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Swatting Incident Forces Berkshire School Lockdown

Berkshire School was placed on lockdown on Monday following a suspected swatting incident.

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Vermont Fish and Wildlife: Homes for Bats on Halloween

Bat week is Oct. 24-31

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Pittsfield CPA Public Hearing Set for Nov. 3

The process open thru Nov. 15, 2025

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Pittsfield School Candidates Debate PHS Investigation, District Needs

Candidates for the School Committee weighed in on transparency, district restructuring, and other issues during the Oct. 16 debate hosted by Pittsfield Community Television and iBerkshires.

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Williamstown Select Board Hears from Ag Commission, Water Quality District

The town's Agricultural Commission is considering ways to expand its reach to protect farming in a town that once boasted 138 working farms.

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Pittsfield Halloween Parade Celebrates Parades Past

The parade has a long history dating back to the mid-1940s, when General Electric and other local businesses created spooky floats and marched down North Street. The parade moved to Tyler Street in 2011.

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New Moon Lodge Veteran Resource Fair & Dinner Returns

The New Moon Lodge's ballroom will once again be filled with resources to support veterans during its second annual resource fair and dinner event.

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Fatally Shot Juvenile Found In Pittsfield Car Accident

The investigation remains active. As more information becomes available, it will be released.

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Pittsfield Schools Plan Special Meeting Before Middle Restructuring Vote

The school district is approaching its progress point that will determine if the middle schools will restructure next school year.

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Central Berkshire Habitat For Humanity Joins Rural Rally

CBHFH's participation centers on its effort to create a 20-home neighborhood off North Plain Road in Housatonic—one of the most significant affordable housing developments in Southern Berkshire County.

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Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct 27-31

Use caution when traveling on these roads. Drivers should seek alternate routes to avoid traffic delays. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.

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Dalton Council Establishes Senior Center Use Policy

The Council on Aging has revised its building usage policy to make its intended purpose clearer.

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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.

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School Committee Candidates Debate at BCC

Topics ranged from the middle school restructuring and proposed new school in the West Side, to teacher retention and the district's cell phone policy.

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Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System Phase 4

Flushing of the City of Pittsfield's Water System Phase 4 begins Monday, October 27

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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.

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Bousquet Plans 'Micro-Cabin' Accommodations

Bousquet Mountain plans to add "micro cabins" to its recreational offerings.

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Community Hero: Berkshire County Arc

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OLLI Hosts Book Talk, Signing with Barbara Viniar

Event on Tuesday, October 28, at 2:00 p.m. — in person at BCC and via Zoom

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Democratic Senate Candidate Rikleen Visits Lenox

Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Alex Rikleen says the country is in an "existential" crisis under the leadership of President Donald Trump.

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Annual Ronald F. Davis Memorial Veterans Dinner

The free dinner is open to all veterans and one guest. The event will be held at the All Saints Episcopal Church.

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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.

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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.

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MassDOT: Daytime Bridge Work and Lane Closures on I-90

All work is weather dependent

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Williamstown's READI Committee Discusses Main Street Incidents

Palmer told the committee that the college's safety team reports incidents to the Williamstown Police Department, which has jurisdiction and the ability to take action against offenders.

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MountainOne Insurance Promotes Personal Lines Manager

Dozier has established herself as a leader within the MountainOne team, combining industry knowledge with enthusiasm.

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Wine, Beer & Chocolate Tasting to Benefit AYJ Fund

All proceeds will support children with cancer in the local community and beyond.

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None Injured in Harpin Turn Car Fire

All occupants were safely out of the vehicle and reported no injuries.

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Dalton Consultant Says Dust Mitigation Plan Insufficient

An assessment by the town's consultant determined that Berkshire Concrete's dust mitigation plan is insufficient.

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Greylock School Project Passes ConCom, Preps for Planning Board

The Greylock School Project has passed one of two local permitting authorities in preparation for bidding documents to be released Nov. 17.

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