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Retirees Are Quietly Moving To This Western Massachusetts River Town Where Homes Still Cost Less Than Boston Condos

A Boston condo can cost more than a whole house in some corners of Massachusetts, and plenty of retirees have started doing that math. Out west, past the city traffic and the tight parking spots, there is a small river village where life moves at a slower pace. It has...

Montague, MA · 8d
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Hidden in the Viral Last Ditch Debacle: How to Keep Lesbian Bars Alive

By September of this year, Jackie Matellian had spent months living in her truck while working several jobs to keep Last Ditch, a lesbian bar in Greenfield, Massachusetts, open. She was the last remaining original founder, and the bar was in deep financial trouble. According to reporting by The Boston Globe, workers had gone unpaid, Matellian was carrying a $50,000 start-up loan, and the landlord wanted $3,900 in overdue rent.

Greenfield, MA · 7h
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Celebrity-backed bagel chain expanding in Mass. with new Hadley shop. Here's when it will open

PopUp Bagels is expanding its Massachusetts footprint and gearing up to open its first western location in Hadley this fall. The grand opening will be from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. The event will feature a limited-time spiced apple cider schmear, available while supplies last on opening weekend.

Hadley, MA · 2d
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Smith & Wesson Names President of Savage Arms

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. reported that Adam Ruonala, formerly at Century Arms/Canik USA, will join the company as president of its recently acquired Savage Arms business, effective November 16. Most recently, Ruonala served as VP of sales, business development & marketing for Century Arms/Canik USA. He previously held marketing...

Westfield, MA · 18h
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PopUp Bagels Picks Hadley's Mountain Farms for First Western Mass Shop

A Connecticut-born bagel chain known for its tear-apart, dip-it-yourself approach is setting up shop at Mountain Farms in Hadley, marking its first location west of Boston. PopUp Bagels plans to open the new shop at 7 South Maple St., Suite 20, with a grand opening celebration running from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13.

Hadley, MA · 10h

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Homeowners in Massachusetts town face a $501 average property tax hike

The projected annual bill for an average single-family home is $10,457.92.

Amherst, MA · 2d

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New housing project deserves loud and vigorous support

BRATTLEBORO-I’ve become quite concerned about some of the misunderstandings that are circulating about Winston Prouty’s new, middle-income housing project. Two big misconceptions are keeping the project from garnering the full enthusiasm and support it needs and deserves. 1. Myth: “The housing being built at Winston Prouty is low...

Brattleboro, VT · 2d

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Springfield's AIC Burns Through Endowment, Faces Accreditation Showdown in January

American International College — Site of Endowment and Accreditation Concerns. American International College’s audited financial statements show a sharp contraction in its finances during fiscal year 2025. By June 30, the Springfield school had $841,244 in endowment funds without donor restrictions, after withdrawing $9.2 million from that account during the year. The figures come as AIC works to stabilize its finances ahead of a January 2027 accreditation hearing.

Springfield, MA · 3d

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The Berkshire Mall Now Sits 'Dead In The Water' As Potential Buyer Backs Out

Cypress Equities walked away from buying the shuttered Berkshire Mall on Wednesday, leaving the deteriorating Lanesborough property in limbo once again. Unpaid taxes and aging infrastructure made the deal too complicated.

Lanesborough, MA · 4d

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From Kenya to Holyoke: Local baseball bat maker celebrates 10 years in business

A Holyoke business is celebrating 10 years of turning raw wood into baseball bats, combining craftsmanship with an unexpected journey that began thousands of miles away in Kenya.

Holyoke, MA · 23h

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Here's When Spirit Christmas Will Open Near The Berkshires (Fun Video Tour)

The location is not from the Berkshires and makes for a fun day out.

Berkshire County, MA · 2d

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Amherst Town List Prices Rise Sharply as Homes Spend More Time on the Market

Amherst Town list prices rose sharply while homes spent more time on the market, giving patient buyers a real opening to negotiate.

Amherst, MA · 21h

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Berkshire Mall Sale Falls Through; Talks Still on the Table

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Potential Berkshire Mall buyer Cypress Equities has pulled out of the deal to turn the former mall into a shopping center. Current mall owner JMJ RE Holdings had a purchase-and-sale agreement with the Dallas shopping center developer since May. In August, Cypress's managing director, Scott Harrington,...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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Welcome to Real Estate Friday!

Here’s what we have for you this week in The Edge Real Estate section:. Property of the Week – Sheila Thunfors of Stone House Properties offers a remarkable contemporary residence with sweeping views and beautifully curated gardens. Transformations – If you are ready to consider selling the family...

Berkshire County, MA · 18h

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USPS hiring in Springfield with starting pay of $19 per hour

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The United States Postal Service (USPS) is looking to fill immediate job openings in Springfield, offering starting wages of $19.02 per hour and opportunities for career advancement. The USPS will host a hiring event on Friday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...

Springfield, MA · 3d

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Unique Local Shops to Explore

Discover the best small businesses for holiday shopping. Looking for amazing shopping experiences in the Berkshires this holiday season? Check off everything on your gift list by supporting the small businesses in our charming cities and towns. From farm-fresh artisanal treats and handmade pottery to curated vintage finds and independent boutiques, our quick guide points you to the best places to shop local for gifts (and fun finds for you too).

The Berkshires, MA · 1d

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Berkshire County Businesses, Organizations Awarded Workplace Safety Grants

BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey announced $800,000 in grants to help nearly 7,000 workers at 187 organizations across Massachusetts stay safe on the job. The grants, administered by the Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA), support workplace safety training and education to help prevent injuries and reduce risks for workers.

Berkshire County, MA · 1d

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Lanesborough Solar Developer Looks to Reduce Leasing Cost

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — A solar array company is asking the town to reduce its leasing price because its being affected by high tariff costs. Kirt Mayland, a solar developer and the town's consultant, updated the board on the solar array project on Old Orebed Road on behalf of EDF Power Solutions, which was the highest bidder on the project in 2022.

Lanesborough, MA · 1d

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Springfield Estimate Counts 1,128 Homes With Deceased Owners

Unresolved ownership can leave vacant homes stalled, making repairs or sales difficult to pursue. Gerry McCafferty, who works on Springfield's housing policy, said unresolved ownership issues are complicating the Maynard Street property's path forward, according to MassLive. Dina Fein, a former Massachusetts Housing Court judge who began helping nonprofits and municipalities redevelop vacant homes in 2021, described a recurring connection between vacancy, deterioration, and complicated ownership. “There seems to be overlap between vacant, abandoned, deteriorated properties” and homes tied up in probate, informal family ownership, or poorly documented transfers, Fein said, per the same report.

Springfield, MA · 3d

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Big E’s supermarket changing ownership

EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - For nearly 50 years, Big E’s in Easthampton has been providing everyday groceries to customers in and around town, but now, the store is in the process of being sold, putting some community members on edge. “It’s not too big and it’s not too small....

Easthampton, MA · 4d