Community
Dedication Set for Jordan, First Woman to Vote
Phoebe Jordan made history in 1920 as the first woman to cast a ballot in a presidential election after the passage of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote.
Williamstown Con Comm Clears New WCMA
Williams College on Thursday received the final town approval it needed to proceed with building a new art museum on the former site of the Williams Inn.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct. 29
On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Berkshires Getting $11.4M in State Economic Development Grants
The Berkshires is getting more than $11 million in grant funding through the state's One Stop for Growth program.
South County Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Pre-Registration is required.
West Oil Acquired by Connecticut Energy Firm
Longtime family business West Oil Co. has changed hands after 75 years — but the new owners say customers won't notice any major changes, including the name.
CBRSD MCAS Data Shows Value of the Interventionist Model
Administrators explained at the last School Committee meeting that the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System scores showed students had made moderate progress toward targets.
Veteran Spotlight: Guardsman Pvt. Shy Ann Jackson
Born in Falmouth, she entered basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., in August 2014 after graduating from Mashpee High School.
Market 32, NEWSabc Raise Money for Red Cross
Recognizing the challenges being faced due to weather events such as hurricanes Helene and Milton, Price Chopper/Market 32 increased its initial $10,000 match to bring the total donation to an even $150,000.
Ghouls, Goblins Turn Out for Pittsfield Halloween Parade
Ghouls, goblins, and pop culture icons lined Tyler Street on Friday night for the city's annual Halloween Parade.
Governor Announces New Collaboration to Support Clean Energy Workforce Training
$600,000 in grants will upgrade technology and instructional lab spaces to prepare adult learners in solar, wind, heat pump installation and maintenance roles
Homes for Bats on Halloween
If you have noticed bats roosting in your attic, barn or office over the summer, fall and spring are the perfect times to safely evict these uninvited guests from your property.
Cultural Organizations Talk Impact on Berkshire County
Cultural institutions are recovering from the pandemic and feel their success is interconnected.
Community Heroes: Hope Amandos & Gretchen DeBartolo
Thanksgiving Angels coordinators Hope Amandos and Gretchen DeBartolo have been selected as the October Community Heroes of the Month.
Haddad Nominated as Time Dealer of the Year
George Haddad Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments
Write-Ins Needed for CBRSD Committee Vacancies
Last Thursday's Central Berkshire School Committee meeting marked the end of term for three members, who have decided not to run for their seats again.
Governor Healey Nominates Two to Appeals Court
The nominees will now continue forward to the Governor's Council for confirmation.
Blandford Paving, Guardrail Repair Operations on I-90 Westbound
Truck climbing lane closure from Friday, Oct. 25, through 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29
BNRC Celebrates Accessibility Renovations at Old Mill Trail
Berkshire Natural Resources Council celebrated the recently completed accessibility renovations at Old Mill Trail with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday.
North Adams Council Endorses Northern Tier Rail
The City Council endorsed the Northern Tier Passenger Rail plan on Tuesday, adding to a chorus of support from officials and community leaders along the proposed route.
South County Road Work
The work will take place from Monday, Oct. 28, through Friday, Nov. 1, during nighttime hours.
Berkshire Athenaeum Annual HalloTEEN Event
HalloTEEN will occur Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, 3 to 5 p.m. in the Berkshire Athenaeum Auditorium.
BRTA Announces Free Rides Extension
Customers riding the fixed route bus and/or the complementary ADA paratransit service will be fare free from Jan. through Sept. 2025.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires Vice President
She has significant experience in branch management, financial advising, personal insurance sales and management, relationship management and customer service.
Pittsfield Council, School Committee Want Better Communication
The City Council and School Committee would like next year's budget process to go better than the last.
Williamstown Nov. 5 Ballot Includes CPA Tax Exemption
Question 6 on the Nov. 5 ballot would finalize an exemption to the Community Preservation Act property tax surcharge for homeowners who meet either low-income or, for seniors, moderate-income standards.
Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum Recount Successful Year
The volunteer organization has about 500 members and coinciding with the appreciation week, memberships will be half-price on Oct. 25.
Lanesborough Asks for Input on Master Plan
Residents are being asked to weigh in on the development of the town's first master plan.
Weekend Outlook: The Outlook is Spooky with Halloween Fun
There are several events this weekend, including a country festival fundraiser, Halloween-themed activities, and more.
Up Front for DeMar Race on Veterans Day
The race begins at Veterans Memorial in North Adams at 9:00AM and ends at the American Legion.
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