Williams College Students Start Encampment over Gaza

North Adams Hopes to Transform Y Into Community Recreation Center

The fate of the facility attached to Brayton School has been in limbo since the closure of the pool last year because of structural issues and the departure of the Berkshire Family YMCA in March.

4.3% Budget Increase Proposed for Lanesborough

The Finance Committee last month approved an $11,846,607 spending plan without changes and will vote on the annual town meeting warrant articles next week. It was accepted by the Select Board on Monday.

North Adams School Panel Recommends $20M Budget That Cuts 26 Jobs

The School Committee will be presented next week with a $20 million spending plan for fiscal 2025 that includes closing Greylock School and a reduction of 26 full-time positions.

Brien Center Announces Vice President of Human Resources

In her new position, she will provide strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the Human Resources functional areas including recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and professional development.

Dalton Invites Community Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee is seeking community input on the Hazard Mitigation Plan it has been working on updating over the last few months.

Humane Society Pups Go Downtown in Forever Home Search

Adoptable pups Beethoven and Starr took a stroll down North Street on Tuesday with hopes of finding forever homes on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.

Mayor Peter Marchetti To Host Community Meetings

Following the presentation, time will be provided for questions.

Mosquito Spraying Polarizes Pittsfield Meeting Ahead of BOH Vote

Mosquito spraying remains a polarizing topic as the Board of Health approaches its decision on a control plan.

Pittsfield Rent Board OKs $30 Rent Increase for Lake Onota Village

The Rent Control Board approved a $30 per month rent increase for Lake Onota Village following a public hearing that spanned two meetings.

WMHT to Hold Listening Session in Pittsfield

WMHT Public Media Launches Phase Two of Listening Tour, Invites Input from Communities Throughout its Coverage Area

Dalton Planning Board Researches Tiny Homes Further

The Planning Board will continue to research tiny homes to inform whether to start the process of changing the town's current Accessory Dwelling Units bylaws.

Water Commissioner Incumbent Talks Priorities If Re-elected

Michael Kubicki says his priorities if re-elected to the Board of Water Commissioners are to ensure the fire and life safety of the Fire District and make sure the district goes in the direction the members want.

BRTA Celebrates 50 Years, Electric Buses

The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority is celebrating its 50th anniversary with new hybrid buses that tell a story about its history.

Williamstown Select Board Inks MOU on Mountain Bike Trail

A planned mountain bike trail cleared a hurdle last week when the Select Board OK'd a memorandum of understanding with the New England Mountain Bike Association.

Dalton Select Board Recommends Voting Against Article 1

The article proposes amending the town's bylaws to mandate the use of concrete for all future sidewalks.

Clarksburg Holds Information Session CPA Warrant Article

An informational meeting on the Community Preservation Act will be held on Wednesday, May 1, at 6 p.m. at the Clarksburg Elementary School.

North Adams Helmet Giveaway A Success

The initiative was sparked by the Police Department's acquisition of bike helmets as part of a Municipal Road Safety Grant, according to Police Chief Mark Bailey.

Candidate Forum for Adams Selectmen Set Tuesday

iBerkshires will host a forum for the Board of Selectmen candidates on Tuesday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m. at the Adams Visitors Center.

MassDOT Advisory: South County Road Work

Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, April 29 through Friday, May 3 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones

BRPC Committee Mulls Input on State Housing Plan

Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's Regional Issues Committee brainstormed representation for the county in upcoming housing listening sessions.

MCLA in Talks With Anonymous Donor for Art Museum, Art Lab

President Jamie Birge told the board of trustees on Thursday that the college has been in discussions for the last couple years with a donor who wishes at this point to remain anonymous.

Veteran Spotlight: Army Sgt. John Magnarelli

John Magnarelli served his country in the Army's 82nd Airborne Division and the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Vietnam from May 4, 1969, to April 10, 1970, as a sergeant.

State Destination Development Capital Grant to Support Tourism

Program will prioritize projects related to climate resiliency, rural communities, cultural districts, and the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution

Pittsfield School Committee OKs $82M Budget, $1.5M Cuts

The school budget is less grim than the original proposal but still requires more than $1.5 million in cuts.