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Man Shot by Police in Hinsdale Incident Dies
Police Chief Shawn Boyne and Sgt. Dom Crupi were injured during the incident. Crupi is recovering from gunshot injuries to the hand and elbow at Albany, N.Y., Medical Center.
Berkshires Dips Below Measles Herd Immunity
Three of the Western Massachusetts counties, including the Berkshires, have fallen below the 95 percent vaccination level for measles, mumps, and rubella to ensure herd immunity.
Pittsfield Health Board Upholds Berkshire Pipe License Revocation
The city has lost another tobacco permit, and Berkshire Pipe and Tobacco was advised to find a different product to sell.
Literacy Volunteers of Berkshire County Information Sessions
At the conclusion of the information session, interested parties can sign up for the next available tutor training, which starts on Feb. 2.
State Fire Marshal Reminds Bars and Clubs of Sparkler Hazard
Sparklers and Other Pyrotechnics Are Illegal in Massachusetts, Should Never Be Used Indoors
Pittsfield Launches A Public Survey
The city is currently engaged in a project with the Edward J. Collins Center for Public Management at UMass Boston designed to review DPW's current organizational structure and operations
Dalton Firefighter Recognized for Going Above and Beyond
The Dalton Fire Department is celebrating one of its own with the inaugural Above and Beyond Award.
North Adams Bar Accused of Underage Service
The State Street bar is accused of both underage serving and overserving related to an incident on Nov. 15.
Police, Civilian Injured in Hinsdale Shooting
Two police officers were injured and a civilian is in critical condition after a shooting late Wednesday morning not far from the police station.
Pittsfield Begins Search for OPM to Lead Crosby/Conte Project
On Tuesday, the School Building Needs Commission created a seven-member selection committee for an owner's project manager.
Pownal Race Track Auction Postponed
The planned auction of the former Green Mountain Race Track property has been postponed to February.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Domestic Flock
Massachusetts Animal Health Officials Depopulate Impacted Backyard Flock in Dukes County
Software Glitch Caused Clarksburg Tax Bill Error
Officials say a software glitch caused the third-quarter property tax bills to include interest through the fourth quarter.
North Adams Schools Say Goodbye to Alcombright, Await His Replace
The former mayor was presented with a clock in 2017 upon the completion of his fourth term as chair of the committee; on Tuesday, he received another clock marking his four years as a member of the committee.
Pittsfield Mayor Reflects on Economic Development in 2025
The city welcomed more than a dozen new businesses in 2025 and granted support for further economic development.
Clarksburg Looking to Reduce Costs of North Berkshire School Union
The Select Board on Monday discussed its planned presentation to Thursday's North Berkshire School Union "super committee."
Berkshire Communities Commemorate the 'Noble Train of Artillery'
The nation's 250th anniversary starts on Saturday with the commemoration of Col. Henry Knox's train of artillery into Massachusetts.
Marchetti Talks New Housing, New Approaches for 2026
In 2026, some of that insecurity may be alleviated as Mayor Peter Marchetti expects new housing units to come online, along with partnerships to reach people in need.
BCC Invites Community Input on Library Renaming
As a community-centered institution, BCC values broad input and encourages the public to help shape the future identity of this important campus space.
Community Feedback Essential During Ed Collaborative
Ensuring everyone's voices are heard will be a constant during all stages of exploring secondary education collaborative efforts to achieve long-term sustainability in North Berkshire.
Veterans for Peace Stand Out Against Venezuela Strike
The new Berkshires chapter of Veterans for Peace held a stand-out Monday against the strike on Venezuela and the U.S. detention of its President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
Pittsfield Swears in City Council, School Committee
The city welcomed both new and familiar leadership for the next two years during its inauguration ceremony on Monday.
Central Berkshire Regional Schools: 2025 Year in Review
The Central Berkshire Regional School district saw a lot of success and change this year including new administrators, policies, and state recognition.
Massachusetts Fire Deaths Drop by 12 Percent in 2025
44 Fatalities Reported; More than 90 Percent Took Place at Home
Mazzeos Expands With Italian Market, Deli
When customers enter Mazzeo's Italian Market they will find goods like wines, groceries, pastries, prepared classic dishes from the restaurant, and more
Dalton Board Continues Delay on Mobile Tiny Home Bylaw
The item has been on the Planning Board's agenda for nearly every meeting. However, every time it comes up, the board tables it citing too many unanswered questions that need to be addressed first.
Business 2025 Year in Review
This year Berkshire County saw many new businesses open — from restaurants to local goods — as well as new owners taking over existing companies.
BCC Begins Search for New President
The next president will earn between $240,000 to $300,000, a salary established by the Board of Higher Education, and candidates are asked to submit application materials by Jan. 26.
2025 Year in Review: Pittsfield Schools
The Pittsfield Public Schools began 2025 with a controversy over alleged staff misconduct, but were able to push forward with large projects that set the district up for the future.
Morris Elementary School Celebrates Positive Behavior
Morris Elementary School students kicked off their winter vacation with a good behavior celebration.
