View, save and delete your bookmarked stories here that appear anywhere on GazetteNET. To add a story, simply click on the icon next to any headline.     Pioneer Valley Business 2007 Breaking the glass ceiling: Greenfield bank has female CEO March 12, 2007 During a recent convention of top banking executives, Rebecca "Becky" Caplice was greeted with enthusiasm by a colleague. Although she was working at that time as chief operating officer for Greenfield Savings Bank, Caplice had recently discovered she was on track to become chief executive officer of the bank as of 2007. The other executive wanted to welcome her to that small but elite group - female bank CEOs. A dry patch for region's labor force February 26, 2007 The state's resident labor force has plateaued and Hampshire and Franklin counties are no exception to the trend. Tourism generates estimated 1,260 Valley jobs February 26, 2007 Each year, people criss-cross the state on their way to museums and parks, to leaf-peep or ski. Such tourism has a wide impact both across the Pioneer Valley region and the state. We drive alone, on state's longest commutes February 26, 2007 Not surprisingly, driving alone is the dominant means of commuting to work for Pioneer Valley residents. The trend is expected to continue as rural areas are developed and people trade a longer commute for more affordable housing, among other reasons. Core of economy still small firms February 26, 2007 Over the past few decades, the Pioneer Valley has been able to attract and sustain a wide variety of small businesses. Farms reach out to Valley's consumers February 26, 2007 Even though farms in the Pioneer Valley are generally becoming smaller, farmers are finding new ways to make them more profitable and bring their products directly to consumers. State will probe use of tourism funds February 26, 2007 BOSTON (AP) - The state inspector general's office will investigate tourism spending in Massachusetts at the request of a powerful state senator who is caught up in the controversy surrounding an independent tourism agency recently stripped of state funding. State eyes plan to keep, grow jobs February 26, 2007 Armed with last year's $300 million economic development program, the Legislature and the administration of Gov. Deval Patrick are devising ways to attract new business and keep workers in the state. A hotel rises February 26, 2007 Last May, site work had just started on the new Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Hadley, a location that was the former home of the Quonset club. A Holiday Inn Express can be seen in the background, with trucks traveling on Route 9. The new hotel is a $9.6 million project and will have 96 rooms, 64,000 square feet of space, a restaurant and banquet facilities for 200 people. It is expected to open in May, adding to a growing roster of accommodations in Hadley. The Parmar family, which owns the Pioneer Valley Hotel Group, is expanding the Quality Inn and says business is good at its new Hampton Inn. Inside the Graphics: Agriculture February 26, 2007 INSIDE THE GRAPHICS Inside the Graphics: Workforce February 26, 2007 Wages at bottom Inside the Graphics: Commuting February 26, 2007 INSIDE THE GRAPHICS Inside the Graphics: Travel & Tourism February 26, 2007 TRAVEL CREATES JOBS Inside the Graphics: Small Business February 26, 2007 WAGES THAT LAG Longview takes a new view February 26, 2007 Longview Farm in the Hockanum section of Hadley, run by the Barstow family, plans to branch out into retail to secure an added source of revenue. Many area farmers are doing the same. Planners watch economic opportunities, threats February 26, 2007 In a 2006 report, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission noted trends that will both help and hinder the region's economic development. Here are excerpts: Region is more rural, more diverse February 26, 2007 In a 2006 report, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission offered this summary of population shifts in the region: Road woes rank high with residents February 26, 2007 In a recent quality of life poll conducted by MassINC, state residents ranked "the roads and traffic situation" second highest as a policy issue most in need of major improvement. Roads and traffic concerns were second only to affordable housing as the most pressing threat to the quality of life in Massachusetts, according to the poll. State workforce growth stalls February 26, 2007 In a 2006 report, MassINC examined the stall in growth of the state's workforce. Among its findings: Valley poverty rates higher February 26, 2007 In a report last year, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission noted that poverty rates, a key indicator on the quality of life in the region, have been rising. Valley workforce in search of its future February 26, 2007 The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, in a 2006 report, took stock of changes afoot in the region's workforce. Among the findings: Pioneer Valley Business 2007: Inside the mind of a retail revisionist