Hannah’s Local Art Gallery Brings Creative Energy to the Mill District
When Hannah Rechtschaffen set about to open an art gallery in Amherst’s Mill District, she didn’t envision a static space; instead, her goal was to develop a vibrant, eclectic, multi-media gallery that not only focused on local artists, but forged connections between them and the public through workshops, classes, events, and even the everyday conversations…
Isenberg Turns the Pandemic into a Learning Experience
When Anne Massey arrived at the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst in the late summer of 2019, she came with a lengthy set of plans, goals, and ambitions for an institution that was steadily moving up in the ranks of the nation’s business schools and determined to further enhance its reputation. The overarching…
Country Bank Donates $1 Million to Regional Food Banks
Paul Scully says he wants to “throw hunger a curveball.” And to the leaders of two Massachusetts food banks, it was a welcome pitch indeed. At its annual meeting on June 21, Country Bank unveiled its most recent — and largest — donation targeting the persistent issue of food insecurity in the Bay State, surprising…
Easthampton Is Getting Down to Business
While grateful that Easthampton is reaching the other side of COVID-19, Mayor Nicole LaChapelle understands there is still plenty of work ahead. Even though her city came through the pandemic in better shape than many communities, she has prioritized building up the Public Health department to help the city move forward. “We’re looking at public…
Business Confidence Rises Again in June
Confidence among Massachusetts employers rose for the fifth time in six months during June amid signs that the recovery of the labor market is gaining momentum. The Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) Business Confidence Index rose 1.5 points to 63.4 last month, leaving it 14.4 points higher than a year ago. The increase was driven…
Women’s Fund Awards $135,000 to 20 Organizations Advancing Gender, Racial Equity
The Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts (WFWM) announced $135,000 in grant awards to organizations working with women and girls that address safety and anti-violence; gender-based sexual violence; parity in leadership, representation, and power; and economic security. Reinforcing a commitment to racial equity, WFWM prioritized awarding grants to organizations fronted by women and black, indigenous, and…
Fly LUGU Flight Training to Host Open House on Aug. 7
Fly LUGU Flight Training will host an open house on Saturday, Aug. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Westfield-Barnes Municipal Airport, located at 110 Airport Road in Westfield. Read the source article at BusinessWest
ManeHire Awarded $25,000 Power Forward Small Business Grant
Nicole Polite, the owner of ManeHire, a staffing and recruiting agency, was recently awarded $25,000 through the Power Forward Small Business Grant. This grant is an extension of Boston Celtics United for Social Justice, a multi-focus commitment to addressing racial injustice and social inequities in the Greater Boston area. The program offers recipients the opportunity…
Colebrook Realty Services Brokers Sale of Former Faces Building
Colebrook Realty Services Inc. announced the sale of the 33,228 square-foot retail building on Main Street in Northampton between Main Street, LLP and 175 Main Street, LLC — a subsidiary of Redstone. The property is located at 175 Main St. in Northampton. Redstone is a property management and development company based in Burlington, Vt. It…
Picture This – BusinessWest
On June 9, Berkshire Bank hosted a ribbon cutting for its Reevx Labs at 270-272 Bridge St. in Springfield. Reevx Labs are collaboration spaces for the community where entrepreneurs and nonprofits can connect with peers and resources to achieve their missions. Pictured, from left: Lori Gazzillo Kiely, Berkshire Bank Foundation director and the bank’s Berkshire…
Smith & Wesson Commits More Than $20,000 in Support of Square One
Smith & Wesson is once again lending its support to the children and families served by Square One. The company recently committed $20,000 in corporate giving, in addition to funds donated by employees as part of their commitment to social responsibility. The gift marks the latest addition to a long list of contributions made over…
Three County Fair Tickets Now on Sale
The Three County Fair is back, returning on Labor Day weekend, Friday, Sept. 3 through Monday, Sept. 6. “We could not be more thrilled that everyone continues to get vaccinated and that Massachusetts businesses can operate at 100% capacity,” said James Przypek, general manager of the Three County Fair. Read the source article at BusinessWest