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3rd Annual Christmas on High Street in Holyoke

(Mass Appeal) – Get into the holiday spirit in Holyoke with Christmas on High Street, a free, family-friendly celebration featuring festive fun, a community toy drive, and two days of holiday events to bring joy to local families!. Joining us to now to tell us more is Jazmin Acevedo,...

Holyoke, MA · 22h
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Lanesborough Hopes for Continued Talks on Mall Sale

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The Select Board is optimistic that talks for the Berkshire Mall sale will continue. Chair Deborah Maynard and Vice Chair Juli Baker were to meet with mall owner JMJ Holdings, the Baker Hill Road District, and proposed buyer Cypress Equities on Tuesday to discuss next steps. As of Wednesday, iBerkshires had received a "we are optimistic" from Maynard on the talks. The Berkshire Eagle reported a response from a Cypress representative saying talks will continue.

Lanesborough, MA · 2d

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Mad Macs Shifts Location, Focus at Allendale Shopping Center

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Apple products repair company Mad Macs has moved downstairs from its previous location in the Allendale Shopping Center. The authorized Apple repair service was established in 1998 to provide service to Apple computers and devices and has had an ever-changing history. "Since we started, we've grown...

Pittsfield, MA · 3d
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Seven Massachusetts nonprofits awarded $230K in grants to improve access to health care

Seven Massachusetts nonprofit organizations were recognized Friday in Easthampton after receiving a combined $230,000 in grant funding aimed at helping residents overcome barriers to health care and essential community services.

Easthampton, MA · 19h

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Pittsfield Council Approves 2.64% Tax Increase

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council has passed a 2.64 percent tax rate increase that will add about $145 to the average yearly home bill. On Tuesday, the council unanimously approved a residential tax rate of $17.88 and a commercial, industrial, and personal property tax rate of $37.95. This uses a residential factor of 0.8245 at a shift of 1.75.

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Paraplanner

DALTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management (BMM) announced that Joseph Serrano has joined the firm as a Paraplanner, supporting the advisory team in developing comprehensive financial plans that help clients prepare for retirement. Serrano earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) in 2022...

Dalton, MA · 1d

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New proposed SNAP cuts would spread hunger among more WMass residents

SPRINGFIELD — For every meal a food pantry provides a hungry family, government grocery assistance provides far more, according to a leader at a Western Massachusetts charity. Local food pantries will face a fresh onslaught if additional cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, proposed by the...

Massachusetts · 2d

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Elliot Leads Lenox into Quarter-Finals

WALPOLE, Mass. – Jane Elliot scored twice and assisted on a pair of goals Thursday to lead the Lenox girls soccer team to a 4-2 win over Norfolk Aggie in the Division 5 State Tournament Round of 16. Elliot put the ball in the corner of the net to...

Lenox, MA · 1d

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Advocates call for safer streets at Holyoke City Hall

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Community members are remembering those killed or seriously hurt in road crashes and calling for safer streets. Western Mass News was at Holyoke City Hall with more on the ceremony and how advocates are trying to make a difference on the streets. Local officials, volunteers, and...

Holyoke, MA · 23h

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Pittsfield School Committee to Discuss Operational Procedures

PITTSFIELD, Mass.—School officials will meet as the Committee of the Whole to discuss operating procedures for meetings. School Committee member Heather McNeice asked that a discussion of meeting protocols be added to last week's agenda. "The point of tonight is that to run a meeting, we're not going to...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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Easthampton honors generations of vets on Veterans Day

EASTHAMPTON — The city celebrated and honored its veterans with ceremonies around town on Veterans Day, shining a light on generations of Easthampton residents who have served. The day’s ceremonies began at the city’s newly renovated Civil War Memorial, integrated into Old Town Hall. After that, a delegation from...

Easthampton, MA · 2d

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Riverside Industries Appoints Markus Jones as President and CEO

EASTHAMPTON — Riverside Industries Inc. (RSI) announced that Markus Jones has been appointed by its board of directors to serve as its next president and CEO, effective immediately. He previously served as the organization’s interim president and CEO beginning March 1. Prior to that appointment, he held the position...

Easthampton, MA · 23h

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Wahconah Students Showcase Their Art Celebrating Diversity and Culture

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Juvenile Court is showcasing student art that celebrate the diversity and culture of the county. Last Thursday, Wahconah Regional High students got to show the public their work at an opening reception and why they chose to make what they did. Chief Probation Officer Deanne...

Dalton, MA · 1d

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Hundreds of Students Take the Stage for 38th Fall Festival of Shakespeare

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — For 38 years, Shakespeare & Company's Fall Festival has brought students from across Berkshire County and surrounding communities together to bring the iconic playwright's works to life on stage. This week, some participating schools will present their productions on their home stages before taking the main...

Lenox, MA · 1d

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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $5.95 Million Sale of Dental Office Portfolio

WESTERN MASS. — Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services, announced the sale of a five-property dental office portfolio consisting of dental condominiums and a free-standing dental office building located throughout the Pioneer Valley region of Western Mass. The portfolio sold for $5.95 million.

Greenfield, MA · 1d

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Berkshire Museum Announces Festival of Trees Winter Program

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Museum's Festival of Trees returns to the museum this November with the them "Let's Play!" This annual festive tradition sees the museum host dozens of trees decorated by local organizations, businesses, and individuals, all inspired by that year's concept. This year's theme explores how play inspires learning, strengthens community, and celebrates creativity and self-expression, reflecting the many ways it enriches people's lives, stated a press release.

Pittsfield, MA · 1d