Community
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.
Berkshire County Head Start Fundraiser Emphasizes Impact of Child Care
Berkshire County Head Start held its inaugural fundraiser on Oct. 11 to mark the organization's 60th anniversary.
State House Passed Child Welfare Legislation
The state House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation to strengthen oversight, transparency, and accountability within the commonwealth's child welfare system.
Weekend Outlook: Halloween & Fall Events
Check out the Halloween and fall events happening this weekend throughout Berkshire County. A list of trick-or-treat hours and events can also be found here.
Nonprofits Invited to Combined Resource Fair
Sponsored by Berkshire Funding Focus, CORE 401(k) Program, and Lamar Advertising, this free networking event features a broad range of vendors and two "Meet the Donors" panels.
Berkshire Bounty Receives Donation from Warrior Trading
Berkshire Bounty received a donation of $30,000 from Warrior Trading, an online educational platform that offers a wide range of courses, training programs, and software for individuals interested in day trading.
Great Barrington Police Awarded Grant for Virtual Reality Training
Grant to Launch Advanced Virtual Reality Training Program
Williamstown Planning Board Refining Campus Overlay Proposal
The Planning Board last week discussed bringing a campus overlay proposal to town meeting as soon as this May.
MCLA 'Groundbreaking' Kicks Off Construction of Kleefeld Arts Center
College officials say the planned Campagna Kleefeld Center for Creativity in the Arts will have a transformative effect on Massachusetts College of Liberal Art.
Pittsfield Ward 6, At-Large Candidates Weigh in on Homelessness
Candidates for Ward 6 and councilors-at-large weighed in during last week's debates on the city's struggle with homelessness and how to move forward with effective solutions.
Pittsfield's Ward 7 Councilor Steps Down
Ward 7 Councilor Rhonda Serre will step down from her post a couple of months early to work in education.
Companion Corner: Batina at No Paws Left Behind
Batina is a 6-month-old domestic shorthair mix who has only been at the shelter for a couple of weeks.
Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Events 2025
Below is a list of towns holding trick-or-treat hours and/or events on Halloween.
Construction Begins on Images Cinema's Two-Screen Theater Renovation
The Look Forward Capital Campaign continues
North Adams Airport Welcomes New Manager, New Commissioners
The Airport Commission moved through its regular business Tuesday night, marking a significant step forward with the presence of a new manager, Andrew Franklin, and a fully functioning commission.
These Mysterious Hills Presents 'City of the Dead' Cemetery Walking Tours
Tours cost $10 and will be held at 6 p.m. on Oct. 25, 28, 29, 30. Enter from Onota Street and park on the right.
Berkshire Farms, Organizations Awarded Food Security Grants
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $22 Million in Grants to Improve Food Security and Resiliency Across Massachusetts
Lenox Library to Screen Documentary 'Hear Me: Gun Violence in Berkshire County'
The film explores root causes, stories of impact, and a way forward—through the voices of experts: those who have lived it.
Williamstown Select Board Opts Not to Fill Vacant Seat
The Select Board on Monday decided not to fill seven months remaining on a vacant seat and instead allow town voters to fill out the board in May's annual town election.
BRPC Honors Retiring Local Leaders with Kusik Award
Two outgoing leaders were recognized with Kusik Awards at the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's annual meeting.
Hoosac Valley Fills Vacant Adams Representative Seat
The Hoosac Valley Regional School Committee was faced with an unusual decision on Monday — selecting a new member from four candidates.
Berkshire County Historical Society Lecture on Late 19th Century Textiles
Lorraine German and her late husband Steve established Mad River Antiques, LLC in 2001, with a concentration on 18th, 19th, and 20th century Americana and decorative arts.
Senate Candidate Rikleen to Speak to Lenox Dems
The Lenox Town Democratic Committee will hear from U.S. Senate candidate Alex Rikleen at its meeting Wednesday.
Pittsfield Council OKs Mobile Home Language Change for Lake Onota Village Association
The Lake Onota Village Association asked the City Council to change the City Code to exclude owner-occupied parks from the city's rent control.
BRPC Awarded Grant to Launch Mental Health Program at PHS
This one-time award will fund the pilot of the Active Minds Curriculum at Pittsfield High School.
Stamford Program on Alaska
The program is part of the library's ongoing Armchair Travel series.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct. 20-24
Use caution when traveling on these roads. Drivers should seek alternate routes to avoid traffic delays
Clarksburg Officials Ponder Independence From School Union
The Select Board is questioning how equitable the Northern Berkshire School Union is in terms of costs and representation.
Pittsfield Ward 7 Candidates Mull Mosquito Control, Homelessness
Candidates for Ward 7 found common ground on a couple of topics during Thursday's debate sponsored by Pittsfield Community Television and iBerkshires.
UCP Marks White Cane Day in Pittsfield
National White Cane Day, on Oct. 15, recognizes the assistive device as a symbol of independence for people who are blind or visually impaired, and raises awareness about accessibility, mobility, and inclusion.
