Business
Berkshire's Diverse Economy Means More Jobs
There was a time when the economy of the Berkshires was significantly impacted — for better and worse — by the operations and fluctuations of GE, Sprague and the other major industrial employers in the region.
Myotherapy Practice Opens in North Adams
A new mind and body therapist has opened for business in Greylock Works.
Employment Experts: Berkshire County Has 'Healthy Labor Market'
One version is that there are many available jobs, but employers have a hard time finding workers to fill them. On the other hand, we also hear that Berkshire County does not have enough good jobs, and people have to move elsewhere because of poor job prospects here.
Friday Front Porch: A New Build in South County
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 114 Brush Hill Road.
Berkshire Mall Owners Press for Road District Dissolution
Berkshire Mall owner JMJ RE Holdings says without a dissolution of the Baker Hill Road District, the potential sale and redevelopment with the mall would fall through.
Dispensary Planned for Former Pittsfield Health Food Centre
Cloud Nine Visions got the Community Development Board's OK to do business at 407 North St. on Tuesday, but the Zoning Board of Appeals continued its vote on Wednesday to allow for more feedback.
Adams Community, Co-Op Becoming 'Trailmark Bank'
The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday.
iBerkshires Monthly Business Review July
iBerkshires has been busy writing about local businesses. Our new monthly section Berkshire Built highlights local businesses that are producing their own goods.
Greylock Federal Awards $20,500 in Scholarships To 31 Students
Opportunity to apply for the Community Enrichment Scholarship was given to all public high schools in Berkshire and Columbia counties. Applicants were required to be a Greylock member and to write an essay showcasing their meaningful community involvement.
Create an Ad: Johns Building Supply
Johns Building Supply, founded in 1948 by John and Helen Koziara, has a foundation built on the principles of service, honesty, and integrity — values that helped establish the company as one of the area's premier concrete product manufacturers.
BCArc Names New Director of Adult Family Care
Most recently, Jessica managed the Remote Supports & Monitoring Department for UCP of Western Mass.
Dream Green Eyes Expansion in Adams
The town will consider whether to approve a special tax assessment agreement for Dream Green Recycling at a special town meeting anticipated for the fall.
Arlene Vachereau Marks 60th Anniversary at Donovan O'Connor & Dodig
It was the year that Arlene Vachereau, clad in a skirt suit and white gloves, had an interview with attorney Walter J. Donovan. She was immediately hired.
Friday Front Porch Feature: General Williams House
Are you looking for a large historic home to celebrate family in? Then this might be the home for you.
BIC Expansion to Begin This Fall
The effort is supported by $5.2 million from the state, and another $2 million was earmarked through an economic development bond bill. Pittsfield has also committed $1 million in GE Economic Development Funds.
BIC Awarded Climatetech Business Development Grant
Mass Clean Energy Center funding supports 10 organizations advancing early-stage climatetech startups from research to commercialization and scaling
MountainOne Earns Ranking on Boston Business Journal's 2026 Best Places to Work List
This recognition marks the second consecutive year MountainOne has been honored and reflects an improvement from its #21 ranking in 2025.
Governor Healey Announces $2M Boost for Pittsfield Tech Hub
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced a $2 million award to the BIC for its upcoming Advanced Manufacturing for Advanced Optics Lab. This is on top of $5 million from the MA Tech Hub designation and a total of $1 million from the city’s economic development funds.
Pittsfield Board Suspends Bei Tempi's Liquor License for Underage Service
The Licensing Board voted to suspend Bei Tempi's liquor license for five days, determining that it was "more likely than not" that the bar served at least one underage patron alcohol.
Theaters Respond to Changing Customer Tastes, Studio Requirements
Local theaters also have to adapt to constantly-changing conditions and trends in the film and theater industry. This requires balancing the often-convoluted requirements of movie studios and distributors with the preferences and tastes of local audiences.
The Best of Both Worlds: Why Subaru's Hybrid Commitment Means You Don't Have to Choose
With the arrival of an all-new hybrid powertrain across its most popular models, Subaru is delivering something drivers around Pittsfield and the wider Berkshires have wanted for a long time: all-weather capability and the kind of fuel efficiency that makes every trip up the Mohawk Trail a little easier on your wallet.
Community, Investment Keep Silver Screens Lit in the Berkshires
A community drive called Save the Triplex, led by local resident Nicki Wilson, was quickly organized. It gained strong support and within several months managed to raise sufficient funds to make an offer to buy the Triplex for $1 million. Stanley facilitated the deal by providing a five-year mortgage to spread out the purchase price.
Pandemic, Economics Transform Berkshire Moviegoing Options
The expansion and remodeling of Images Cinema at 50 Spring St. in Williamstown reflects the unusual cinematic landscape of Berkshire County in the wake of a very disruptive period that was sparked by the COVID pandemic of 2020.
Lee Bank Holds Annual Meeting, Elects Five New Corporators
During the meeting, the Board of Trustees elected five new corporators, each of whom has accepted their role.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Historic Berkshire Property
Are you looking for a beautiful and historic property with room for a big family? Then this is the home for you.
BFAIR and UCP of Western Mass Announce Merger Progress
Following a joint agreement by the Boards of Directors of both BFAIR and UCP of Western Massachusetts, Randy Kinnas has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of both organizations. This appointment marks a step in the unification process, establishing a single, unified executive leadership structure to guide the merged entity through its next chapter.
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