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Marion Hayden says she’s always had a “love for color, design, and merchandising,” and all three come together in her new venture, Home on Main.

Community Spotlight   When it comes to the arts, hospitality, history, and architecture, Sara Goodberlet says, Lenox has an extremely strong brand. It’s been built over time and is fortified […]

Pictured, from left: BECMA’s Charles Mackenson talks with Dyer, Banks, and Berry at the event.

Email ‘Picture This’ photos with a caption and contact information to [email protected]   413 Entrepreneur Spotlight In celebration of Black History Month, the 413 Entrepreneur Spotlight — Living Local 413 […]

Alumni Achievement Award Nominations Through April 9: BusinessWest is accepting nominations for its 12th annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award. Nominations are due by Thursday, April 9. They can be […]

Bay Path University announced the appointments of Lydia Dodson as chief of staff to the president, Reena Lichtenfeld as vice president for Enrollment Management and Marketing, and Humberto Ariza as […]

Monson Savings Bank Announces $25,000 in Community Donations MONSON — Monson Savings Bank announced 11 receipients of its 2026 Community Giving Initiative. This was the 16th year Monson Savings Bank ran […]

The following business incorporations were recorded in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties and are the latest available. They are listed by community. ADAMS KNN Motors Inc., 74 Columbia St., Adams, […]

The following business certificates and/or trade names were issued or renewed during the months of January and February 2026. BELCHERTOWN J&P Engineering Services 30 Mountain View Dr. Neil Jackson, Harold […]

The following bankruptcy petitions were recently filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Readers should confirm all information with the court. Cartagena, Nicole M. a/k/a Torres, Nicole M. 79 Dana St. Springfield, […]

The following real estate transactions (latest available) were compiled by Banker & Tradesman and are published as they were received. Only transactions exceeding $115,000 are listed. Buyer and seller fields […]

The following building permits were issued during the months of January and February 2026. CHICOPEE City of Chicopee 1290 Burnett Road $20,000 — Repair floor in back building, replace wood […]

Editorial   It’s a refrain we hear all the time: the construction trades are facing a shortage of workers as retirements continue to outpace young talent entering the pipeline. Sure, […]

Opinion By Samantha Borsari Generation Z is often coined the generation of ‘digital natives’ — quick to adapt, drawn to smart devices, and thriving in a world of new technology. […]

With new episodes airing every other Monday, BusinessTalk features in-depth interviews and discussions with local industry leaders who offer thoughtful perspectives on the Western Massachusetts economy and the many business […]

Culture Shock By Tanzi Cannon-Eckerle, Esq.   By now, most New England employers have heard the rumblings: the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is taking a dramatically tougher stance on […]

A Liquor License Lesson By Joshua M. Goldstein, Esq.   Operating a restaurant, bar, event hall, or other business that utilizes a liquor license is hard enough without accidentally tripping […]