Community
RMV Unveils Redesigned Disability Placard
New design cuts processing time by 25 percent, Residents will receive disability placards faster with streamlined production process.
MassWildlife: Get started ice fishing
Ice fishing is a great way to get outdoors in winter. Use the information and tips below to learn about ice safety, gear, and fishing techniques.
Monument Mountain Sophomore Wins Congressional App Challenge
Monument Mountain Regional High School sophomore Jonah Sanabria is the winner of this year's national Congressional App Challenge.
Governor Announces Safety Reforms Following Assisted Living Residence Commission's Final Report
This action follows the submission of the ALR Commission's final report to the Legislature, which outlines both regulatory and legislative solutions to improve the safety and well-being of residents.
BCC Graduates 32 Nursing Students at Pinning Ceremony
The pinning ceremony marked the hard work and dedication of 32 graduates over two years.
Pittsfield Firefighters Knock Down Morningside Blaze
The Fire Department knocked down a two-alarm blaze in the Morningside neighborhood in less than an hour on Friday.
Friday Front Porch Feature: An Attractive Home With a Pool
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 53 Depot St.
North Berkshire Group Hosting Course on Beekeeping
The Northern Berkshire Beekeepers Association is hosting a course to help others learn how to keep honeybees buzzing in the region.
Dalton Prepares for Challenging Budget Season
As the town embarks on a challenging budget season, the new town manager has already put forth cost mitigation options.
NBSU Committee Open to Discussing Apportionment Changes
Clarksburg's partners in the North Berkshire School Union agreed to take a look at the assessment structure for the union's administration and the union agreement.
Pittsfield Accepts Grant for Domestic Violence Services
The Pittsfield Police Department received more than $66,000 from the state to assist survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in collaboration with the Elizabeth Freeman Center.
State Officials Issue Annual Reminder on Open Burning Season
Fire Safety, Environmental Health, and Injury Prevention are Top Concerns
Wahconah Park Grandstand Cost Halved to $15M
The price tag for Wahconah Park's new grandstand has been cut in half, and planners are looking at a "less is more" approach that is sustainable for the future.
No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County
Conditions remain unchanged in the Western, Connecticut River Valley, and Cape Cod Regions.
Immigration Forum Open to the Public in Lenox
The forum is one of several that has been organized by the Immigration Support Action Team, an Action Team of Greylock Together, a local Indivisible group based in the northern Berkshires.
WilliNet Facing Dane's Retirement, Uncertain Fiscal Future
The face of and driving force behind the town's community access television station will retire this summer.
Pittsfield ARPA Funds Have Year-End Expiration Date
American Rescue Fund Act monies must be spent by the end of the year, and Pittsfield is already close.
North Adams Council OKs $1.75M Borrowing for New Ladder Truck
Fire Chief Brent Lefebvre, in his slide presentation to the council, stated that purchasing this truck will save the city between $500,000 and $600,000 compared to ordering one now.
Companion Corner: Rosie at No Paws Left Behind
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Lanesborough Winterfest Returns, Work Planned for Route 7
The town's winter festival will return, and the state plans to repave more than half mile of Route 7.
Pittsfield Man Facing Drug, Assault Charges
A city man was taken into custody on Tuesday evening after allegedly threatening others in his North Street apartment.
BMC Awarded Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement
BMC Awarded Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from The Joint Commission
North Adams Boards Unanimously Elect New School Committee Member
A joint convention of the School Committee and City Council on Tuesday unanimously elected Alexandra DiAddezio to fill the vacant seat on the committee.
Lanesborough Farm Appealing Short-Term Rental Prohibition
The farm's owners have appealed to the Zoning Board of Appeals, which is holding a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Town Hall.
2026 Point in Time Count on Jan. 25
The Point in Time count, which measures people experiencing homelessness, will occur on Sunday, Jan. 25, and the Three County Continuum of Care stresses that every survey matters.
The Berkshires' Outdoor Recreation Website Sees Growth
www.berkshiresoutside.org now offers expanded lists of activities, guides and clubs, more safety information, and an assessment of accessibility for each listing.
BCC Announces Community Education Workshops
Workshops cover the topic areas of art, culinary and hospitality, professional development and self-care. All workshops are open to the public.
Dalton Zoning Denies Berkshire Concrete's Appeal for Dig Site
The Zoning Board maintained its decision that Berkshire Concrete's unauthorized dig site on parcel No. 105-16 needs to be fully remediated or covered to abide by town bylaws.
Pittsfield Firefighters to Participate in BFit Challenge
Some of the city's firefighters are gearing up for the 10th annual BFit Challenge.
Cheshire Explores Partnership with Lanesborough Police Department
The Select Board has been talking with the Lanesborough Police Department to determine if a partnership would be advantageous.
