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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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Cannabis Control Commission suspends licenses of Great Barrington retailer Farnsworth Fine Cannabis for two weeks, fines company $35,000

Great Barrington — At its October 8 meeting, the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) voted to suspend the Retailer and Product Manufacturer licenses of cannabis retailer Highminded, LLC, dba Farnsworth Fine Cannabis, for two weeks and fined the company $35,000. Located at 126 Main Street, the business is owned by...

Great Barrington, MA · 3d
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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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Another emergency for Housatonic Water Works

Update Friday, Nov. 6 2:50 p.m.: Leak estimated at 20 gallons per minute, work won’t begin until Monday, Nov. 9. Lenox Construction is scheduled to begin repair work near Van Deusenville Road and Oak Street on Monday. The leak is estimated at approximately 20 gallons per minute. Conservation efforts...

Great Barrington, 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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Bad tempers and clutter put Swap Shop under strain

SALISBURY — Disputes among patrons and unsuitable donations are creating problems at the Salisbury–Sharon Transfer Station’s popular Swap Shop, where the manager warned that continued incivility could force a temporary closure. The Swap Shop allows residents to leave usable items they no longer want and take home...

Salisbury, CT · 2d

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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 · 6h

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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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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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Lenox Winter Market returns Dec. 5 to support local businesses

The Lenox Winter Market will return next month, bringing shoppers to downtown businesses in the Berkshires.

Lenox, MA · 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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Western Mass. hardware chain raises over $32K for animal shelters: ‘We’re grateful’

Western Mass.-based Rocky’s Ace Hardware raised $32,511 for animal shelters nationwide through its annual “Round Up for Pets” fundraiser in 2026, according to the company. Of that total, stores in Western Massachusetts raised $4,488 for local shelters and the animals in their care. The fundraiser allows customers...

Springfield, MA · 6h

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Conservation Commission seeks agricultural preservation restrictions on three properties

SOUTHWICK — The Conservation Commission approved applying for Community Preservation Act funding to purchase agricultural preservation restrictions on three parcels, including one within the Sofinowski Preserve. “Well, at least me personally, I think this would be a no-brainer to acquire the [187 Mort Vining Road property]. It’s within a...

Southwick, MA · 12h

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Cannabis Business Owners Relieved as Sales Remain Legal in Massachusetts

BOSTON — Massachusetts voters resoundingly rejected ballot Question 8 on Tuesday, which aimed to repeal the state’s marijuana legalization law, with just over 75% voting no. If approved, the measure would have repealed laws allowing the regulated commercial sales of recreational cannabis and home cultivation while maintaining legal...

Massachusetts · 2d

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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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Carr Hardware’s Patti Parker Accepts Top Woman in Hardware Award in Chicago

LENOX — Carr Hardware announced that Patti Parker, Lenox store manager, was honored with a Business Excellence Award recognizing her as a Top Woman in the Hardware Industry at an awards celebration held on Nov. 2 in Chicago. The Hardware and Building Supply Dealer award recognizes women who are...

Lenox, MA · 1d

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Cannabis dispensary owner on ballot Q 8, Lit Salon, Northampton Survival Center

The 2016 ballot question that legalized adult marijuana use in Massachusetts envisioned a business model where marijuana could be used in licensed cafes and lounges. Almost seven years later, Cannabis state regulators are on a fact finding mission to develop policies based on how other states are building businesses. It's...

Northampton, MA · 2d

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In 1935, 18-year-old Curtis Blake and his brother borrowed $547 from their parents to open an ice cream shop; 44 years later, they sold Friendly’s to Hershey for $164 million

Friendly grew from a single ice cream shop into a 500-location restaurant chain.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Berkshire region real estate sales – November 6, 2026

98-100 Commercial Street: Star Generation LLC of Adams to Theresa Whitney, $240,600 on 10/23/2026. 51 Mountain Pasture Road: Michael Ragusa of Becket to Matthew Gerber, $45,000 on 10/22/2026. Clarksburg. 573 River Road: Devon C. Tosches of Clarksburg to Lyndsey Degrenier, $10,000 on 10/20/2026. 70 Brooks: Tobe A. Cote of Clarksburg...

Great Barrington, MA · 18h

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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