Pending state approval, Greenfield’s Garden Cinemas to serve movie-themed cocktails

By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI

GREENFIELD — The Garden Cinemas will begin serving movie-themed cocktails, pending liquor license approval from the state’s Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC).Completion of the more than 18-month licensing process would build on the Main...

After health code violations, BBA Deli Market owner pledges to clean up South Deerfield shop

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD — The BBA Deli Market’s owner pledged Monday to address the numerous health code violations that led to its closure in late September.In a brief hearing held by the Deerfield Board of Health on Monday, Alex Gjekaj, the Polish deli’s...

Storage unit facility opens at former Rugg Manufacturing Co. property in Greenfield

By DOMENIC POLI

GREENFIELD — A storage unit facility has opened at the former Rugg Manufacturing Co. property.Premier Self Storage at 105 Newton St., which offers 197 climate-controlled units of various sizes, welcomed Mayor Ginny Desorgher at a ribbon-cutting...

Real Estate Transactions: Oct. 11, 2024

ATHOL 77 Highland Ave. $410,000. B: Jessica Pietroniro and Gretheline Bolandrina. S: Joshua T. Stone and Jennifer N. Stone. 26 Hillcrest Road. $375,000. B: Roberta Woods and Kristen Woods. S: Robyn Hartin and Brian Hartin. 51 Lombard Ave. $30,000....

$12K awarded to Franklin County businesses, schools supports waste reduction

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

Four Franklin County businesses and schools have been awarded $12,312 in micro-grants to aid in efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle.Swanson’s Fabrics and Hens & Chicks Consignment Store, along with Colrain Central School and Sanderson Academy, were...

Consumer Corner: Funeral decisions and burial options

By ANITA WILSON

It’s something many people don’t like to think about — making arrangements for when we or someone we love dies. But making decisions ahead of time can make a difficult time a little easier because it helps ensure that you are honoring someone’s...

Real Estate Transactions: Oct. 4, 2024

ASHFIELD West Road. $90,000. B: Ashlynn Cedrone and Kyle Ferdinand. S: Helen P. Admini Irrevocable Trust and Frank W. Furman III.ATHOL 459 Fairview Ave. $350,000. B: Eric D. Meehan and Mallory Dinneen. S: MG Homes LLC.BUCKLAND 27 Howes Road....

Garden Cinemas in Greenfield to screen lost ‘Sherlock Holmes’ film

By DOMENIC POLI

GREENFIELD — Instead of 221B Baker St. in London, next week you can expect to find the world’s most famous consulting detective at 361 Main St. here in town.The Garden Cinemas plans to show the first movie adaptation of “Sherlock Holmes,” a 1916...

Innovintage Place in Greenfield temporarily closing for renovations

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

GREENFIELD — Innovintage Place, an antique and artisan collective at 76 Hope St., is holding a sale to clear out merchandise in preparation for a month-long closure due to construction. The store will be closed throughout the month of October amid...

‘Beer’s nothing without people’: Berkshire Brewing Co. celebrates 30 years this weekend

By CHRIS LARABEE

SOUTH DEERFIELD — Three decades in, things are still looking up at Berkshire Brewing Co.As the region’s bustling brewery scene continues to grow, one of its mainstays is inviting the community to a celebration this weekend to say cheers to 30 years of...

Real Estate Transactions: Sept. 27, 2024

ASHFIELD 384 Bellus Road. $495,000. B: Finn Phoenix and Laura Boban. S: Laura Harrington and Irving A. Steinfink.ATHOL 161 Hillside Terrace. $310,000. B: FWP Realty Partners LLC. S: Stella L. Noyes Estate and Mark S. Noyes. 633 Sanders St....

Business Briefs: Sept. 27, 2024

Eversource staff participating in Source to Sea Cleanup SPRINGFIELD — As part of their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, Eversource employees across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire will participate in the 28th...

Boiler Bar & Grille in Orange adds golf simulator

By DOMENIC POLI

ORANGE — Hitting the links at the famous Pebble Beach will easily cost you $675, and that’s before the cart and caddie fees. But visit 245 Tully Road and you can play on the same gorgeous seaside landscape for a fraction of that.Boiler Bar & Grille...

Business Briefs: Sept. 20, 2024

Greenfield Cooperative Bank to host free document shredding events Greenfield Cooperative Bank is holding two free document shredding events in partnership with Valley Green Shredding. These events will take place on: ■Saturday, Sept. 21, from 9 to 11...

Real Estate Transactions: Sept. 20, 2024

ATHOL 52 Ella St. $294,500. B: Samantha V. Coleman and Brandon M. Coleman. S: Zachary Ryan. 371 High Knob Road. $485,000. B: Shannon L. Morris and Keith E. Morris. S: Jason R. Fitzgerald. 84 Western Ave. $310,000. B: Jean M. Paradis. S: Jacob A....

Orange Walmart Supercenter celebrates end of renovations

By DOMENIC POLI

ORANGE — A mural depicting the beloved River Rat Race, Lake Mattawa and Tully Mountain seems to be the cherry atop the sundae that is the Orange Walmart Supercenter’s remodel, celebrated Friday morning.The store at 555 East Main St. remained open...

Business Briefs: Sept. 13, 2024

Williams joins Cohn & Company Real Estate GREENFIELD — Ashley Williams has joined Cohn & Company Real Estate as a real estate salesperson.Born and raised in western Massachusetts, Williams brings an understanding and appreciation of the local area to...

Bittersweet Bakery & Cafe temporarily closed as owner evaluates future plans

By CHRIS LARABEE

DEERFIELD — If you’ve driven past Bittersweet Bakery & Cafe recently, you’ve probably noticed the business appears to be closed, at least temporarily.The cafe at 470 Greenfield Road (Routes 5 and 10) marked its six-year anniversary at the end of...

Hilltown Hair Salon moves to former Bon Salon space in Shelburne Falls

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

SHELBURNE FALLS — While working out of a space at 102 Bridge St., Hilltown Hair Salon owner Crystal Jarvenpaa aspired to move closer to the center of the village. When the former home of Bon Salon became available, she could not resist.“I really liked...