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By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

ERVING — Flis Market has been serving homemade, wood-fired pizza every Wednesday since January, and customer demand has led owners Jon and Liz Flis to expand the offering to Thursdays and Fridays as well.

SPRINGFIELD — During May, Freedom Credit Union is inviting the community to donate money at any of its branches throughout western Massachusetts to benefit A Bed for Every Child.

Luis E. Polanco sold to Andrew Stanton, 576 Crescent St. $285,000.

GREENFIELD — In an effort to stimulate the local economy, Gagne Wealth Management Group has partnered with the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce to launch the first-ever Gagne Wealth Gift Card promotion. With a $10,000 donation, the initiative will inject more than $20,000 into small businesses across Franklin County.

By ANTHONY CAMMALLERI

GREENFIELD — Radial Dynamics, a Greenfield hydraulic engineering company, will steer its way into the future with its new high-tech manufacturing equipment, including a robotic arm that was purchased with the help of a $200,000 grant.

SPRINGFIELD — Following its April 14 meeting, Dakin Humane Society announced its 2025 board of directors. The all-volunteer Dakin board represents communities from across the Pioneer Valley.

Nancy L. Strom and Roger J. Strom sold to Tatiana Safronova and Alex Safronova, 43 Colonial Drive. $365,000.

By CHINANU OKOLI

Local brewers and farmers market owners range from enthusiastic to disappointed to indifferent to the state’s new provision allowing brewers to sell beer and other craft beverages at farmers markets, fairs and other agricultural events.

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — Last June, the Shady Glen Diner at 7 Avenue A was put up for sale. Nine months later, a buyer still has not been found, but owner Charles Garbiel has extended the diner’s hours and expects to play the long game.

Luke Gilchrest and Summer B. Gilchrest sold to Omar A. Valls, 67 Anzio Road. $269,900.

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN and MADISON SCHOFIELD

Help wanted: the communities of Turners Falls, Shelburne Falls and Northfield are seeking a rural downtown coordinator to work on a state-funded downtown revitalization pilot program.

SUNDERLAND — The Zoning Board of Appeals will continue the public hearing on a proposed 9,100-square-foot retail building that is expected to house a Dollar General at the corner of Route 116 and Clark Mountain Road on Wednesday, May 28.

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

SHELBURNE — The newly opened Hilltown Children’s Center has a mission: building a foundation of self-confidence, individualism and fun for children, while expanding the child care options available in Franklin County.

GREENFIELD — Due to high demand, with more than 100 tickets sold in advance for Monday night’s screening of “The Encampments,” the Garden Cinemas will offer additional shows on Saturday, April 19, at 11 a.m.; Sunday, April 20, at 2:30 p.m.; Tuesday, April 22 ($5 Tuesday) at 2:15 p.m.; Wednesday, April 23 (open caption) at 2:15 p.m.; and Thursday, April 24, at 2:15 p.m.

Aurum Realty Trust and Robert E. Madrigan sold to Barkley Enterprises LLC, Brickyard Road, Lots D and E. $30,000.

By DOMENIC POLI

GREENFIELD — The end of operations at Kennametal’s plant at the corner of Sanderson and North streets on Tuesday has roughly 45 employees wondering what they’re going to do next.

AMHERST — Northampton Cooperative Bank, a division of Greenfield Cooperative Bank, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Amherst branch at 390 College St.

By GUSTAVO ATENCIO FLORES

NORTHFIELD — Home organization can feel like a daunting task, especially after years of collecting items.

Laura L. Finck sold to Maxwell Finck and Nicholas Finck, 294 Buckland Road. $225,000.

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GREENFIELD — The owners of Salvadoran restaurant Cocina Lupita are seeking the community’s support to help fuel their goal of opening a second location in Turners Falls this May.

By ANITA WILSON

Have you gotten a text message saying you owe money for unpaid tolls?