Business
Adams Community Bank Changes Commercial Senior Team
After a career in banking spanning 47 years, Palma now enjoys a planned retirement. Palma has been a part of the ACB leadership team since March 2013, when she joined the bank.
Adams Picks Mass Audubon for Glen Educator
The Select Board on Wednesday voted unanimously to enter into negotiations with the nature nonprofit to offer year-round programming.
BRPC Launches Outdoor Recreation Website
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's new outdoor recreation website connects residents and visitors with the county landscape while promoting the region.
New Year's financial resolutions
Now that we've reached 2024, you might be thinking about your goals and hopes for the new year. But in addition to whatever personal resolutions you might make — volunteering, going to the gym more, learning a new language and others — why not make some financial resolutions, too?
BEAT Pushback Extends Comment Deadline on Berkshire Gas Hike
BEAT's Executive Director Jane Winn and Program Director for No Fracked Gas in Mass Rosemary Wessel wrote a letter to members of the DPU after learning about the hearing from an article posted on iBerkshires.com.
OTT Taxi Told to 'Cease Operations'
A local taxi company was told by the city to close its doors at 8 a.m. on New Year's Day after failing to find a new office location.
PEDA Awards $9.8M Bid for Redevelopment of Site 9
A contract has been awarded for the redevelopment of Site 9 with an expected completion date in fall 2024.
Great Barrington Price Chopper Rebranding as Market 32
The construction timeline for the conversion will be finalized when all of the permitting is in place, but the company hopes to unveil its newest Market 32 in time for 2024 holiday season.
Downtown Pittsfield Extends Business Improvement Grant Applications
The program's purpose is to provide grants of up to $10,000 to eligible businesses affected by COVID-19 within ARPA's disproportionately impacted district of Pittsfield.
SaVida Health Relocates to North Street
Local medication-assisted treatment provider SaVida celebrated its relocation with a ribbon cutting on Monday morning.
Theory Wellness Becomes an Employee-Owned Company
Theory has a location in Great Barrington.
Greylock Federal's New Lee Branch To Open in January
In support of this opening, the existing Lee branch at 47 Main St. will be fully closed by Monday, Jan. 8.
1Berkshire Reviews Fulfilling Year at Annual Meeting
1Berkshire conducted 161 business consultations, supported the creation of 92 new jobs and $2.5 million in investment, and made strides with the Berkshire Tech Impact Collaborative and the Berkshire Blueprint 2.0.
Avoid tapping into retirement savings early
If you want to make a big purchase, such as a new car or a piece of property, or you were faced with a large, unexpected expense, such as a major home or auto repair, would you have the funds readily available? If not, you might look at what may be your biggest pool of money — your 401(k) or IRA. But should you tap into these accounts well before you retire?
Market 32 Announces Results of Disabled American Veterans Fundraising Campaign
Price Chopper/Market 32 kicked off the fundraiser with a $10,000 donation and, combined with customer donations, raised $76,471 to go directly to DAV.
1Berkshire's Annual Meeting Highlights a Year of Achievement
Focused on achievements of the past year, nearly 200 attendees gathered to hear the 1Berkshire team cover a year in review, program successes, and welcome new members to its Board of Directors.
1Berkshire Berkshire Leadership Program Accepting Applications
The deadline to apply for the Class of 2024 is Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.
Media & Technology Company Moving Headquarters to Mass MoCA
The Mass MoCA Commission on Monday approved a tenant agreement for Kinetek Inc., which will relocate its headquarters from Montpelier, Vt., to Building 1.
Market 32 Plush Chickens Support Double H Ranch
Double H Ranch provides specialized programs and year-round support for children and their families dealing with life-threatening illnesses.
BIC Receives Collaborative Workspace Program Grant
The Berkshire Innovation Center (BIC) was included and received a $50,000 grant to fit out BIC Works @MOCA.
Know the key benefits of Roth IRA
As you save for retirement, you'll want to take full advantage of the investment vehicles available to you — and one of the best is a Roth IRA. But what sets it apart from other accounts?
Towns Can't Count on Cannabis Fees
The town is accounting for the loss of about $300,000 in "impact fees" due to regulatory changes coming down from the commonwealth's Cannabis Control Commission.
Panchos Gets Liquor License Suspended, Hours Reduced
A consistent string of incidents at Panchos Mexican Restaurant has led to a seven-day liquor license suspension and reduced hours.
PEDA Discusses Possible Innovation District
An innovation district could be a solution to marketing the William Stanley Business Park, planners say.
Thistle & Mirth Turns to Patrons for Help With Pizza Rebranding
The owners of Thistle and Mirth are fundraising to rebrand to the bar's "nerdy and artsy roots" with the addition of pizza.
Mill Town Forms New Advisory Board
Formed in 2016, Mill Town's mission is to improve the quality of life in the region as part of a broad economic and community development strategy.
Haddad Subaru Boosts Pittsfield Fire's BFit Challenge Team
Haddad Subaru has boosted the Pittsfield Fire Department's BFit Challenge fundraiser by $5,000 to support occupational cancer.
COLA can sweeten retirement and health accounts
It's usually a good idea to contribute to the tax-advantaged retirement and health care accounts available to you. And here's some good news: In 2024, you can put even more into these accounts.
Brewhaha Owners Head for Retirement, Bid Farewell to Longtime Patrons
Brewhaha owners Nancy and Barry Garton have sold the cafe and are looking forward to a well-deserved break.
MassHire Career Center Filling Jobs & Building Connections
Approximately 50 businesses and organizations registered to table at the fair and to engage in on-the-spot interviews.
