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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

iBerkshires.com

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Pittsfield Human Service Funding Applications Open Soon

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Applications for human services funding open next week, and membership space is available for anyone who wants to be involved in the process. Last week, the Human Services Advisory Council laid out a timeline for the next year's grant awards. It provides funding recommendations to the mayor on how Pittsfield should allocate its human services funding, a mix of Community Development Block Grants and general fund money.

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

iBerkshires.com

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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

CT Insider

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After Triumph’s sale, workers on picket line say they fear another change is coming to aerospace manufacturer

After two days on strike, UAW-represented workers at aerospace manufacturer Triumph's facility in West Hartford said they are still willing to negotiate with the company.

West Hartford, CT · 2d

berkshiremag.com

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A New Chapter for Local Banking

How Beacon Bank is strengthening—and scaling up—what a community bank can do for the Berkshires. When Berkshire Bank's green signs quietly changed to Beacon Bank, the Berkshires braced for a familiar story: a homegrown institution swallowed by something bigger and even more removed. In fact, going bigger is bringing the bank closerto its roots. The merger, driven by CEO Paul Perrault, has strengthened the bank’s local focus, creating a regional institution that maintains a hometown, neighborhood feel.

Pittsfield, MA · 3d

businesswest.com

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Kavanagh Insurance Opens New, Independent Agency in East Longmeadow

EAST LONGMEADOW — Kavanagh Insurance has officially opened its doors at 6 North Main St. in East Longmeadow, offering comprehensive, independent property and casualty insurance solutions to individuals, families, and commercial clients throughout Western Mass. Brian Kavanagh established Kavanagh Insurance to provide transparent, client-focused risk management and insurance coverage....

East Longmeadow, MA · 23h

businesswest.com

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Monson Savings Bank Introduces New Customer Care Center

MONSON — As part of its continued commitment to elevating the customer experience through personalized service, Monson Savings Bank announced the launch of its new Customer Care Center. The center makes it easier for customers to speak directly to real, friendly, and helpful bank team members who are ready to listen, answer questions, and provide support tailored to their individual needs.

Monson, MA · 2d

WBEC AM

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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

theamherstcurrent.org

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Moving the Osgood House: A Night on Main Street

Early in the morning of October 29, Amherst residents had the opportunity to witness an entire house moving through central Amherst. The Charles Osgood House was relocated from 24 Dickinson Street approximately three-quarters of a mile to North Whitney Street, traveling along Main Street. It was a large undertaking involving dozens of utility workers, house movers, builders, structural engineers, and other specialists. Among the challenges was crossing the railroad tracks twice.

Amherst, MA · 3d

WWLP

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Monson Savings Bank donates $3,000 to Springfield mobile farmers market

A mobile farmers market bringing fresh, locally grown produce to Springfield neighborhoods is receiving a financial boost through a $3,000 donation from Monson Savings Bank.

Springfield, MA · 3d

businesswest.com

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LUSO Federal Credit Union Welcomes Brian Gibson as Branch Manager

WILBRAHAM — LUSO Federal Credit Union announced that Brian Gibson has joined the team as the Wilbraham branch manager. A Wilbraham native and resident of 29 years, Gibson brings 12 years of banking experience and a strong connection to the community he now serves in his new role. He attended Wilbraham schools before earning an associate degree in business administration from Springfield Technical Community College.

Wilbraham, MA · 2d

themonty.com

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New Heat Treat/ “HIP” Facility in USA Opens

“WINDSOR LOCKS, CT — A new industrial processing facility on Hamilton Road is already operating with 22 employees and more than $9 million invested, with room for further growth, a company spokeswoman told Patch. Aalberts Surface Technologies will celebrate the opening of its facility at 41 Hamilton Road on...

Windsor Locks, CT · 4d

westernmassnews.com

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Turkeys expected to be more expensive this year

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Thanksgiving is just over three weeks away and if affordability has been on your mind this year, your holiday feast is no exception. The USDA’s latest outlook report revised turkey prices higher for the season, driven by recent wholesale trends and strong demand. “Thirty years...

Chicopee, MA · 3d

The Cool Down

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Massachusetts towns shoulder solar lawsuit costs: 'They are putting us into bankruptcy'

"The reason you feel stuck … is because we are stuck."

Massachusetts · 5d

Yahoo!

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Celebrity-backed bagel chain to open first Western Mass. location

PopUp Bagels is expanding its Massachusetts footprint, gearing up to open its first western location in Hadley this fall. The new shop will be located at 7 South Maple St., Suite 20, bringing the brand's signature hot bagels to the Mountain Farms development following the success of its Boston-area locations, the company said in a press release.

Hadley, MA · 6d

Daily Voice

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Massive Amazon Facility Along I-95 Corridor In Stafford Sold, But Retail Giant Isn't Leaving

A massive Amazon distribution center along Virginia's I-95 corridor has changed hands, but the online retail giant isn't going anywhere. The 629,018-square-foot facility at 220 Centreport Parkway in Stafford has been sold by Peterson Companies in a deal arranged by commercial real estate firm JLL, w…

Stafford, CT · 7d

decorhint.com

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This Connecticut Seafood Market Is So Fresh Locals Keep Coming Back To Stock Up

Buying seafood for dinner can be a little intimidating. You want something fresh, but you also want to know you’re getting something worth taking home. That’s why finding a dependable seafood market can feel like such a win. A Connecticut seafood market is drawing attention for its fresh...

Enfield, CT · 9d

holyoke.org

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Holyoke Planning Board Sets Hearing on Walmart Proposal for Former Kmart

HOLYOKE — The city’s Planning Board will hold a public hearing Tuesday, November 10, at 5:30 p.m. to review the site plan for a 184,900-square-foot Walmart Supercenter to be located at the former Kmart site at 2201 Northampton Street. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.com. The ID...

Holyoke, MA · 6d

becketbeat.org

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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Becket’s First Wind Turbine

October 19 was an historic day at Becket Town Hall, where Becket Energy Committee Chair Garth Klimchuk welcomed the public and special guests at the ribbon-cutting to celebrate the Becket Wind Project. After introducing and thanking his committee, Town Administrator Kathe Warden, and members of the Select Board, Klimchuk announced that this occasion marked the culmination of over three years of work on the part of the Becket Energy Committee (BEC) specifically to bring renewable energy in the form of a single community-scale 15kW wind turbine to power Town Hall.

Becket, MA · 5d

granbydrummer.com

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Vintage Press is back in business

For a while, it seemed as if evil forces were working against Peggy Chapple and her daughter Meghan Peterson. They just couldn’t get the stars to align and complete the transformation of the former print shop on the corner of Hartford Avenue and Salmon Brook Street into the little coffee house of their dreams. Eventually it all came together and a soft opening was held on Oct. 12. From the size of the crowd that attended, it was clear that a lot of people were waiting for this to happen.

Granby, CT · 6d