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Pittsfield Council OKs Walmart Expansion, Warns of Parking Lot Conditions

The company requested to amend its site plan by converting about 1,600 square feet of the Pittsfield garden center, which is planned to be enclosed for an online ordering pickup center. As part of a nationwide effort, the store will undergo remodeling.

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Rare297 Bringing Fine Dining Experience for a Year

Rare297 has been open for a year delivering fine dining in the heart of the downtown.

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Second Drop Farm Opens Cafe After Years of Work

The family-owned farm was purchased in 2020, and the Elliots had planned to open a cafe soon after but pandemic made it harder to do so they decided to focus on the farm.

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1Berkshire Welcomes New Economic Recovery Corps Fellow

The ERC Fellowship is a national program run by the International Economic Development Council thanks to funding from the United States Economic Development Administration.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A Home With a Private Getaway

Are you looking for a home that doubles as a vacation getaway? Then this is the house for you.

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MountainOne Insurance Promotes Senior Personal Lines Account Manager

Senior Personal Lines Account Manager is a new leadership-level role that recognizes team members who bring experience, knowledge, and client service to the agency.

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Adelson and Company P.C. Name New Partner

Wimperis, a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Valuation Analyst, has more than 15 years of experience advising individuals and businesses on tax compliance and tax planning.

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North Adams Glamping Resort Switches to Wellness With Special Permit

It took several attempts, but the Planning Board on Monday approved a new special permit for a camping resort on Notch Road.

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McKay's Family Farm Takes Over Farm Stand in Williamstown

A new owner has taken over the former Chenail's Farm Stand at 877 Simmonds Road.

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Wild Soul River Expands Hours and Offerings

Owners Rebecca Guanzon and Justin Adkins opened the herbal and metaphysical shop in 2021. The shop offers a lot of herbs, herbal teas, and one-on one-sessions for tarot reading and reiki.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A Historic House in Williamstown

Are you looking for a historic home near many attractions? Then this is the 261-year-old home is for you.

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Create an Ad: Ioka Valley Farm

Fourth-grade students at Williamstown Elementary showcased the harvest atmosphere of the four-generation family-owned farm and its fall activities as part of our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.

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Methuselah Ordered to Close Earlier for 'Late-Night Problems'

The bar has been a frequent flier at the Licensing Board over the years, incurring a 30-day liquor license suspension in 2021, as well as two and five-day suspensions leading up to it.

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MountainOne Insurance Promotes Senior Personal Lines Account Manager

Senior Personal Lines Account Manager is a new leadership-level role that recognizes team members who bring exceptional experience, knowledge, and client service to the agency.

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Berkshire Restaurants Awarded MassDevelopment Grants

MassDevelopment announced $900,000 in grants from the Food Insecurity Grant Program for Independent Restaurants.

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Co-Op Bank Cash Cube and Spin Wheel Events

This interactive program will feature a Cash Cube and a Spin to Win Wheel, giving participants the chance to win a variety of rewards while connecting with their community and local bank.

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Adams Bank Names Senior VP of Compliance and Risk Management

In this role, Scarpa will lead the Bank's compliance, risk management, and regulatory strategy, ensuring the institution continues to meet and exceed regulatory standards while supporting sustainable growth.

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Market 32, Price Chopper Announce Over $62K for Regional Food Banks

Fill a Glass with Hope / Fill a Plate with Promise Campaign adds to the more than 1 million servings of milk donated to children and families in need

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Odd Bird Farm Opens Great Barrington Bakery

Odd Bird Farm is taking its pastries off the road and into a more permanent home on Main Street.

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BIC Announces 2025 TEDx Berkshires Speakers

TEDx Berkshires is a local, independently organized event that brings the TED experience to the Berkshires by presenting ideas from "thought leaders."

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Williamstown Dispensary Hosts Donation Drive for Local Shelter

Through Oct. 31, customers and community members can drop off essential items at Silver Therapeutics' Williamstown store.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: An Elegant Home With Space

Are you looking for a spacious property near Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Clark Art Institute? Then this is the house for you.

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Pittsfield Council Approves Two New Fiber Internet Providers

The City Council has OK'd fiber-optic networks for Gateway Fiber and Archtop Fiber, bringing more options to the city for internet.

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BMC Achieves 4-Star Quality Rating from CMS

The overall star rating is based on how well a hospital performs across different areas of quality.

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1Berkshire Welcomes Youth Leadership Program Class of 2026

This group of 31 high school juniors from across the Berkshires was selected through a competitive application process to begin a year-long leadership development program that kicked off in late May with a three-day, two-night retreat held at Camp Becket.

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North Adams Played Host to Rural Network Conference

The smallest city in the state hosted representatives from 40 other small rural communities from around the country two weeks ago.

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Pittsfield to See 'Brand New' Walmart

The company has recently been before several Pittsfield boards and commissions in advance of a planned renovation and expansion.

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Keiter Corp. Expanding into the Berkshires

Construction management company Keiter is expanding to the Berkshires with a new Pittsfield office.

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MyCom Federal Credit Union Serving Customers for 70 Years

For 70 years, MyCom Federal Credit Union has been providing services to residents of Berkshire County.

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1Berkshire Celebrates the Berkshires and the Trendsetters

1Berkshire celebrated this year's movers and shakers at the 12th annual Celebrate the Berkshires on Thursday night.

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