February 19, 2007 Two weeks ago was inventory and clearance sale time at Cedar Chest in Northampton - when staff takes stock of what did and didn't sell well over the past year and makes plans for the next. For owner Phil Hueber, who bought the store at Thornes Marketplace in May 2005, it marked the end of a whirlwind, two-year entree into the world of retail. --GazetteNET's Pioneer Valley Business 2007 site Next up at NSH site: Homes for 'villagers' February 19, 2007 NORTHAMPTON - The final wall of a building that had stood since 1856 came tumbling down Feb. 1, ending a long chapter in the city's history. Florence Savings tests waters in Hampden County February 19, 2007 WEST SPRINGFIELD - For years, Florence Savings Bank prided itself on being a community bank, making mortgages available to first-time home buyers, donating to local organizations like survival centers and schools, loaning to small businesses and getting to know customers on a first-name basis. New firms ride e-commerce learning curve February 19, 2007 EASTHAMPTON - E-commerce has changed the way people do business. Local entrepreneurs are creating niches for their online businesses. Menswear retailer must follow founder's lead February 19, 2007 NORTHAMPTON - J. Rich has been a fixture at 22 Masonic St. in Northampton since Joseph Rich opened it in 1984. And Nancy Donato, the new owner of the men's clothing store, plans to keep it just that, even though Joseph Rich himself has moved on. Rich, who had worked as a Broadway dancer before becoming a business owner, says he plans to stay in the area, and has not yet decided what his own "Act III," as he puts it, will bring. Hatfield printer invests heavily in solar power February 19, 2007 HATFIELD - A Hatfield business owner committed to the environment sees going green not as a choice, but a necessity. Yardstick on one firm's green power initiative February 19, 2007 Since Christopher Smith's system was installed at his Hatfield Printing and Publishing on Aug. 22, 2006, up until Feb. 12 it had generated 8,208 kilowatts of power. 'Over 55' housing projects gaining ground across Valley February 19, 2007 Over 55 housing communities are becoming more popular all over the country, as well as in the Valley. Petition seeks a moratorium on 'over 55' Easthampton projects February 19, 2007 EASTHAMPTON - A group of Easthampton residents is seeking a moratorium on "over 55" housing developments, claiming such projects are moving too fast. Area companies gear up early for competitive year of building February 19, 2007 With a mild start to winter, local construction companies were able to get a jump on 2007 projects. The construction industry is in full swing, bidding and making estimates on coming jobs. With low interest rates, the stabilization of gas prices and relatively warm weather, the private sector of business has been busy, those in the trade say. A swift goodbye to housing bubble? Prices expected to again show normal growth February 19, 2007 Houses in Northampton and Amherst will probably sell faster in 2007 and at slightly higher prices than in 2006, according to real estate agents. Different places, different prospects for business growth February 19, 2007 Most communities in Hampshire County want to attract businesses to broaden the tax base, though economic development proponents sometimes face opposition. Long-time agent sees stable market February 19, 2007 EASTHAMPTON - Bob Canon, a veteran of the area real estate business, sees 2007 as a more stable year for the real estate market, after a slow end to last year. Gazette Business School February 12, 2007 Welcome to the Gazette Business School, where there is never a pop quiz and tuition is 50 cents a copy (weekdays, at least). How Hazen, paper 'converter,' became haven for holograms February 12, 2007 An 82-year-old paper company is connecting its fate with flashy names in the popular culture - and the newest technology. How UMass business school stays sharp: One strategy is offering dual degrees February 12, 2007 AMHERST - In the working world, everything comes down to business, says Soren Bisgaard, interim dean of the University of Massachusetts Isenberg School of Management. Many options for business education in Valley February 12, 2007 For those who want to work on Wall Street, own their own businesses, or just want to gain knowledge about life in commerce, educational opportunities abound in the Valley. Several schools in western Massachusetts offer business programs for traditional and non-traditional students. HCC's Kittredge Center all business February 12, 2007 HOLYOKE - Education at Holyoke Community College's Kittredge Center extends far beyond the high windows and sleek exterior of the year-old building. Keeping vessels shipshape floats this firm's boat February 12, 2007 From floor to ceiling, the Klinger Engineering building in Whately is dedicated to the glossy lengths of rowing boats. One of the few companies focused solely on boat repair - as compared to the manufacturers who design, build and