Business
State Cafe is Serving Fresh Vietnamese Dishes
The cafe first opened last summer as 328North and plans to remain open until September. It is offering similar fare, including Vietnamese-inspired dishes like banh mi sandwiches and noodle or rice bowls with a variety vegetables.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Launch Drive to Support Local Food Pantries
Pre-packed bags aim to fill meal gaps for families during summer break
BCC State of Work Summit Brought Berkshire Employers Together
The event was presented by BCC, MassHire, Berkshire Innovation Center, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and 1Berkshire and was held on the college's main campus.
Create an Ad: SBM
With pens and crayons in hand, the students let their creativity run rampant as they created advertisements for Smith Brothers-McAndrews Insurance, showcasing its community-focused approach to providing insurance for families, businesses, and individuals.
Lever Partnering Two Companies to Use Local Wood in Berkshire Projects
Lever recently received a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to help support this project.
Pittsfield Lawn and Tractor has a New Name and Space
The new location, 1685 West Housatonic Street, is just up the road from their former spot.
A New Storage Facility is Coming to Pittsfield
The facility has 431 units.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Modern in the Mountains
The house has three bedrooms, with the primary and en suite on the first floor, and 2 1/2 bathrooms and was built in 1981. The asking price is $1,495,000.
Attorney Elisabeth C. Goodman Joins Donovan O'Connor and Dodig
Goodman comes to the firm after many years of successful practice in the Commonwealth, primarily in Berkshire County.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Holds Annual Meeting, Elects Board of Directors
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) held its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 and welcomed a new member to its Board of Directors.
North Adams License Commission OKs Wine & Beer for State Food & Drink
The License Commission approved a beer and wine license Tuesday for State Food and Drink LLC at 508 State Road.
Salon Owner Opens in Grandfather's Old North Adams Barber Shop
Boucher received her cosmetology license through Mildred Elley around 2016. She trained under and was certified by Victoria Brassard in Pittsfield, who owns Lemon Lash Academy and FaceFrame Collective. Boucher had her Belle Ame Lashes by Keke in the Pittsfield studio.
North Adams Planners OK Parking Lot Construction at Blackinton Mill
The parking and delivery area will serve the light industry in the mill, a cabin building venture approved in January, and other uses.
Berkshire Organizations Awarded Funds Through Small Business Technical Assistance Program
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $6.7 Million to Support Small Business Services Statewide Small Business Technical Assistance Program Awards Will Help 73 Nonprofits Deliver Technical Assistance, Business Skills Workshop Training, and Access to Financing to Small Businesses.
MountainOne Holds 176th Annual Meeting
The meeting began with a welcome from Board of Trustees Chair Daniel Bosley, followed by financial highlights shared by Steve Owens, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Information Officer.
1Berkshire Trendsetter Award Nominations Open
These Awards will be presented at the annual Celebrate the Berkshires event.
Greylock Federal Promotes Branch Manager at Lanesborough branch
In her role, Thompson manages an expanded team, and plays an active role in business development, promoting Greylock's products and services.
Pittsfield's Tavern at the A Secures Liquor License
On Monday, the Licensing Board approved an All-Alcohol Restaurant License transfer from House of Seasoning, a change of license location, and a change of manager for the Crane Avenue establishment.
Market 32, Price Chopper, Freihofer's Partner in Support of Alzheimer's Association
During May and June, a $.10 donation will be made to the Alzheimer's Association with each purchase of specific Freihofer's products, specially marked with shelf tags in most stores.
Berkshire Access Realty Merges with Bishop West Real Estate
Berkshire Access Realty has officially joined Bishop West Real Estate, a move aimed at expanding real estate services and reach across Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont.
BCC to Host Berkshire State of Work Summit on June 18
Three tracks to feature 15 sessions, 40+ speakers; 200 attendees expected
Lever and BIC Awarded Climatetech Startup Grants from MassCEC
Funding will enable 12 organizations to expand the state's climatetech startup ecosystem
K&M Bowling Opens Mini-Golf Course in Pittsfield
The city's only bowling alley now has the city's only miniature golf.
Create an Ad: Bedard Brothers
Although only three winners were selected for the series, Bedard and Bird said all the students captured the atmosphere and mission of the dealerships in their ads.
MountainOne Bank Announces 2025 Officer Promotions
MountainOne announced the promotion of six Mountaineers to Officer roles.
Tamarind Heads to Host Cooking Demo and Tasting at Guido's Fresh Marketplace
Chef James Giberson will prepare samples featuring the sauces, which are made with tamarind and five other ingredients. Attendees can meet the chef, learn about the sauces, and sample the product.
Co-op Bank's William Street Branch Appoint Branch Officer
As AVP, Branch Officer, he will oversee daily operations, staff development, and community outreach for the branch, ensuring the Bank's continued commitment to personalized, high-quality service.
Devanny-Condron Funeral Home Ending Over 100-Year Legacy
Devanny-Condron Funeral Home will close next week after more than 100 years of serving mourning local families.
With Taxes Paid, Berkshire Mall Owners Plan for Senior Housing
JMJ Holdings is entering into the design process for a nine-figure overhaul of the shuttered mall property into 420 to 450 units of senior housing.
Market 32, Price Chopper Launch Fill a Glass with Hope Campaign
The initiative will run from May 1 to June 30. Customers are invited to round up their change at checkout to support local food banks in purchasing fresh milk and other nutritious food for families experiencing food insecurity.
