Best Of 2020 Winners
Best Bicycle shop 2020 – Northampton Bicycle
Northampton Bicycle Best Bicycle shop Northampton Bicycle is hardly spinning its wheels over on Pleasant Street. Oh, wait…sometimes they are. “We offer sales, service, fittings, and stationary cycling classes,” Manager Leila Everett says. “You just have to bring...
Best Place for body work/auto painting 2020 – Full Tilt Auto Body
Full Tilt Auto Body Best Place for body work/auto painting Matt Ciaschini co-owns Full Tilt Autobody with his brother Zachary, and they’ve been in business for more than 10 years now. Matt says they’re working hard at being the best. “We ’re a full-service collision...
Best Auto glass replacement 2020 – JN Phillips Auto Glass
JN Phillips Auto Glass Best Auto glass replacement Auto glass specialists, JNvPhillips is the preferred place tovcall when you have a crack or worse. If you can’t make it to them, they’ll often come to you. JN Phillips does a lot more than just windshield repair. They...
Best Auto service shop 2020 – TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley
TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley Best Auto service shop See entry for New Car Dealer Finalist E.S.P. Auto Inc. Finalist Prolube Auto Center
Best New car dealer 2020 – TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley
TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley Best New car dealer Tommycar: TommyCar Auto Group, consisting of Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley and Genesis...
Best Auto detailing 2020 – TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley
TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley Best Auto detailing See Entry for New Car Dealer Finalist Josh’s Auto Detailing Finalist Full Tilt Auto...
Best Used car dealer 2020 – Nicky D’s
Nicky D’s Best Used car dealer “You’re not in the car business unless you like cars,” says Nicky D’s co-owner Betty Duprey. She said she and her husband Nicky, who owns the business with her, always strive to make things different. When Nicky Duprey...
Best Place to buy tires 2020 – Town Fair Tire
Town Fair Tire Best Place to buy tires Town Fair Tire has practically any tire you may require. In addition to tire sales, Town Fair Tires provides services including mounting, tire-repair, alignments, and rotations. With five locations in the Pioneer Valley, Town...
Best Motorcycle dealer 2020 – Harley-Davidson of Southampton
Harley-Davidson of Southampton Best Motorcycle dealer Marketing and advertising manager Katie Riel says that providing customers a great experience is key to the success of Southampton’s Harley Davidson. “It doesn’t matter the amount of their purchase,” she says. “Yo...
Best Road race 2020 – Hot Chocolate Run for Safe Passage
Hot Chocolate Run for Safe Passage Best Road race The Hot Chocolate Run is a community celebration of Safe Passage, the Hampshire County organization addressing domestic violence. Finalist Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race Finalist Happy Valley�Half...
Best Ski/snowboard shop 2020 – Competive Edge Ski & Bike
Competive Edge Ski & Bike Best Ski/snowboard shop If you’re looking to take a hike and see some of the best views around, head to Mt. Tom State Reservation in Holyoke. When the snow flies, bring your skis. The State Reservation also offers fishing, ice skating,...
Best Group fitness training center 2020 – 50/50 Fitness/Nutrition
50/50 Fitness/Nutrition Best Group fitness training center See entry for Health & Fitness center Finalist Fitness Fusion Finalist F45
Best Health & fitness center (and location) 2020 – 50/50 Fitness/Nutrition
50/50 Fitness/Nutrition Best Health & fitness center (and location) Owner Justin Killeen says 50/50 is best known for its community. “We love to host events and more importantly we love to bring people together,” he says. “Fitness doesn’t have to be a chore...
Best Local ski area 2020 – Berkshire East
Berkshire East Best Local ski area Skiing on the mountain in Charlemont has a long past that includes both Massachusetts Governor Endicott Peabody and Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy having skied there. Berkshire East has been in continuous operation since 1976. The...
