| Congressman Neal Talks 'Chaotic' Trump Edicts
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — At call-in town hall on Thursday, constituents in the First Mass District shared their fears and concerns over actions being taken at the federal level.
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal detailed the "chaotic nature" of President Donald Trump's recent executive actions during a telephone town |
| @theMarket: Higher Inflation Signals No More Rate Cuts
For the fourth straight month, the Consumer Price Index registered higher inflation. That has dashed any hope that the U.S. central bank would loosen momentary policy further in the months ahead. And now the country faces even higher prices if tariffs go into effect.
The most recent University of Michigan survey of consumers |
 | Weekend Outlook: Winterfest & the Big Chill
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including festivals, live music, and more.
Editor's Pick
The Big Chill
Hancock Shaker Village, Pittsfield
Time: 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The village will have a range of activities, including walking |
 | Dalton Board Fires Executive Assistant for Sharing Anonymous Letter
Some 40 people attended the hearing that Alyssa Maschino had asked to be open.
DALTON, Mass. — The Select Board on Thursday voted to terminate the town manager's executive assistant, Alyssa Maschino.
The board placed Maschino on administrative leave until Feb. 19, and authorized Chair Robert Bishop to |
| Pittsfield Schools: No 'Friending' Students
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — While awaiting the findings of Pittsfield High School's staff investigation, district unions and administrators united to create a social media and cell phone directive.
Effective immediately, it bars staff members from connecting with students outside of their immediate family on social media and calling or |
| The Retired Investor: A Different View on Interest Rates
Scott Bessent, the nation's new Treasury secretary, is a product of the investment world. His private sector background brings to the government a different set of tools and ideas that may lessen the burden on the Federal Reserve Bank in its fight against inflation.
For decades, politicians of both parties with few exceptions |
 | Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Photography Exhibition: Focus on Downtown
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and Framework are presenting "Focus on Downtown," a new photography exhibition featuring local photographers Brian Beckett, Shaun Harmon, and Autumn Phoenix.
The exhibit runs from February 3 through March 26 at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (437 North Street) and |
| Joann Fabric in Pittsfield Targeted for Closure
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Joann Fabric and Crafts store on Dalton Avenue is among some 500 set to close.
Joann Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year to restructure and filed again last month. On Wednesday, the bankruptcy filings noted that liquidation should start immediately.
Pittsfield |
| Fire Damages First Street Multifamily Home in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A fire early Tuesday morning caused extensive damage to a multifamily home on First Street, displacing residents and prompting an investigation by local and state authorities.
The blaze, which broke out around 1 a.m. at 233 First Street, is being investigated by the Pittsfield Fire Department, Pittsfield |
| Pittsfield to Host Second Annual Winter Festival at Clapp Park
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield's Department of Community Development Recreation Program has announced the second annual Winter Festival, set to take place on Monday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clapp Park.
The event, designed to kick off the winter break, will feature a variety of activities for |
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