Business
Licensing Board: Thistle & Mirth Rebrand Proper Response to Stabbing
The Licensing Board is satisfied with Thistle and Mirth's rebranding after a violent incident on Thanksgiving Eve.
How can business owners plan for an exit?
If you're a business owner, you always have a lot to do and a lot to think about. But have you put much thought into how you'll eventually leave it all behind?
MountainOne Bank Hires AVP, Community Mortgage Lending Specialist
Reporting directly to the Head of Residential Lending, Bianchi will work out of the Berkshires, and serve as a member of the Bank's Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Committee.
ServiceNet Names Vice President of Strategy & Program Development
Kuta comes to his new role following 16 years at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield where he gained a portfolio of progressive management experience.
Treasury bonds: Still safe for investors
You may have read reports about an impending "debt crisis" in the U.S. Should you be worried about investing in Treasury securities?
Greylock Appoints Brett Random to Board of Directors
Random is the Executive Director for Berkshire County Head Start and a certified parent educator.
Consider family meeting to discuss estate plans
At some point, you'll want to share your estate plans with your loved ones — and the first step in this process may be to hold a family meeting.
Haddad Subaru Operation Warm Initiative
Haddad Subaru has teamed up with The Christian Center of Pittsfield to host a free coat event on Jan. 25.
Meng's Pan Asian Restaurant in North Adams Changes Hands
Owners Meng Wu "Jason" Wang and Yaling "Joy" Wang put the business up for sale recently and closed a deal with a couple from New York on Jan. 7.
NBT Bank Cuts Ribbon on New North Street Location
NBT Bank celebrated its move across North Street on Wednesday with a ribbon cutting, pledging a continued commitment to the community.
Greylock Federal Credit Union Promotes Branch Manager at West Street
In her role, Garneau oversees all activities for the West Street branch, manages the location's 15 staff, and plays an active role in business development.
How are your investments taxed?
As we begin the new year, you may be receiving various tax statements from your financial services provider — so it's a good time to consider how your investments are taxed. This type of knowledge is useful when you're doing your taxes, and, perhaps just as important, knowing the type of taxes you generate can help you evaluate your overall investment strategy.
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.