Best Martial arts studio 2020 – Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts & Wellness
Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts & Wellness Best Martial arts studio Finalist Northampton Martial Arts Finalist Western Mass Krav Maga
Best Outdoor gear/camping store 2020 – Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters
Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters Best Outdoor gear/camping store Sam’s is still a family-owned outdoor gear shop that sells everything from boots to kayaks. They are located in the Hadley and Brattleboro communities. Alan Pheg is a store manager in Hadley who says that...
Best Place for a hike 2020 – Mt. Tom State Reservation
Mt. Tom State Reservation Best Place for a hike If you’re looking to take a hike and see some of the best views around, head to Mt. Tom State Reservation in Holyoke. When the snow flies, bring your skis. The State Reservation also offers fishing, ice skating, and bird...
Best Place for Pilates 2020 – Pilates Studio
Pilates Studio Best Place for Pilates Pilates Studio focuses first and foremost on the health of its customers and creating a feel-good atmosphere for pilates. The studio is best known for movement and fitness as well as injury rehabilitation. The Pilates Studio is...
Best Place for yoga 2020 – Serenity yoga
Serenity yoga Best Place for yoga Serenity Yoga is a place where you will feel welcome to explore your own practice at your own pace. We want you to do what feels good, to not compare yourself with others and to let go of expectations. We are real people doing real...
Best Roofer 2020 – Florence Roofing
Florence Roofing Best Roofer “We are a commercial and residential roofing company that performs all aspects of roofing from membrane roofing and asphalt shingles to custom sheet metal work.” 2nd Place Peak Performance 3rd Place R.C.I....
Best Solar installation 2020 – PV Squared
PV Squared Best Solar installation “Founded in 2002, PV Squared Solar is a worker-owned cooperative providing solar energy and battery storage solutions for homes and businesses throughout western Massachusetts and southern Vermont .” 2nd Place Northeast...
Best Tree service 2020 – C.L. Frank/Bartlett Tree Experts
C.L. Frank/Bartlett Tree Experts Best Tree service “THANK YOU for voting us #1 in the Valley! At C.L. Frank / Bartlett Tree Experts, we take pride in providing Scientific Tree Care since 1907. We have the experience, resources, and local team that can deliver...
Best Two-year college 2020 – Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield Technical Community College Best Two-year college 2nd Place Holyoke Community College 3rd Place Greenfield Community College
Best Veterinarian 2020 – Northampton Veterinary Clinic
Northampton Veterinary Clinic Best Veterinarian There was a young dog named McFee. Who was scared when the vet he would see. His mom said “Don’t be a cynic.” Go to Northampton Veterinary Clinic! Because they have gone “Fear Free”. Thank you for...
Best Wedding/event photographer 2020 – Dani Fine Photography
Dani Fine Photography Best Wedding/event photographer Owner and lead photographer, Dani Klein-Williams, has been photographing weddings events for 20 years. Based out of her studio in Northampton, Klein-Williams captures photographs that showcase an “artistic view of...
Best Window/door installation 2020 – Pella
Pella Best Window/door installation Al Herringshaw of Pella says they have been in business since 1962. “We are best known for providing the highest quality and most innovative windows and doors in the Valley,” he says. “We are also known for providing an outstanding...
Best Local Radio Personality 2020 – Bax & O’Brien
Bax & O’Brien Best Local Radio Personality 2nd Place Monte Belmonte 3rd Place The Kellogg Crew
Best Local Meterologist 2020 – Dave Hayes The Weather Nut
Dave Hayes The Weather Nut Best Local Meterologist Dave Hayes is the Pioneer Valley’s own down-to-earth, hyper-local weather nut, who has been combining his passion for weather with humor and a knack for explaining meteorological data. Hayes also ranked first place in...
Best Local Tv Personality 2020 – Brian Lapis
Brian Lapis Best Local Tv Personality 2nd Place Dave Madsen 3rd Place Barry Krieger
Best Local green business 2020 – River Valley Co-op
River Valley Co-op Best Local green business See entry under Local market/grocer 2nd Place Atkins Farms Country Market 3rd Place Cancer Connection Thrift Shop
Best Local insurance agency 2020 – Finck & Perras Insurance Agency
Finck & Perras Insurance Agency Best Local insurance agency “We are proud to be a full service locally owned independent insurance agency providing auto home, business, marine and boat insurance to the people of the Pioneer Valley and beyond. We serve...
