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The Retired Investor: Regional conflicts present buying opportunitiesBy Bill Schmick,
04:00PM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
Death and destruction are not something that anyone wishes for, but all too often, conflict has occurred frequently over the past years. Historical evidence suggests that in regional disputes markets typically recover within a few days or weeks. Does that mean the financial market participants are uncaring or callous? Not at all. In most cases, markets rebounded because the underlying economic cycle, either in the U.S. or worldwide, was expanding. This growth not only supported markets but also helped move them higher despite geopolitical uncertainty. Conversely, during periods when the market struggled to find its footing, it was mainly due to broader market 0 Comments
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Bel Air Dam Removal and Traffic Control Plan Update| 02:05PM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) have been working with SumCo Eco-Contracting to develop the traffic control plan for the Bel Air Dam removal project. Two-way traffic will be maintained on Wahconah Street during construction, although there will be a slight lane shift implemented which will be marked by traffic cones and drums. In addition, the sidewalk on the eastern side of Wahconah Street will remain available for pedestrian use throughout the duration of construction and the previously planned pedestrian detour onto the west side of Wahconah Street will not be implemented. A pedestrian 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Pride, Music, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:06PM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including nature outings, musical bingo, and more. Farmers' markets are open for the season and can be found towards the end of this article. Editor's Pick Community Day Mass MoCA, North Adams Saturday, June 21 The museum is opening up its doors with free admission, allowing visitors to participate in tours, art-making in Kidspace, author talks, and conversations with artists about exhibitions. More information here. Friday Outdoor Sound Bath Berkshire HorseWorks, Richmond Time: 6 p.m. There will be a meet and greet with the 0 Comments
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NAACP, Women of Color Giving Circle Scholarships| 11:21AM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. NAACP Berkshire County and the Women of Color Giving Circle awarded students attending a 4-year program scholarships of $1,000 for the first two years. Students attending a Community College or Trade School receive $500. Thelonious Adams-BCC- Manufacturing Technician Audrey Allard -University of Vermont - Business Jeremiah Asenso - Berkshire Community College Yanet Asnake-Worcester Polytechnic Institute-Major: Computer Science Minor- Astrophysics Roos Bajnath- Howard University -Nursing Jayden Bennett- Berkshire Community College Abena Boateng- Abena Boateng-Quinsigamond College- Computer science with a 0 Comments
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Berkshire County Historical Society Present Revolutionary Music| 08:13AM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Historical Society will present a program of historic songs of the American Revolution on June 25, beginning at 5:30 pm. The program by award winning singer/songwriters Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle. Tickets are $15 BCHS member and $20 non-members and can be purchased by using the BOOK NOW button at berkshirehistory.org. The history of the American Revolution is detailed with many battles, conferences, and personalities. It was also a time of patriotism, inspiration, and song.The duo will discuss the history of the songs and their relation to the American Revolution. Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle have been performing 0 Comments
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MassDOT Plans Replacement of South St. BridgesBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:20AM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The state will replace two structurally unsound bridges on South Street in a couple of years, possibly resulting in a brief closure of the main route.
Last week, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation held a 25 percent design hearing for the $18.5 million project. It will replace deteriorating bridges that carry South Street over the Housatonic Railroad and Housatonic River.
"Please keep in mind that the project we are presenting to you tonight is still in the design stage," Project Manager Harry Adolphe told a handful of community members.
The project, which is funded 80 percent federally and 20 percent by the state, covers
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Lever Partnering Two Companies to Use Local Wood in Berkshire ProjectsBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
05:47PM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | |
 CHARLEMONT, Mass – Lever worked with Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity to partner them with a local mill to provide wood for the four homes they plan to build in Williamstown. "We're working with them on subsidizing local lumber from Hall Tavern Farm specifically to be used in affordable housing projects," said Lever communications manager, Avril Levesque. Lever recently received a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to help support this project. "We have a grant from them that supports this work that we're doing, and with that, we're able to subsidize the cost of using local lumber. Outsourced lumber is
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Berkshire Music School Announces Talent and Merit Scholarship Auditions | 03:34PM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Berkshire Music School announced their upcoming Talent and Merit Scholarship Auditions for aspiring musicians. These auditions are scheduled for Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Berkshire Music School, located at 30 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Students are also welcome to participate virtually, by recording a video containing the audition requirements, filling out the registration form linked below, and sending their video to Sarah Prouty at sprouty@berkshiremusicschool.org before June 25. Open to talented instrumentalists and vocalists, the scholarship auditions provide an excellent
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Pittsfield Lawn and Tractor has a New Name and SpaceBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
11:09AM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass – Pittsfield Lawn and Tractor (PLT) recently moved their location and changed their name to Western Mass Power Equipment. The new location, 1685 West Housatonic Street, is just up the road from their former spot. The business is still owned by the Wojtkowski brothers. The name, website, and phone number were bought by United Rentals, prompting Pittsfield Lawn and Tractor to rename. "One of the owners has a niece that's in the advertising business out in Chicago, so she came up with name, logo, stuff like that. So that's where Western Mass Power Equipment came from. We are still owned by the Wojtkowski family. That the ownership has not changed,
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Casella Transfer Station Fully Operational for Residential Drop-off | 04:12PM / Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. The Casella Transfer Station located at 500 Hubbard Avenue will be available for full-service residential drop off for Pittsfield residents beginning on Wednesday, June 18. This full service includes drop-off for trash, recycling, bulky waste, electronics, mattresses and metal. Pittsfield residents will be able to purchase a sticker to drop off trash and recycling. To access the transfer station, residents will need to purchase a resident sticker for $120. Residents who are over the age of 65 can purchase a residential sticker for $80 (please let attendant know your age at the time of purchase). Additional cars are $20 per car. All stickers are valid 0 Comments
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Berkshire Carousel Spins Again By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
11:32AM / Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.—Community members of all ages rode Berkshire Carousel on Saturday for the first time in years.
Founders James and Jackie Shulman aimed to counter negativity around Pittsfield after General Electric left the area, while bringing people together for a common cause. Around 170 carousels are operating in the United States today, and Pittsfield's is estimated to be one of six that were carved by communities.
"I grew up in Pittsfield in the 1950s and early 60s, and I love this city. We had 21 playgrounds. We had parades all the time. We never locked our door. We had seven movie theaters and three drive-in theaters," James "Jim"
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Berkshire Mobile Farmers Market Returns for Third Season| 11:09AM / Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Mobile Farmers Market will launch its third season on June 17, 2025, bringing fresh, locally-sourced food directly to six communities across Berkshire County through October 17. The mobile market addresses food access challenges by delivering seasonal produce, eggs, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples such as bread, maple syrup, and honey to areas with limited access to fresh, healthy food options. Operating on a tiered pricing system, the market ensures affordability for all community members. Customers can choose to pay full retail price, receive a 50 percent discount, or access products at no cost through the market's 0 Comments
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