 | Know the key benefits of Roth IRA
As you save for retirement, you'll want to take full advantage of the investment vehicles available to you — and one of the best is a Roth IRA. But what sets it apart from other accounts?
Three key factors distinguish the Roth IRA:
Tax-free earnings – When you invest in a Roth IRA, your earnings can grow |
| North Adams American Legion 'Be Our Guest' Christmas Dinner
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — For the 68th year, Frank R. Stiles American Legion Post 125 will be hosting its annual "Be Our Guest" Christmas dinner.
This is a free dinner for veterans’ and community members takes place on Christmas Day (Dec. 25). The dinner can be enjoyed in the American Legion, located at 91 |
 | North Adams Recognizes Work of Disability Awareness Advocates
Mayor Jennifer Macksey reads a proclamation recognizing December as Disability Awareness Month.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A commission that has been working hard to make the city more accessible was recognized at Tuesday's City Council meeting.
Members of the Commission on Disabilities, friends and |
| MassDOT Secures Funds for Enhanced Boston-Albany Passenger Rail
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced that up to $500,000 has been awarded to the Rail and Transit Division through the Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Corridor Identification and Development Program (Corridor ID) to support planning for additional train service connecting Boston and |
| North Adams To Close Eagle St. Tuesday for Repairs
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The city announced that Eagle Street will be closed between Center Street and Main Street on Tuesday, Dec. 12.
Due to a water leak, the street will be closed from 8 am until repairs are completed.
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 | Legislative Hearing in Pittsfield Tackles Inflated Utility Rates
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A legislative hearing was held at the Berkshire Innovation Center last week to address rate increases in electricity, gas, and oil with representatives from the Healey-Driscoll administration and utility companies.
In the last two years, electricity rates have increased by an average of 12 percent and |
 | Snow, Slush in the Forecast for Monday
Sunday's downpours could well turn to snow before dawn on Monday.
The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter weather advisory for most of Berkshire County through 1 p.m. on Monday.
The higher elevations could get 3 to 8 inches and wind gusts of up to 40 mph — with the |
 | North Adams Youth Group Making an Impact
Serving up hot cocoa at a tree lighting event.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There has been a community of young people building a safe place at the First Baptist Church over the past decade.
It's a place where kids can be themselves, experience no judgement and get along with others from a wide |
| Zator Leads MCLA Women's Basketball in Road Win
BOSTON -- Kristie Zator scored 16 points Saturday to lead the MCLA women's basketball team to a 41-40 win over Wentworth.
Zator's lay-up with 3 minutes, 40 seconds to play gave the Trailblazers a 41-36 lead, and MCLA's defense held off Wentworth's comeback bid down the stretch.
Zator led the defense |
 | North Adams Menorah Symbol of Perseverance, Hope
The menorah seen from outside City Hall.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The first "candle" on the city's menorah was lighted on Thursday night marking the beginning of the eight nights of Hanukkah.
The "Festival of Lights" marks the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. There |
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