PITTSFIELD — Tourism helped drive the Berkshire economy in 2017, contributing 8 percent more to economic growth than the year before, according to figures from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. That 8
My wife and I recently spent two nights in North Adams, an old industrial city in the northwestern corner of Massachusetts, at a lodging place called Tourists. What was once an unprepossessing small motel
As a long-time resident of North Adams, Mayor Thomas Bernard understands the city’s reputation as a tourist destination. It’s a good reputation to have, as it puts more cars on the streets and feet
Whether you like to get outside or stay warm and cozy indoors, winter in the Berkshires has something for everyone. Stay tuned to the 1Berkshire Facebook and the Visit the Berkshires Facebook pages throughout
Last week, at the 1Berkshire Annual Meeting at Greylock WORKS, we celebrated all of our successes from the past year. Over 200 members of the Berkshire business community joined us for great food, beverages,
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Home decor distributor Wayfair is planning to bring 300 jobs to the city. The Massachusetts Economic Assistance Coordinating Council this morning approved $31.4 million in tax breaks to the Boston-based retailer.
A state council on Thursday approved a $31.4 million tax break for Wayfair Inc. in exchange for its pledge to add at least 3,000 more jobs in Boston and create 300 jobs at a
Are you stumped by trying to please a loved one with impeccable taste who seems to have everything? Forgo the ubiquitous gift card and, instead, browse these offerings from some of the most unique
Western Massachusetts rail transit boosters U.S. Rep. Richard Neal state Sen. Eric Lesser are among a group of 33 people appointed to the state's east-west passenger rail study advisory committee, which will hold its
Some may ask why anyone traveling to the Berkshires, dreamlike with luxury resort properties including Blantyre and Canyon Ranch, would stay in this gritty post-industrial city at the New York border. But a visit