repair boats - this is where thousands of dollars worth of rowing equipment is splinted, molded, buffed and sanded back to life. Case Studies: Earning respect in pet care February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Candy Laflam, president. Case Studies: Going full-time as an independent therapist February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Leta Herman Case Studies: Overcoming limits of grant funding February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Annie Cheatham, executive director Case Studies: Push from Valley to go national February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Robert L. Cummings, managing principal Case Studies: Quicker turnaround on client requests February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Matt Lampiasi, president Case Studies: Retailer adjusts visibility, price points February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Harriet Rogers, owner Case Studies: Seizing a development opportunity February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Timothy C. Neumann, executive director Case Studies: Selling against bigger retailers February 12, 2007 NAMES AND TITLES: Susan Reardon and Annette Griffin, owners. Case Studies: Taking mystery out of her business card February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Heather Johnson, M.Ed., educational consultant Case Studies: Unifying grocery's distinct businesses February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Deborah Robinson, co-owner, general manager. Case Studies: When a practitioner gets maxed out February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Mary Grace Farley, owner. Case Studies: When home health care staffing comes up short February 12, 2007 NAME AND TITLE: Tom Porter, director Case Studies: An invitation to Gazette readers February 12, 2007 On this and following pages, as part of the Gazette Business School, we present short case studies about problems faced by local businesses. With today's edition, the Gazette also begins an occasional series that will present business case studies in the daily paper, as well as the "faculty statements" showcased in the first section of today's Pioneer Valley Business 2007. Faculty Statements: Bob Barba and Nancy Bair, community education and workforce development February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Greenfield Community College, Community Education and Workforce Development, 270 Main St., Greenfield, 01301. Faculty Statements: Brendan Ciecko, president February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Ten Minute Media, Granby. www.tenminutemedia.com. (413) 209-2405. The company designs and develops Web sites, interactive media and online marketing tools. We have worked with Warner Music Group, Sony/BMG, RCA Music, Universal, Capitol Records and other music entertainment companies. Creating and maintaining an online presence is becoming increasingly important in today's market. Faculty Statements: Calvin Potter, president February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: North Amherst Motors and Potter's Auto & Truck Rental, 78 Sunderland Road, North Amherst, 01059. A family-owned and operated collision repair and auto rental business serving Franklin and Hampshire Counties since 1969. Faculty Statements: Carol Katz, chief executive officer February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Loomis Communities, 246 N. Main St., S. Hadley. Nonprofit continuing care retirement communities providing independent living, support services, assisted living and skilled nursing care to older adults. Founded in 1902, we have over 500 residents and 400 employees in our three locations in the Pioneer Valley: Applewood, 1 Spencer Drive, Amherst; Loomis Village, 246 N. Main St., South Hadley; Loomis House, 298 Jarvis Ave., Holyoke. Faculty Statements: Catherine Fair, executive director February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Amherst Ballet, 29 Strong St., Amherst, 01002. Dance school and performing company. Faculty Statements: Christina Buehrle, owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Pioneer Valley Learning, Inc., dba Sylvan Learning Center, 104 Russell St., Hadley, 01035. We provide supplemental educational support and tutoring to students of all ages. We have programs in general reading, math, study skills, writing, SAT Prep, geometry and algebra. Faculty Statements: Dave DelVecchio, vice president February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Innovative Business Systems, Inc., 161 Northampton St., Easthampton, 01027. IBS is a value-added reseller and computer services company, offering a wide range of computer products and services, supporting small to medium businesses, community banks and credit unions that require technical expertise, project planning and implementation services from a business partner they can count on today and in the future. Faculty Statements: Helen Zapka, owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS and DESCRIPTION: