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Central Berkshire Record Show Spins Back on May 4

A lineup of DJs will spin music throughout the day. They include Pup Daddy Productions (Tim Dupree), DJ Ketchabone (Michael Keleher), Wes Nelson of Belltower Records, Ed Martuscello, and Ed Pelkey.

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Pittsfield's Tavern at The A Facing License Revocation

The Licensing Board has started a six-month timer before revoking the Tavern At The A's liquor license.

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Lenox Home Decor Shop Offers Design Ideas, Annie Selke Products

The former Annie Selke store on Main Street is now Home on Main, another home decor venture.

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Anahata Schoolhouse is Offering a New Program for the Community

Garivaltis has been a leader in ayurveda for 25 years and taught for 12 years at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Strockbridge.

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Market 32, Price Chopper Customers Raise Over $60K for Special Olympics

The funds will benefit Special Olympics athletes in the six states where the stores operate.

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Wigwam Western Summit Getting Ready to Reopen for Season

The new owners of the Wigwam Western Summit are gearing up to open for their first full season.

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Greylock Federal accepting applications for new program, Greylock Wealth Ambassadors

The 10-month program, designed as a focus and influencer group, will include up to 20 Greylock members ages 11-22, currently in middle, high school, vocational, or college

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New Businesses Blend Cannabis Retail and Motorcycle Culture

Royal Enfield of Bennington County, a multinational motorcycle manufacturer, and Rambler Cannabis Supply held their grand opening on Saturday in the brick building at the intersection of Route 346 and North Pownal Road.

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Weekend Outlook: Nature Activities, Cleanups, and More

Events in the Berkshires this weekend include community clean-up initiatives, plays, nature activities, and more.

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Village Pizza in North Adams Closes After 40 Years

Village Pizza owner Christina Nicholas took to Facebook to announce the closure with an emotional goodbye, explaining that medical issues were forcing her hand.

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Blue Vista Motor Lodge Brings Hospitality & View to Guests

The Blue Vista Motor Lodge is still bringing hospitality to the town of Florida — even 100 years, many owners, names, and renovations later.

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Hot plate Brewing Co. on Becoming Top 3 Best New Brewery

Hot Plate Brewing Co. was recently recognized as No. 3 in USA Today's list of "Best New Brewery."

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AccessPlus Awarded Grant to Bring Fiber to Affordable Housing Units

Internet provider AccessPlus was recently awarded the Massachusetts Broadband Institute Retrofit program grant.

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North Adams Planners OK 'Model' Cabin; Support Outdoor Cannabis

Tourists had pivoted to a cabin production facility in the Blackinton Mill when financing to transform it into a hotel fell through. The Planning Board approved permitting for the venture in January and the development of the "working" model on Monday.

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SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement

Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.

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State Launches Workforce Innovation Tour at Interprint

The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development kicked off its "revolutionary" workforce tour at Interprint and learned some about decor printing.

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Grazie Reopening With New Location, New Menu

After a monthlong break and a relocation, popular restaurant Grazie is ready to reopen this Wednesday.

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New Owner 'Fell in Love' With Springs Motel

The new owners of the landmark Springs Motel on Route 7 are keeping its newly renovated vibe but will add a few touches of their own.

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MountainOne to Launch Second Children’s Book, 'Something to Save'

MountainOne's second children's book, "Something to Save," featuring Mo, the MountainOne Spokesgoat, was released at the MountainOne Annual Meeting on April 7, 2025.

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End of an Era: Otis Poultry Farm Closes After 121 Years

Pyenson said the economy has harmed his business, including the effects of the pandemic. He is thankful for everyone who has stopped by and supported the farm since his grandparents founded it.

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Great Barrington Studio Owner Has Passion for Pilates

Tanya Grillon is spreading the benefits of Pilates, which focuses on strength, flexibility, muscle control and posture.

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Tractor Supply to Host Pet Treat Tasting Event in North Adams

The event will allow pets to sample various pet treats sold at the store

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House of Polish Opens in Lenox

Mother and daughter duo Paula Mlynarski and Casey Christopher have a passion for art and they are expressing their creativity together through nail design.

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The Station in Lee Fuses New Flavors With Iconic Restaurant

The proprietors of the popular Charlie's Bistro Bus food truck have opened a new restaurant in the old train station.

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Hearth & Hound Dog Day-Care Opens in Lee

Alexis Montgomery was disappointed on returning to the Berkshires to find the dog day-care she'd used was closing. So she started her own.

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BFAIR Selected for Big Y Community Bag Program in April

During April, $1 will be donated to BFAIR for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the Big Y.

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Greylock Federal Reports Strong 2024 Financial Results, Announces Board Election

According to Chief Financial Officer Michael A. King, the credit union's regulatory capital ratio increased from 12.14 percent to 12.21 percent.

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Stop & Shop Boosts BCC Food Pantry by $7,500

Stop & Shop boosted Berkshire Community College's food pantry by $7,500, providing students with nutritional stability while focusing on education.

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New Mobile Groomer Servicing Parts of Berkshire County

Curbside Pet Spa is a luxury one-on-one dog grooming experience that Varriale started in 2012 in Connecticut.

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We Got The Juice Opens in Adams With Smoothies and More

New smoothie shop We Got The Juice has been open for two weeks and swarmed with business.

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