on his Facebook page Tuesday. He was not immediatley available to speak to iBerkshires yesterday.
North Adams Planners Put Off Decisions on Dispensary, 'Glamp' Site
The Planning Board on Monday put off deciding on two special permit applications that proponents say will add jobs and contribute to the city's tax base.
What should you ask a financial advisor?
Managing your finances and investing for your future are important tasks — and they can be challenging. But you don't have to go it alone.
Hudpuckers Gets Entertainment License, Extended Hours on Opening Day
Hudpuckers Pub and Grill opened on Monday in the former Tahiti Takeout. The name is a nod to Bobby Hudpuckers, a popular eatery that closed more than 10 years ago.
Egremont Awarded MVP Action Grant
The Action funding builds on the Egremont MVP climate resilience planning process completed in 2022, which identified the top climate change impacts being felt locally, that require further study or mitigation.
Blackinton Mill Owners: City's Delays Put $17M Hotel Project in Peril
The $17 million expansion plans for the Blackinton Mill are tripping over a 10-foot high pile hides that has been decaying for 60 years.
Miss Adams Diner Auctioned Off for $80,000
David Atwell purchased the property at a sheriff's auction on Wednesday afternoon for $80,000 against the only other bidder, Mark Lapier.
What to know about HSAs and FSAs
Paying for health care can be challenging — but are you taking full advantage of all the resources available to you?
Popup & Catering Company Brings the Smoke to UpStreet
Moody brings his Southern roots into the recipes and Shrader adds a Caribbean twist. Her mother was from Bermuda and her grandmother from Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Red Lion Inn Celebrates 250 Years
The community toasted 250 years of the Red Lion Inn and hoped for many more at a celebration last week.