Century Kitchens, 3 West St., Hatfield. A custom kitchen design center, with sales of cabinets and countertops. Faculty Statements: Hobie Iselin, co-owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Construct Associates Inc., 36 Service Center Road, Northampton. Full-service general contractor, builder, remodeler. Faculty Statements: Ira Bryck, director February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: UMass Family Business Center, UMass Continuing & Professional Education, 100 Venture Way, Hadley. The UMass Family Business Center is a learning community that, it says, helps customers strategize the transition to the next generation; professionalize through the use of more formal governance; trade on family strengths and inoculate against liabilities; learn to treat a business like a business and a family like a family. www.umass.edu/fambiz. (413) 545-1537. Faculty Statements: Jamie Filiault, executive director February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: The Sunderland Center for Positive Change Inc., 108 N. Main Street, Sunderland, 01375, 665-9675, www.sunderlandcenter.org. A nonprofit center that offers programs and services to individuals, families and other organizations in Hampshire and Franklin counties, including an on-site adult day program, off-site home care, nanny and tutoring matching service, information, referrals and consulting. Faculty Statements: Jim Gipe, principal February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Pivot Media Inc., 30 Main St., Florence. Pivot Media is a full-service photography and digital-imaging studio offering high-resolution scanning, direct digital photography, retouching, restoration, and fine art printing services to individuals, companies and institutions. Faculty Statements: Julie Fleron, owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Ben & Jerry's, 19 N. Pleasant Street Amherst, 01002. Purveyors of Ben & Jerry's ice cream, sorbet, frozen yogurt. Faculty Statements: Katherine J. Atkinson, M.D. February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Katherine J. Atkinson, M.D. PC, family physician, 29D Cottage St., Amherst. A family practice providing medical to people of all ages, newborn to elderly). In practice with Mary E. Chmura, M.D., both board-certified family physicians. Faculty Statements: Kathy Borawski, Broker/owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: RE/MAX Hill & Valley, 44 State St., Northampton, 01060. Real estate sales, residential and commercial. Faculty Statements: Leslie Arriola, Ed.D., owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Systems and Solutions for Chaos Control, Amherst, professional organizer providing consulting services and seminars for businesses and individuals. In business since 1998. Faculty Statements: Leta Herman, acupressure, massage therapist February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Leta Herman, LMT (licensed massage therapist). Offices in Belchertown and Greenfield. Acupressure and massage based on the principles of Chinese medicine. Faculty Statements: Michael Tucker, president, CEO February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Greenfield Co-operative Bank, offices in Greenfield, Sunderland, Northfield & Northampton (loan office); banking & financial services. Faculty Statements: Paul & Tim Diemand, owners February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS & DESCRIPTION: Whalen's Stationers & Office Furniture Co., 59 Service Center Road, Northampton. Faculty Statements: Rob Condon, president February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS & DESCRIPTION: Longley Associates Inc., 126 Wilson Road, Belchertown, 01007. robcondon@charter.net; www.longleyassociates.com. Longley Associates works with small to mid-size businesses to improve performance and operational results. Faculty Statements: Seth Isman, economic development director February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS and DESCRIPTION: Hilltown Community Development Corporation, 387 Main Road, Chesterfield, 01012. The stated goal of the organization: "improve the quality of life of Hilltown residents by addressing economic, educational and social needs while preserving the area's rural character." Faculty Statements: Shel Horowitz, owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Accurate Writing & More, Hadley. Affordable, ethical and effective copywriting, marketing consulting and book publishing consulting for clients in the Valley and around the world. Founded 1981. Faculty Statements: Stanley Paulauska, president February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: FPS Inc, dba Burger King restaurants, 158 College Highway, Southampton, 01073. Franchisee of Burger King Corp., operating nine restaurants throughout western Massachusetts and northern Connecticut. Faculty Statements: Steven Kravetz, owner February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Center for Extended Care and the Arbors at Amherst. Combined, we employ approximately 250 people, making