Berkshire Eagle

“Anyone may so arrange his affairs that his taxes shall be as low as possible; he is not bound to choose that pattern which will best pay the Treasury; there is not even a patriotic duty to increase one’s taxes.”

PITTSFIELD — Shawn Serre received a tape recorder as a gift when he was a young boy. It sparked an interest in recording that never has abated.

PITTSFIELD — The MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board honored two companies and three individuals for their contributions to the community, at the organization's annual meeting. 

LENOX — Christopher A. Silipigno has been promoted to chief executive officer of Renaissance Investment Group LLC, a financial services firm headquartered in the Berkshires that specializes in comprehensive financial counseling and investment management for high-net-worth individuals.

GREAT BARRINGTON — Shannon Amidon Castille has been named executive director of  the Berkshire Bach Society, replacing Paula Hatch, who has retired after serving in the position for 16 years. Hatch will continue to serve on the board of directors.