Best Local non-profit 2020 – Dakin Humane Society
Dakin Humane Society Best Local non-profit Dakin Humane Society celebrates 50 years of being a community partner in 2019, and 10 years since the opening of its Springfield Adoption Center in 2009. They’re here not only to serve the animals that need help, but also to...
Best Local tax service 2020 – Dove Business Associates, Inc.
Dove Business Associates, Inc. Best Local tax service “Dove Business Associates, Inc. has over 30 years of experience with federal and state income tax preparation for individuals and businesses. As a small local tax prep and accounting office, our customers are...
Best Pet day care/boarding 2020 – The Good Dog Spot
The Good Dog Spot Best Pet day care/boarding “We’re trying to be better year after year in service to our community,” Cory says. They’re putting their money where their mouths are; in special cases, they ’ll pick up a pet if their human is struggling. “One of...
Best Pet groomer 2020 – The Good Dog Spot
The Good Dog Spot Best Pet groomer see entry for Pet Day Care/Boarding 2nd Place Furs’-A-Flyin’ Pet Grooming & Day Camp 3rd Place The Green Groomer
Best Place for dog training 2020 – Animal Alliances
Animal Alliances Best Place for dog training Animal alliances runs about 15 dog training classes per week. Each course of training runs for an hour a week for four to five weeks. There are only five dogs in each class, so the animals and their humans get the attention...
Best Plumber 2020 – Boulanger’s Plumbing
Boulanger’s Plumbing Best Plumber “Boulanger’s Plumbing & Heating is a full service residential and commercial plumbing, heating and air conditioning company. Our service department can do any job, big or small. Our commercial department has...
Best Private/charter/alternative school 2020 – Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School Best Private/charter/alternative school 2nd Place Williston Northampton School 3rd Place St. Stanislaus School
Best Real estate agency 2020 – Canon Real Estate
Canon Real Estate Best Real estate agency “Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in life. We are here to guide you. With over 300 years of combined experience, our agents have the skill and expertise to help you through the home...
Best Handyperson 2020 – Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs
Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs Best Handyperson If you need repairs on windows, doors, screens and locks, Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs is the one to call. Owner Stan Pollack received his master’s degree in agriculture and was waiting on his big dream job. As a...
Best Heating/air conditioning installation or repair service 2020 – Richard’s Fuel & Heating
Richard’s Fuel & Heating Best Heating/air conditioning installation or repair service Home heating oil delivery and 24 hour service for our oil customers. Installation of oil/gas heating systems, water heaters and air conditioning systems. We are an elite...
Best Home builder 2020 – Wright Builders, Inc.
Wright Builders, Inc. Best Home builder Do you want to build your dream home, but don’t know where to start? For over 40 years, Jonathan Wright and his team have built the homes, businesses, and schools that have become a part of western Massachusetts. Wright...
Best Home improvement contractor 2020 – Valley Home Improvement, Inc.
Valley Home Improvement, Inc. Best Home improvement contractor “Valley Home Improvement, founded in 1996, is a full service, residential design-build remodeling company. We have 28 full time employees in 3 divisions, Remodeling, Weatherization, and Solar. We...
Best Hotel/inn 2020 – Hotel Northampton
Hotel Northampton Best Hotel/inn Founded in 1927, a host of luminaries including John F. Kennedy and Eleanor Roosevelt have passed through the establishment. Ashley Fillion, head of human resources and executive assistant to the hotel’s owner, Mansour Ghalibaf,...
Best House painter 2020 – J. Greene Painting Service
J. Greene Painting Service Best House painter Jason Greene wound up in a career in sales originally, but found that he had a much better time painting as a part of his father’s business during summers and weekends home from college. A Leeds resident, Greene wanted to...