us the largest employer (except for the University of Massachusetts and the colleges) in the area. My mother and our family have been involved in the eldercare field since the 1940s. Faculty Statements: Timothy Newmann, executive director February 12, 2007 BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND DESCRIPTION: Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, 10 Memorial St., Deerfield. The association does business as the Memorial Hall Museum, Deerfield Children's Museum and the Museum of American Democracy; the Deerfield Teachers' Center; and the Deerfield Craft Fairs. Founded in 1870, the association is a membership organization, offering cultural programs to support its mission of preserving the history of Deerfield and Connecticut River Valleys. Faculty Statements: Invitation to readers February 12, 2007 On this and following pages, as part of the Gazette Business School, we present "faculty statements" provided by people who lead local businesses. With today's edition, the Gazette also begins an occasional series that will present similar statements in the daily paper, as well as the "case studies" showcased in the second section of today's Pioneer Valley Business 2007. Pioneer Valley Business 2007: Commerce from the ground up February 05, 2007 While big deals get the buzz, the overall health of the Valley's economy hangs on small-scale business growth. For the second year, the Gazette is devoting the first of its expanded February business sections to a close look at Valley commerce at the grassroots level. --Visit GazetteNET's Pioneer Valley Business 2007 page Tight times test mettle of Hilltown enterprises February 05, 2007 Hilltown business owners say they faced a 2006 economy that, while not thriving, largely held steady. Belchertown, Granby still 'up and coming' February 05, 2007 Boomtowns they are not, but Belchertown continues to see steady growth in the business sector and Granby is witnessing the construction of perhaps the largest single road-front business edifice in memory - with a Florence Savings Bank branch office at the corner of West State and Pleasant streets. New ideas, new faces, new ventures in Easthampton February 05, 2007 EASTHAMPTON - Sometimes the best way have a bigger business is to stay small. Year brings unusual pause in Route 9 growth February 05, 2007 HADLEY - New commercial development along the Route 9 corridor has slowed considerably in the last year, leaving Hadley's business community in the unusual position of being relatively stagnant. Pubs expected to spur townwide commerce February 05, 2007 WILLIAMSBURG - For the town's small shops, the prospect of two new restaurants moving in and more people traveling along Route 9 can only be good news, say local business owners. Brewer reaches out, bike retailer retreats February 05, 2007 SOUTHAMPTON - This town of 6,000 enjoyed a good commercial climate in 2006, business owners say. While several companies closed, others opened and still others expanded. South Hadley awaits commercial expansion February 05, 2007 SOUTH HADLEY - With its range of small and locally owned businesses and individual practitioners, the commercial community in South Hadley is somewhat insulated from ups and downs. A destination continues to draw new businesses February 05, 2007 NORTHAMPTON - The word from downtown business owners this year is this: To succeed in Northampton, goods and services must appeal to the Valley's highly educated and environmentally friendly demographic. Amid Florence growth, a wish to retail village feel February 05, 2007 FLORENCE - In the past year, Florence has seen the reopening of Lilly Library, the return of a large manufacturing business, the appearance of several smaller retail stores and the introduction of several dozen independent businesses. Cinema spurs an Amherst center renaissance February 05, 2007 AMHERST - The downtown area across from the Jones Library has experienced a renaissance since the new three-screen Amherst Cinema opened the day before Thanksgiving. From Hilltown home redoubts, small businesses prospering February 05, 2007 Flexible hours, tax breaks and more time with family are some of the advantages touted by business owners in Leverett and Shutesbury who have started and maintain their own home-based businesses. Housing slowdown felt by two Hatfield firms February 05, 2007 HATFIELD - With a few exceptions, Hatfield's businesses report a good year with strong sales in 2006. Longtime businesses find strength in family February 05, 2007 Businesses in towns like Sunderland and Whately benefit from being close to major highways. But don't discount the invisible strength of family ties. Three Amherst businesses, three ways of looking at future February 05, 2007 EDITOR'S NOTE: From the latest technology, to fancy fibers to liquors, here are three tales of business change in Amherst. Tourism a bonus for Deerfield, a town poised at a crossroads February 05, 2007 DEERFIELD - While higher energy costs challenge businesses in Deerfield, as elsewhere, location