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A family of bowling enthusiasts from Pittsfield have purchased Imperial Bowling Center and are converting it into a tenpin facility.
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UPDATED: Wayfair is planning to close its customer call center in Pittsfield when the company's lease for the space expires in July. Mayor Linda M. Tyer said the city was informed of Wayfair’s intentions Monday. “Clearly, it’s discouraging news, because as you know Wayfair came into the comm…
Two new dining spots are opening in Lenox, while nearly a half-dozen current or former restaurant buildings are on the market, some just for the business, others for the real estate as well.
Luigi Iasilli and his partner Bridget Cappo have relocated their successful Max restaurants from Manhattan to the Berkshires by way of Columbia County, N.Y.
It is easy to sit back in an academic environment and say he or she should have known better. Chastisement is not what is needed; compassion and assistance is what is needed. Blame the criminal, not the victim. Help the victim!
Byzantium will close Jan. 31. What comes next for the Railroad Street storefront hasn't been announced yet, but longtime customers of the clothing store feel "gut-punched" it's closing.
The "Coming Soon" banner up all summer will be taken down Friday at 41 North St. in Pittsfield. We caught up with the new restaurant's owners, who shared what they will be serving and how they hope to welcome all.
The North Adams-based nonprofit, known as a "small business accelerator," just hit a milestone in its effort to nurture the early stages of businesses.
Analysts said shifting economic conditions have "rapidly cooled" the Massachusetts housing market.
After a cold snap settled in over the Berkshires last weekend, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort snowmakers snapped into action to get the mountain ready, with a goal of laying down a 6-foot base before a targeted opening day of Nov. 25.
Following the implosion of FTX, the second-biggest bitcoin exchange, questions remain unresolved about the future of FTX Digital Markets co-CEO Ryan Salame’s $6 million investment in downtown Lenox. As for the overall bitcoin industry, one crypto expert foresees a “catastrophic” impact.
Just in time for the Black Friday season, Kohl’s first Berkshire County location opened last week in the Center at Lenox.
The former owners of the Greystone Building in downtown Pittsfield have spent $5.2 million for several multi-family properties in areas of the city located with walking distance of the center.
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This may be a good time to see if retailers are discounting their 2022 television models to clear their inventory for the newer models. Or, you may want to purchase these upgraded 2023 sets with all their newer innovations, just in time for the Super Bowl.
Brian Garman and Jonathan Loy, who have known each other for more than 20 years, explain why they formed the Berkshire Opera Festival in 2016 and how they try to make it work.
Now that inflation appears to be coming down, a bullish case is building that says we might get away with just a mild (as opposed to a full-fledged) recession.
Nancy (Joch) O’Connor and Kristie Agar, who both grew up in Ashley Falls, recently formed their own tax and accounting firm, O’Connor and Agar LLC at 73 Main St. in Sheffield.
Berkshire Health Systems, Community Health Programs, and other members of the Health Collaborative of the Berkshires PHO have renewed their partnership with Fallon Health of Worcester.
Big Y Foods’ Sack Hunger campaign recently donated 1.5 million meals to four regional food banks, including the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts in Hatfield.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy expanded at a 2.9 percent annual pace from October through December, ending 2022 with momentum despite the pressure of high interest rates and widespread fears of a looming recession.
The city of Pittsfield's Commission on Disabilities has provided funding to Pittsfield Community Television to add closed captions on many local programs broadcast on PCTV’s channels.
Salisbury Bank has donated food and funding raised during its 15th annual “Fill-the-Basket” food drive to several local food pantries. i
Price Chopper/Market 32, which operates three markets in the Berkshires, raised $70,400 to benefit the Disabled American Veterans organization during a November fundraising campaign.
NEW YORK — For many people filing U.S. tax returns — especially those doing it for their first time — it can be a daunting task that's often left to the last minute. But if you want to avoid the stress of the looming deadline, start getting organized as soon as possible.
The property at the base of Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort is listed at $1.195 million and includes 13 acres.
On the Job
Michele Clayborne was drawn to hospice through her work in the pharmaceutical industry. She became executive director of HospiceCare in The Berkshires last March, but has served in the field for 23 years at hospices ranging from Texas to New England.
Bruce Buckley didn't serve in the armed forces. He doesn't come from a military family. But for over 20 years, he has dedicated himself to Soldier On — first as CFO, and beginning in 2016, as CEO.
Trina Goodrich describes the joy she finds in being an optician, because her work makes a difference by helping people better their vision.
We sit down with April Jordan, the owner of Rock'n Ink in Pittsfield, to learn how she went from doodling in school to a becoming a master artist, a distinction bestowed on tattooists with at least 10 years of experience.
Jason Cuyler is the executive director of 2nd Street Second Chances, a program that provide services to the formerly incarcerated with the goal of keeping them from returning to jail.
Rudy Mazzeo of Mazzeo's Meat & Seafood, discusses the art of cutting meat.
Dick Quinn is the sports information director at Williams College, which fields teams in 32 sports, a large number for a small school.
Mike Hillman became hooked on golf while growing up in Greenfield, and earned a degree in professional golf management in college, which led to his current position as head professional at Berkshire Hills Country Club.
Anthony DeMartino's parents were both physical therapists and watching how they practiced their profession led him to follow in their footsteps.
When he graduated from college, Shaun Cusson saw working at Hillcrest Educational Centers as a temporary stop on the way to something bigger. Twenty-five years later, Cusson is now in charge, having recently been named president and CEO.
Actor David Adkins talks about his life in the profession, why he's pursues it, and what the rewards he gets from it.
Nicholas Bryant, who recently became a patrol officer for the Pittsfield Police Department, talks about the reasons why he took this step, the dangers of the job, and the rewards he receives from this often demanding profession.
Money
A new year is a time for resolution-making, and in 2023 you may be especially determined to get control of your finances. For many, that means eliminating high-interest credit card debt. Credit card balances were up 15% in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same quarter in 2021 — the …
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Some part-time gigs — such as tutoring, pet sitting or helping with tax prep — allow retirees to work a few hours at a time, and the extra income can make a big difference. Here are some ideas to consider.
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If you’re looking for a job or aiming to get a raise this year, a new factor may come into play. It’s called pay transparency, a growing trend for companies to reveal what a job opening or current position pays. While it typically reveals salary ranges — rather than the exact pay for specifi…
The December holiday travel season is rarely easy for travelers, but this year could prove particularly dicey ...
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Things to do this week in Berkshire County
A tribute to those we have lost, September - November 2022
The best of the best of Berkshire County, chosen by Berkshire Eagle readers
1Berkshire presents the official guide to the 66th Annual Fall Foliage Parade.
The annual guide to preparing your home for the coming New England winter.
Berkshire Community College presents an annual roundup of forty young leaders making a difference in Berkshire County.
Embrace warmer weather with the Berkshire Eagle's guide to backyard improvement.
