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Pittsfield Health Board Asked to Support Peaker Plant Decarbonization
The Berkshire Environmental Action Team is seeking letter support from the Board of Health on peaker plants and the need to decarbonize them.
BRTA Extends Senior Rural Fare-Free Rides, Gives Employees Bonus
Some $14,000 of the grant will go toward making non-ADA rides fare free starting in December and going through June.
Snow Angel Volunteers Needed in Pittsfield This Winter
The city created this program to help community members who have difficulty cleaning up sidewalks after a big snowstorm.
Weekend Outlook: Holiday Cheer
Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including holiday concerts, Santa meet and greets, and some Chritsmas tree lightings. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.
Companion Corner: Socks at Berkshire Humane Society
There's a silly cat at the Berkshire Humane Society looking for a forever family to play with him.
Santa Will Be Calling Pittsfield Children This Holiday Season
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be calling Pittsfield children to ask them what they want for Christmas.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A House Perfect for a Retreat
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 1030 Simonds Road.
Pittsfield Council OKs Dalton Agreement, Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Pittsfield City Council approved an agreement with Dalton for the Dalton Division Road reconstruction and adopted the city’s May 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
Opening of Ultimate Body Factory Longtime Dream of Owners
Their dreams are coming true with the opening of the Ultimate Body Factory on Monday, Dec. 1, at 5 Cheshire Road.
Card and Coffee Shop Opens on Tyler Street
The card and coffee shop is located at 147 Tyler Street and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Figo's Pizzeria Serves Fresh Italian Dishes
Bridget and Jacob Sweener, the spouses and co-owners of Figo’s Pizza, opened their new location to create a welcoming place for the community.
Norman Rockwell Museum Opens Two New Exhibits
The Norman Rockwell Museum will showcase two new collections on Saturday: one highlighting a local artist and the other exploring publications from the Jazz Age.
Weekend Outlook: Country Fest, School Performances, And More
Check out the events in the county this weekend including movies, First Friday festivities, and Veterans Day inspired events. Check out our list of harvest festivals and craft fairs here.
Horizons Program Helps Miss Hall's Students Find Their Path
Students at Miss Hall's School are honing in on their interests with the Horizons program.
Card and Collectibles Shop Opens in North Adams
Owner Kevin Dowling established 2 the Moon Card Shop & Collectables after finding some success selling online.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Home Fit for a Captain
This 1932 four-bedroom, three bathroom home is 2,574 square feet with 0.2 acres. The asking price was recently reduced to $559,000.
Weekend Outlook: Veterans, Dancing, and More
Check out the events in the county this weekend including movies, First Friday festivities, and Veterans Day inspired events.
Tyler Street Arcade Hopes to Be a Destination for Fun
Kids who came to the soft opening the night before the ribbon cutting were unsure how the arcade works and Krzysztof said he was delighted to teach them about coin slots.
A New Bagel Shop Opening in Downtown North Adams
Hexagon Bagels has been selling at the farmers market in North Adams and most recently Pittsfield for the past couple of years, after a friend suggested they start selling there.
Companion Corner: Ollie at Berkshire Humane Society
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Charming Home For You and Guests
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 1 Bulkley St.
Flying Cloud STEAM Challenge Night Brings Science to Schoolchildren
Children and their families were able to learn from a range of science experiments last week night from Flying Clouds annual STEAM Challenge Night.
Rabies Scare Shuts Down Nonprofit Riding Program
Blue Rider Stables has been in quarantine for weeks after a rabid skunk wandered onto the farm and bit one of the horses.
North Adams Farm Stand Using Vending Machine to Sell Eggs
Holly Zabriskie said the idea for the machine came after people were stealing from her farm stand on West Main Street.
Reid Middle School Students Learning at Berkshire Humane Society
Students at Reid Middle School are attending classes at the Berkshire Humane Society for alternative learning sessions to help accommodate their needs.
Beacon Cinema Seeing Improvements Amid Growth in Customers
Hohman said Beacon has been a "beacon" for the Pittsfield community. With the increase in patrons, it was time to update a few of the theater's amenities.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Family Home With Lots of Land
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 20 Pleasant View Drive.
Berkshire Family-Friendly Outings for Fall
These events and activities won't send chills down your spine, but are sure to put you in the fall spirit.
Rare297 Bringing Fine Dining Experience for a Year
Rare297 has been open for a year delivering fine dining in the heart of the downtown.
Second Drop Farm Opens Cafe After Years of Work
The family-owned farm was purchased in 2020, and the Elliots had planned to open a cafe soon after but pandemic made it harder to do so they decided to focus on the farm.
Apple Picking Destinations in Berkshire County
It's apple season! Here are some great locations to spend your day picking your own apples to enjoy the crisp taste or bake into your favorite dishes.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Home With a Private Getaway
Are you looking for a home that doubles as a vacation getaway? Then this is the house for you.
Weekend Outlook: Spooky Pumpkin Fun
Check out the events happening this weekend including pumpkin fun, festivals, and spooky nights.
Wild Soul River Expands Hours and Offerings
Owners Rebecca Guanzon and Justin Adkins opened the herbal and metaphysical shop in 2021. The shop offers a lot of herbs, herbal teas, and one-on one-sessions for tarot reading and reiki.
Weekend Outlook: The Circus is Back!
Check out the events happening this weekend including a circus, parade, fundraising events, pumpkin fun, and so much more.
Odd Bird Farm Opens Great Barrington Bakery
Odd Bird Farm is taking its pastries off the road and into a more permanent home on Main Street.
Friday Front Porch Feature: An Elegant Home With Space
Are you looking for a spacious property near Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Clark Art Institute? Then this is the house for you.
Companion Corner: Phoebe and Ash at Berkshire Humane Society
There are two older felines waiting for someone to scoop them both up to live out their lives together with a new family.
Keiter Corp. Expanding into the Berkshires
Construction management company Keiter is expanding to the Berkshires with a new Pittsfield office.
MyCom Federal Credit Union Serving Customers for 70 Years
For 70 years, MyCom Federal Credit Union has been providing services to residents of Berkshire County.
Dottie's Will be Reopening with a Former Employee
He was not only a barista but also worked behind the counter, as server, and recently became shift lead before the closure.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Live/Work Potential in West Stockbridge
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 4 Main St.
Boba Train Celebrating a Year of Business
The tea shop is located at 47 Railroad St. and serves a variety of drinks and baked goods.
Ollie's Bargain Outlet Opens in Pittsfield
Van der Valk says the company's business model is ‘good stuff cheap’. The store sells discounted items that can be found in major retail stores.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Pontoosuc Lake House
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home was built in 2021. It's selling for $1,075,000 and is 3,332 square feet with 0.85 acres.
Weekend Outlook: Festival and Fair Season
There are a range of events in and around Berkshire County this weekend including fairs, festivals, and more.
Elizabeth Freeman Center Welcomes Public to New Offices
The Elizabeth Freeman Center held an open house Thursday to show the community their new space.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Katydid Cottage in Lee
Are you looking for a home with enough space for a big family? Then this is the house for you.
Two Sisters Spirits Mobile Bar Customizes Your Experience
The bartending duo started Two Sisters Spirits Mobile Bar in a converted horse trailer that travels throughout the county.