is a consistent saving grace, say many business owners. Comings & Goings -- Northampton February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Pioneer Valley Boxing School; Pioneer Valley Dietics; WW2 Die Cast Models; Happy Valley Gifts; Larien Products; What Do You Need?; Radkin Inc. Talent Fusion; The Furniture Shop; Joel Russell Associates; The Firefly Shop; Soul Touch Massage Therapy; Good Point Asian Health Center; Route 9 Design and Build; Pear Tree Press Music Publishers; Dunkin' Donuts; New England Center for Esthetic Education; Hampshire Financial and Insurance Services; A Blue Phoenix; Cactus Music Press; Keeping it Wheel; Coffey & Heady; Citadel Property Management, Inc.; Sushi City; Ventures Field Associates; RAW Artifacts; Organization for Voter Integrated Democracy, Inc.; Downtown Auto Sales and Rentals; Valley Mediation; Pranic Energy Healing Institute; Wondertime; Shear Xtreme; Treasure Film; Mark Lantz Group; Gear Noho; Dharma Body Massage; Aaron's 24-Towing & Recovery; Sparky's American Restaurant. Comings & Goings -- Belchertown/Granby February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES IN BELCHERTOWN: Oak Specialists furniture store, Anytime Fitness, Davinci Digital Reimaging, Mom and Wee mother and children's consignment store, Planet Fitness, hubby Checkers eatery, Kidz Place after school child care. Comings & Goings -- Florence February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Goldthread Herbal Apothecary, Cottage Sampler, Polaris, New England Metal Processing. Comings & Goings -- Williamsburg February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Dunkin' Donuts in the Cumberland Farms on Route 9; Mad House Motorsports, 23 Main St.; Every Penny Counts, 21 Village Hill Road; Black Coffee Sound Studio, 61 South St.; B. Mango & Bird, 135 Main St.; Flannel Construction, 113 Goshen Road; Geek In A Can, 4J South Main St.; McFadden's Pub on Route 9 in Haydenville; Mill River Feeds, 8 River Road; The Brewmaster's Tavern on Main Street in the village center (Opening set for March). Comings & Goings -- Deerfield/Leverett/Shutesbury February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: The Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, Bow Wow Bath House, Flye Cycles, Hillside Pizza, Himalayan Views Authentic Tibetan Handcrafts, Goulet Trucking. Comings & Goings -- Easthampton February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Aquarius Plumbing and Heating, Awentree, Back on the Rack Used Clothing, Cherry Picked Books, Create Art Studio, Creative Memories, DED Custom Plastic Fabrication, DeCaro Total Footcare Center (Eastworks location), Good Dawg, Goodlander Gallery, Manhan Cafe, Midwifery Care of Holyoke (Chapman Avenue location), Nana's Pantry, New City Scenic and Display Inc., Pick Your Flick, Promark Graphics, Ralphine's Deli & Cafe, Toddle's Boutique. Comings & Goings -- Hadley February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Amherst Lockworks; Arif's Tailoring; BeFit Personal Training; Butternuts Eatery; Culinary Partners; Designers 2; Edible Arrangements; Emjoca; Esselon Cafe; Fastenal; The Healing Zone Therapeutic Massage; Hit & Bliss Records; Huntington Photography; Joe's Greek Place; Joyous Sunrise Enterprises; K.R. Rogers Home Repair; Lids; New York & Co.; Norm's Auto; North Hadley Cidery; The Piercing Pagoda; QRSTUVR; River Valley Irrigation; Route 9 Auto; Sibley's Mechanical; Tigon Martial Arts; The Treasure Chest; Wall Financial; WesternMass Travelhost; Wing Wong; X9 Games. Comings & Goings -- Hatfield February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Pioneer Valley Farm, 41 School St.; Bilo Auto Repair 129 Bridge St.; Green in Green, 90 Linseed Road; Farm House Enterprises, 10 Prospect St.; Seven Sisters Auto, Elm Street Comings & Goings -- The Hilltowns February 05, 2007 BUSINESS PORTRAIT: Leighton Allenby, 53 Comings & Goings -- South Hadley February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Cumberland Farms; Johnny's Bar & Grill; PeoplesBank; The Pink Petal Boutique; Taylor Rental; TD Banknorth. Comings & Goings -- Southampton February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES: Continental Flag Co.; TSC Tractor Supply Co.; Silpada Designs. Comings & Goings -- Sunderland/Whately February 05, 2007 NEW BUSINESSES IN SUNDERLAND: Mount Sugarloaf Nurseries; Dunkin Donuts; Mountain View Dance. Comings & Goings -- Amherst February 05, 2007 AMHERST'S NEW BUSINESSES: Tabella, M&M Links, Essentials, Gallery A3, HB Financial Group, Supercuts, Planet Beach tanning salon, Quiznos, Plato's Closet, Absolutely Hair, Zhang's Kitchen, Kumon Math and Reading Center, Curves, Cushman Market, Click, Transcendental Meditation Center, Travel Loft Travel Store, Ben & Jerry's (reopening), Claw Foot Tub, Luckey's, Amherst Medical Associates, Chinese Medicine and Massage Therapy. FEATURED ADVERTISERS Click to view original size This ad ran in February Business 2007 2/05/2007 Browse all ads Photo gallery Click on a photo below to show a larger version with descriptive text.