Berkshire Built: Hot Plate Brewing Co.

Hot Plate Brewing Co., opened in 2023, is owned by couple Sarah Real and Mike Dell'Aquila. They have opened the only brewery in the city and create their own lines of beer and hard seltzer.

The Retired Investor: Cost of Healthcare Cuts

While on paper the savings seemed justifiable, in reality the cuts have just shifted the burden of paying for the uninsured patient to the hospitals, and ultimately, the taxpayer.

Cheshire to Interview Police Chief Candidate

Former Miss Hall's Teacher Indicted on Assault Charges

According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, evidence gathered during the investigation shows that the defendant was dismissed from the school in 1994, prior to the end of the school year.

Hinsdale Fire Department in Need of New Engine

Like many fire departments across the county, Hinsdale's needs a new fire engine, as its current engine has become a safety concern.

Healey Talks Healthcare, Housing, ICE at South County Farm

Maura Healey visited Main Street and Indian Line Farm during campaign stops on Tuesday.

Celebration Aims to Bring 3rd Berkshire Towns Together

Two-person first responder teams will compete for cornhole bragging rights, with each team guaranteed at least three games and extra boards available for casual play.

Mount Williams Donates Flowers to Spruce Up Fire Department Yard for 9/11 Ceremony

In preparation for the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, the Fire Department wanted to clean up the side yard where it typically holds a remembrance ceremony.

Governor Tours Greylock School Project in North Adams

Gov. Maura Healey took some time out of her campaign swing through the Berkshires on Monday to tour the under construction $65 million Greylock School project.

North Adams Orders Dogs Rehomed

The new Animal Control Commission was finding its way last Thursday as it dealt with dog complaints, wildlife and neighbor disputes at its second meeting.

Companion Corner: Mimi and Herman at Second Chance

There is a sweet bonded pair of felines looking for a new home together.

Pittsfield Schools See Better Building Utilization, Continued Choice Outs

Students return to school in two weeks; Pittsfield will have one less elementary school and around 100 fewer students.

'Black Pearl' Bar Gets Greenlight From Planners, License Commission

The Black Pearl was approved for a special permit and an alcohol license last week.

Pittsfield E-Bike Rider Injured in Collision

A man on a motorbike was injured after being struck by a vehicle on Wahconah Street on Tuesday.

Lanesborough TA Tapped as Adams Community Development Director

Behind the Ballot: Pittsfield Election Workers Prepare for September Primary

The state primary election is weeks away but the city's elections workers and a small group of volunteers are already at work behind the scenes ensuring that every vote is safe and secure.

Dalton Officials Consider Tool to Navigate Aging Infrastructure Costs

The single-family water rate has been $160 since 2011, however, because of the need to improve the town's water main infrastructure, prices are anticipated to increase.

Fourth Shooting Occurs Day After DA Announces Gun Violence Task Force

After a series of gun violence incidents, Berkshire District Attorney Timothy Shugrue has created a task force to focus on the issue.

'Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune' Is a Sparkling Gem

Talk about strangers in the night. There's lots of social intercourse between Frankie and Johnny. There's also lots of sexual intercourse.

Local Authorities Responding to State's Action on Kratom

The commonwealth temporarily will designate kratom, also known by its chemical name and marketed with the term "7-OH," as a Schedule I drug, greatly restricting its sale in Massachusetts as of Aug. 28.

Adams Code Officer Charged With False Report

On March 4, the violation order was subsequently withdrawn because of "a clerical error" to the intent of the complaint and missing state Department of Environmental Protection regulations.

Pittsfield Schools Get Additional Chapter 70 Funds

Pittsfield schools received almost $459,000 in additional Chapter 70 funds, and officials are looking to restore some positions.

Healey Makes Berkshire Campaign Swing: 'I Stand With You'

Maura Healey was in the Berkshires on Monday to rally support for a second four-year term as governor. She spoke at a meet and greet on Main Street, visited small businesses on North Street in Pittsfield, and planned to stop in Great Barrington on Tuesday.

Former Miss Hall's Head Arraigned for Child Endangerment

Jeannie Norris, head of the girls' boarding school from 1996 to 2012, was arraigned on Monday for one count of reckless endangerment of a child.

Kids Have a Literal Blast at Flying Cloud STEM Camp

On Friday, students of the Flying Cloud Institute's Future Innovators Camp launched their model rockets at Herberg Middle School after a week studying the physics of flight.