Community
Dalton Fire District Seeks Members for Building Needs Committee
The committee is charged with evaluating community needs and expectations, staffing and facility requirements, and developing short- and long-term plans to address these needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Lt. Maddalena Named Chief of Police in Pittsfield
The city has a new police chief in Marc Maddalena, a more than 25-year member of the force and head of its traffic unit.
Mill Town Foundation, Pittsfield Public Schools Core Impact Awards
Community invited to nominate educators across all 14 district schools.
MassDOT Crossing Guard Appreciation Campaign
Award recipients will be recognized at the Annual Safe Routes to School Awards Ceremony in June.
Lanesborough Planners Try to Keep Up With Bylaw Readings
The Select Board got an earful last week on the Planning Board's efforts to deal with short-term rentals.
Cannabis Dispensary Shifts Location to North Adams
A familiar North Berkshire cannabis shop opened its doors in North Adams.
Veterans for Peace Protest U.S. Intervention in Middle East
The Berkshires Chapter of Veterans for Peace held a stand-out at Park Square on Sunday calling for the halt of U.S. attacks on Iran.
Extra Dalton Water Seats Stuck on Beacon Hill
The proposed amendment to the Fire District's Charter, which would expand the Board of Water Commissioners from three to five members, is still under state review.
John Barrett III Announces Run to Retain House Seat
Incumbent John Barrett III has announced his bid for re-election to the 1st Berkshire District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
Pittsfield Housing Projects Get Extra ARPA Boost
The Affordable Housing Trust approved the funding on Wednesday to the Westside Legends and Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity.
Berkshire County Arc Awarded $250K for its New Pittsfield Home
BCArc was awarded $250,000 from the Federal Home Loan Bank.
Super Says Pittsfield Schools in 'Turnaround'
Two-thirds of Pittsfield schools need focused or targeted assistance, according to 2025 accountability data from the Department of Secondary and Elementary Education.
Lanesborough Faces Two Lawsuits Following ZBA Decisions
The town is facing two lawsuits following recent decisions made during heated Zoning Board of Appeals meetings.
Lanesborough Elementary Students Visited by Their Named Snowplow
On Monday, they unveiled the sign on the side of the truck that included the school's name and a polar bear in a "boss" suit.
MassDOT: Becket Daytime Bridge Repairs on I90 Eastbound and Westbound
Bridge repairs will take place week of Tuesday, March 3
Dalton Redevelopment Authority Seeks to Attract Veterinarian
The Dalton Redevelopment Authority is looking at revamping zoning to make it easier for a veterinarian to open an office.
Adams Treasurer's Retirement Prompts Talks on Making Post Appointed
The Selectmen last week appointed an interim treasurer/collector for the next year as the town determines whether to keep the post elected.
DA Rules Adams Officer Shooting Justified
The District Attorney released a statement Monday stating that based on preliminary investigations, Adams Police Corporal Baker acted within Massachusetts General Law and the Adams Police Department's Use of Force Policy when he fired his weapon.
Pittsfield Named One of Nation's Digital Inclusion Trailblazers
This is the second time Pittsfield is being recognized with this designation.
Smith Bros-McAndrews Insurance Celebrates 130 Years
The business started out at Smith Brothers in 1896. Brothers Fred and Peter Smith, who were of different political affiliations, both served as postmasters for the town.
Dalton Board Continues Berkshire Concrete Permit for Fourth Time
The saga over Berkshire Concrete's special permit persists as the Planning Board last week voted to continue the hearing for the fourth time.
Dalton Association Purchasing Ladder Truck for Fire Department
The Fire Department may once again have a ladder truck thanks to a donation from the Dalton Fireman's Association.
Pittsfield Traffic Commission Fields Stop Sign Requests
At its Thursday meeting, the Traffic Commission considered requests for several new stop signs, advancing one proposal and continuing discussion on two others.
Mass. First State to Deploy ChatGPT Across Executive Branch
Administration is launching enterprise AI assistant for state workforce
MassDOT Releases Special Commission on Micromobility Final Report
The report follows a series of five public meetings held in 2025.
Adams Jordan Street Parking Fix Causes Neighborhood Tension
The years-old culvert collapse on Jordan Street that has displaced residential parking in the winter is creating tension amongst neighbors.
BRTA Accepting Public Comments on Route Realignments
Berkshire Regional Transit Authority is accepting community comments on its proposed route realignment, developed to address ongoing driver shortages and frequent service cancellations.
Samantha Silverberg Named Undersecretary of Transportation Policy
A former senior transportation advisor to President Joe Biden, Silverberg will oversee policy development and implementation at MassDOT and manage special projects and initiatives to deliver a safe, reliable and efficient transportation system across the state.
Dalton Budget May Avoid Layoffs, Cuts to Services
The Select Board tentatively approved an operating budget of $11,786,298, a 8.2 percent or $892,704 increase from fiscal year 2026.
Teacher of the Month: Amanda Lardizabal
Berkshire Community College associate biology professor Amanda Lardizabal is transforming her students into stewards for health and wellness.
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