| @theMarket: Inflation and Tariff Fears Drive Markets
Gold continues to make new highs. Soft commodities and materials climb a wall of worry and foreign equities rise from the dead. It is all part of a market mindset that a tariff war is right around the corner.
As April draws near, President Trump continues to reiterate that he is planning to levy tariffs on America's trading |
 | ZBA OKs Signage for Pittsfield's New Hotel
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — With approved signage, the Holiday Inn Express on South Street is one step closer to opening.
On Wednesday, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted the exemptions that adjust area calculation methods and increase the overall signage. Owned by the Desai family, the $13 million facility will have a 20-foot tall sign by |
 | KB Accounting Names Timothy Brelsford as Director of Operations
PITTSFIELD, Mass. Mass. — KB Accounting has appointed Timothy (Tim) Brelsford as its new Director of Operations, the company announced on February 3, 2025.
Brelsford brings over 30 years of experience in human services and operations, with expertise in streamlining processes and implementing strategic solutions.
"As we |
 | Volunteers Say Springside Park Has Gotten Cleaner
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Volunteers say Springside Park has generally gotten cleaner over the years.
On Tuesday, the Parks Commission approved the Springside Park Conservancy and the Friends of Springside Park's annual cleanups on April 19 and Sept. 20. Longtime members Bernard Mack and Esther Anderson gave a positive report about the |
 | Hancock Shaker Village 'The Big Chill' Celebrated Berkshire Winter
Children have fun in the snow at Hancock Shaker Village. More photos.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Hancock Shaker Village's "The Big Chill" event turned out to be chillier and snowier than expected.
The event is to celebrate all things New England in the winter, said Caroline Holland, the |
| The Retired Investor: Are Federal Asset Sales a Solution to Debt Problem?
At last count, the federal government owns 28 percent of the total land in the U.S., and under the surface of that real estate lies a wealth of oil, gas, and coal. Does selling off federal assets make sense in this era of downsizing government?
President Donald Trump plans to shrink the federal government through firing, hiring |
 | Weekend Outlook: Fireworks and Mindful Walks
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including festivals, fireworks, winter activities, and more.
Editor's Pick
Fireworks
The Common, Pittsfield
Time: Saturday 6 p.m.
Fireworks will mark the end of the annual 10x10 Upstreet Arts |
 | Greylock Federal Promotes Kellogg Street Branch Manager
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Shirley Crandall Petithory to branch manager of its Kellogg Street branch in Pittsfield.
"I am very excited about Shirley's promotion to manager of the Kellogg Street branch," said Senior Vice President, Retail Services |
| Pittsfield to Consider Speeding Cameras
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Will Pittsfield have speeding cameras in 2026? That is to be decided.
Ward 1 Councilor Kenneth Warren would like the city to consider traffic cameras for speeding enforcement. The City Council referred his petition to Mayor Peter Marchetti last week.
"Obviously, the mayor's got to consider it, |
 | Berkshire County Historical: 'In The Service of America' Lecture
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Historical Society will present the lecture In the Service of America: Berkshire's Black Soldiers and Veterans of the Revolution, by historian Cynthia Farr Brown.
The free event takes place on Feb. 26.
The lecture will look at some of the stories of the Black |
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