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Site 9 has Another Interested Buyer

Coakley said they have received a purchase and sale agreement but before signing, there have to be assurances that the company has the financial requirements to construct the building.

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Greylock Federal Upcoming Workshops in August

Greylock Federal Credit Union is offering free workshops in August.

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Donated Blankets Wrap Phelps Cancer Patients in Loving Care

The Haddad Auto Group has been active in community philanthropy for more than 90 years, with hundreds of local organizations enjoying the benefits over that time.

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Historic Mausert Block Enters New Era After Years of Vacancy

The overhaul of 21 Park St, is complete, with all 10 two-bedroom apartments nearly rented. There are also three units on the second floor available for rent that will be move-in ready in September.

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Pittsfield's Highland Restaurant Closing After 90 Years of Business

On Sunday, the restaurant announced on social media that August will be its last month in business.

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Hinsdale Can Get Plants Closer to Home Thanks to New Center

The Hinsdale Garden Center has been open since April and is a new spot to get perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, herbs, vegetables, and more.

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Auto Express Opens Second Location in Dalton

Auto Express celebrated the opening of its second location Friday, serving up food from Ozzie's Steak and Eggs.

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New Eagle Street Shop Has the Perfect Toppers

Patricia Welch, who has more than 60 years of hatmaking experience, recently opened Tip Top Hats at 16 Eagle St.

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Friday Front Porch: A Colonial in South Pittsfield

Are you looking for a home with timeless character and thoughtful updates? Then this home on Warwick Street may be the perfect fit.

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Seafood Restaurant Planned for North Street, Pending Liquor License

You may notice a different look to the former Iztac Mexican Restaurant — the brightly colored front entrance has given way to a more subdued, moody facade.

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Berkshire's Diverse Economy Means More Jobs

There was a time when the economy of the Berkshires was significantly impacted — for better and worse — by the operations and fluctuations of GE, Sprague and the other major industrial employers in the region.

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Myotherapy Practice Opens in North Adams

A new mind and body therapist has opened for business in Greylock Works.

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Employment Experts: Berkshire County Has 'Healthy Labor Market'

One version is that there are many available jobs, but employers have a hard time finding workers to fill them. On the other hand, we also hear that Berkshire County does not have enough good jobs, and people have to move elsewhere because of poor job prospects here.

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Friday Front Porch: A New Build in South County

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 114 Brush Hill Road.

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Berkshire Mall Owners Press for Road District Dissolution

Berkshire Mall owner JMJ RE Holdings says without a dissolution of the Baker Hill Road District, the potential sale and redevelopment with the mall would fall through.

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Dispensary Planned for Former Pittsfield Health Food Centre

Cloud Nine Visions got the Community Development Board's OK to do business at 407 North St. on Tuesday, but the Zoning Board of Appeals continued its vote on Wednesday to allow for more feedback.

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Adams Community, Co-Op Becoming 'Trailmark Bank'

The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday.

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iBerkshires Monthly Business Review July

iBerkshires has been busy writing about local businesses. Our new monthly section Berkshire Built highlights local businesses that are producing their own goods.

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Berkshire Built: Dri Umbrellas

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Greylock Federal Awards $20,500 in Scholarships To 31 Students

Opportunity to apply for the Community Enrichment Scholarship was given to all public high schools in Berkshire and Columbia counties. Applicants were required to be a Greylock member and to write an essay showcasing their meaningful community involvement.

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Create an Ad: Johns Building Supply

Johns Building Supply, founded in 1948 by John and Helen Koziara, has a foundation built on the principles of service, honesty, and integrity — values that helped establish the company as one of the area's premier concrete product manufacturers.

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BCArc Names New Director of Adult Family Care

Most recently, Jessica managed the Remote Supports & Monitoring Department for UCP of Western Mass.

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Dream Green Eyes Expansion in Adams

The town will consider whether to approve a special tax assessment agreement for Dream Green Recycling at a special town meeting anticipated for the fall.

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Arlene Vachereau Marks 60th Anniversary at Donovan O'Connor & Dodig

It was the year that Arlene Vachereau, clad in a skirt suit and white gloves, had an interview with attorney Walter J. Donovan. She was immediately hired.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: General Williams House

Are you looking for a large historic home to celebrate family in? Then this might be the home for you.

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BIC Expansion to Begin This Fall

The effort is supported by $5.2 million from the state, and another $2 million was earmarked through an economic development bond bill. Pittsfield has also committed $1 million in GE Economic Development Funds.

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