Adams Town Meeting Members Approve All Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Some 98 of the town's 150 town meeting members attend the hourlong special town meeting in the Memorial Building gymnasium. All three articles on the warrant passed unanimously.

Local Access Channels Exploring 'New Media' Opportunities, Expanding Options

The community-based non-profit organizations that operate local access cable TV channels in the Berkshires have been expanding their roles and strengthening their ties to their communities to adapt to the volatile era of "new media."

Notre Dame Church Closed Indefinitely as Diocese Assesses Structural Damage

The Notre Dame Church is now closed indefinitely after inspections revealed structural damage, particularly in the steeple.

Public Access Stations Look to Legislature, Alternatives for Revenue

There has been a steady decline in traditional cable TV subscribers, as viewers turn to online streaming media. This includes existing subscribers who "cut the cord" and young people who have grown up using online media rather than traditional cable.

Pittsfield Park Getting Basketball Court Renovations

The park, which also has a playground and seating areas, is along the West Branch of the Housatonic River, and the work requires ConCom approval.

Two Transported to Hospital After Curran Highway Car Crash

Two people were transported to the emergency department and both cars were towed from the scene.

Local Public-Access Stations Face Funding Challenges in Streaming Era

Local public-access cable television channels have an important role in the media landscape of Berkshire County.

Pittsfield Considers Banning Data Centers for 2 Years

Williamstown Select Board OK's 'Heroes' Banners, Names Skate Park for Max Rothschild

Unlike two weeks ago more people turned out Monday to urge the board to accept the plan to hang the Hometown Hero banners on utility poles around town between Memorial Day and Veterans Day starting in the spring of 2027.

Pittsfield Airport Solar Panels to Generate Millions

On Monday, the ceremonial switch was flipped on 17.7 acres of solar fields at the airport on Tamarack Road. This project has been in progress since 2016, and the panels have been active since December.

Retired Eye Doctor Killed by Fallen Tree in Lenox

Dr. Bruce Evenchik, 78, was found on the trail near the parking area by passing hikers and pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders.

Youth for the Future: Addison Lee

Youth for the Future is a 12-month series that honors young individuals who are making an impact on their community. This year's sponsor is Patriot Car Wash

North Adams Reschedules Boxcar Races, BBQ Cook-Off Oct. 2

Organizers report that a limited supply of boxcar kits and fully built cars remain available for last-minute entries.

State Auditor DiZoglio Pushes for Beacon Hill Transparency

More than a dozen people filled Nessacus Regional Middle School's auditorium Thursday as DiZoglio outlined her belief that power on Beacon Hill has become concentrated among a small number of House leaders, limiting legislative debate and creating what she described as a system of "rewards and punishment" to influence lawmakers.

Cheshire Man Faces Charges in Multiple Vehicle Crash

A Cheshire, Mass., man is being charged with gross negligence in operation and leaving the scene of an accident after a crash Saturday night that heavily damaged at least a half-dozen parked cars.

Veteran Spotlight: Navy Bosun's Mate Ray Boucher

Ray Boucher served his country for eight years in the Navy during World War II and the Korean War as a bosun's mate, third class.

How Is Pittsfield Being Surveilled? Councilors Want to Know

Ward 2 Councilor Cameron Cunningham and Ward 7 Councilor Katherine Moody have asked for reports on the surveillance technology Pittsfield uses.

Oct. 17 Opening Planned for Williamstown Skate Park

The festivities, scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m., will feature a demonstration by a professional skateboarder, food and music to celebrate the long-sought publicly/privately funded facility.

National Grid Urges Customers to Be Aware of Rising Scam Calls

If contacted by someone claiming to represent the company, National Grid recommends that customers always ask for identification.

After More Than a Century, Heating Failure Puts Adams Turners' Future at Risk

For more than a century, generations have gathered for dances, community gatherings and bowling at Turn Hall, but that longtime tradition is now in jeopardy after the building's aging heating system failed.

Four Pets Lost in North Adams Fire

A cat may be the cause of a fire that forced a woman to flee her home on Saturday night and lose four of her five pets.

'Laps for Liam' Benefit Walk Set at Abbott School

Culpepper is asking community members to walk "Laps for Liam" Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 to 3. Event rain date will be Oct. 10, again from 11 to 3.

Two T's Thrifting Moved to Park Street

Two T's Thrifting was opened by Trisha Carlo in January. The name is a homage to her late partner, Tom Bradley, who died in 2022. She said they both loved thrifting together.

Dalton Looks to Boost Recycling Through Education, Hauler Regulations

Recycling is a required part of curbside collection for Dalton residents and businesses, and now an education campaign has been launched to ensure the community understands the requirements.

Berkshire Built: Roxie's Barkery

Since 2020, Roxie's Barkery has been making all-natural treats for dogs after owner McKenna Burzimati realized there weren't many options for pet owners.