| ABCC Kicks Off 'Operation Safe Holidays'
BOSTON — To ensure safety for everyone in Massachusetts during the holidays, the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) will be conducting alcohol enforcement at local bars in Massachusetts cities and towns from Thanksgiving Eve through New Year's Eve.
In doing so, the ABCC hopes to prevent accidents caused by |
| Eversource Holiday Energy Efficiency Tips
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — With the holiday season, neighborhoods are starting to twinkle with festive light displays inside and out.
Eversource is reminding customers about some ways to get in the holiday spirit while conserving energy, saving money and staying safe.
"Festive decorations and flickering lights |
 | Pittsfield Lights Christmas Tree Dec. 6
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — 'Tis the season! The city will light its permanent Christmas tree for the second time in early December.
The Parks Commission last week approved the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 6, beginning at 6 p.m. It will include warm beverages, pictures with the Grinch, and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. |
| MassRMV Urges residents to Plan Ahead for REAL ID Compliance
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is reminding residents that beginning May 7, 2025, anyone traveling by plane domestically or entering certain federal facilities will need a Registry-issued REAL ID-compliant driver's license or ID, or a valid passport.
The Registry is strongly encouraging everyone |
 | Create an Ad: Mike's Maytag Home Appliance Center
MIchael Spelman with Morris fourth-graders Irene Collins, Hailey Bleser and Grace McMeekin, whose ads were selected as best advertising his business. They are joined by the school's therapy dog, Shadow.
LENOX, Mass. — Morris Elementary School fourth-graders in Pamela Codey's class participated in our Junior |
| @theMarket: Holiday Cheer Lead Stocks Higher
Scott Bessant at Treasury, threats of day-one tariffs on trading partners, and calls for another end-of-year rally buoyed markets. It is a seasonally bullish time for the equity markets with Christmas around the corner.
By now, you have probably heard that hedge fund manager Bessant will take the reins at the U.S. Treasury in |
| Dalton Fire District Holding Special Town Meeting Dec. 3
DALTON, Mass. — The Fire District will hold a special town meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at the Stationary Factory to appropriate funds for the purchase of an ambulance.
The district is requesting the voters authorize borrowing up to $350,000 for the purchase of a new ambulance and any costs related to the |
| The Retired Investor: Cost of College Pulls Students South
As the cost to attend several Ivy League colleges approaches $90,000 per year, applications to obtain a college degree below the Mason-Dixon line have skyrocketed.
But let's not focus on the most expensive schools like Princeton and Harvard. The average tuition price across all the Ivy League colleges is almost $65,000 |
| Big Y in Providing Meals to Those in Need This Holiday Season
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Big Y's annual Sack Hunger campaign provides funds for the four food banks within their two-state marketing area.
In turn, these food banks support local soup kitchens, food pantries, senior food programs, day care centers and many others through 2100-member agencies that they assist every day. Their |
| Pittsfield Adopts Surveillance Tech Oversight Ordinance
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— After two years of preparation, the City Council has adopted a surveillance technology ordinance regarding police body cameras and other equipment.
On Tuesday, a petition from Ward 1 Councilor Kenneth Warren amending the City Code by adding Chapter 18 ½, Surveillance Technology Oversight, was approved. |
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