Best Kitchen design 2020 – Kitchen Concepts
Kitchen Concepts Best Kitchen design “We love what we do & it shows!”, says Jim & Ellen Boyle of Kitchen Concepts in Hadley. Kitchen Concepts is a family run kitchen & bath remodeling company with decades of combined experienced behind them....
Best Landscaper 2020 – Snow & Sons Landscaping
Snow & Sons Landscaping Best Landscaper After more than 40 years in business, Snow & Sons continues to try new products, plant varieties, and equipment to expand the options it presents to its customers. They take pride in their employees and customer...
Best Law firm 2020 – Bacon Wilson Attorneys at Law
Bacon Wilson Attorneys at Law Best Law firm “The firm is almost 125 years old and we pride ourselves in doing good deeds for the community as well as hiring the smartest people we can hire,” says Bacon Wilson Vice President Michael Katz. All Bacon Wilson lawyers are...
Best Local bank 2020 – Florence Bank
Florence Bank Best Local bank “Florence Bank is committed to taking care of your financial needs during all of the important milestones in your life. We care about you, your family, the community and your business. It’s not a new feeling. It’s the way we’ve...
Best Banquet facility/reception hall 2020 – The Log Cabin
The Log Cabin Best Banquet facility/reception hall “Spectacular Mountaintop Weddings And Events! Enjoy panoramic views, beautifully appointed rooms and first class service at Western Massachusetts’ premier wedding and event venue.” 2nd Place...
Best Best Window Cleaning 2020 – Renew Window Cleaning
Renew Window Cleaning Best Best Window Cleaning 2nd Place Mark’s Window Cleaning & Property Washing 3rd Place Great White Cleaning Company, Westfield MA
Best Carpet & flooring store 2020 – Summerlin Floors
Summerlin Floors Best Carpet & flooring store Since 1968, Summerlin Floors has been the “home town flooring experts,” says the owner, Ann Bronner. Summerlin carries ceramic tile, carpeting, hardwoods, and laminates. They also have vinyl flooring from brands that...
Best Caterer 2020 – Seth Mias Catering
Seth Mias Catering Best Caterer Seth Mias Catering proudly serving Western Mass events for our 18th year. We are a full service catering company highlighting scratch cooking and recipes for all kinds of events including weddings, social gatherings and corporate...
Best Chimney sweep 2020 – Superior Chimney Sweep
Superior Chimney Sweep Best Chimney sweep “Since starting our company in 1996 we are constantly amazed and humbled by the generous support of the home and business owners in the Pioneer Valley. It’s our privilege to be invited into our customers’ homes to aid in...
Best Computer/electronic repair 2020 – Yes Computers
Yes Computers Best Computer/electronic repair See entry under Local Computer Store 2nd Place Green Earth Computers 3rd Place Northampton Computer Repair
Best Credit union 2020 – UmassFive College Federal Credit Union
UmassFive College Federal Credit Union Best Credit union UMassFive College Federal Credit Union was established in 1967 and serves the University of Massachusetts as well as the Five College System and over 50 other non-profits, co-ops, and municipalities. As a...
Best Electrician 2020 – Dan Whiteley Electric
Dan Whiteley Electric Best Electrician A man of few words but hard work, Whiteley’s dad started Whiteley Electric back in 1972. Now Whiteley and his crew are busy going “wherever our customers take us.” Asked about the secret of his success, Whiteley says, “We try to...
Best Equipment/party rentals 2020 – Hilltown Tents
Hilltown Tents Best Equipment/party rentals If you’re invested in renting pole and frame tents for special occasions, Hilltown Tents is the place to go. Along with tents, they provide chairs, tables, dance floors, dishware, and linen. Owner Shirley Lilly and her...
Best Event/wedding DJ 2020 – Excalibur DJ Services
Excalibur DJ Services Best Event/wedding DJ DJ Excalibur: We are locally-based, Veteran owned company, providing music and entertainment for weddings and events at affordable prices since 2007. All our DJs are in the business of making people happy without stealing...E-Edition
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