Berkshires, State Return Incumbents & Pass MCAS Question

Massachusetts voters sent U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren back to Capitol Hill.

Dalton, Other Communities See High, Peaceful Turnout

Of the town's 5,000 registered voters, about 1,600 voted by mail, about 500 voted early in person, and so far about 1,500 had voted on Tuesday.

High Turnout as Williamstown Passes Local Tax Exemption

That question to create a tax exemption to the Community Preservatoin Act passed by a margin of 2,177-977.

Dalton Fire District To Review ADU Implications on Water Rates

There is uncertainty surrounding implications accessory dwelling units will have on the water and sewer rates.

BRPC to Present Draft Safety Action Plan

Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) has been developing the STEPS Initiative: the Safe Travel and Equity Plan for our Streets and will be releasing the draft Action Plan for public review and comment on Nov. 4, 2024.

Berkshires to Vote for President, State Ballot Questions

Voters will hit the polls on Tuesday to elect a new president and state and federal officials and decide ballot questions.

Phoebe Jordan Cast Historic Vote 104 Years Ago

Phoebe Jordan awoke in the wee hours 104 years ago, lit a lantern and set out on the 2 1/2-mile walk down the dirt road from her farm to the school house to vote.

Williams College Addressing New Bias Incidents

The recent incidents appear to be targeting both Jewish and Black students at the school.

Pittsfield Car Crash Knocks Radio Stations Off Air

A police pursuit that ended in a crash reportedly cut power temporarily to four local radio stations on Monday.

North Adams Christmas Trees Installed for 2024

The two downtown Christmas trees were delivered and set up Monday, kicking off the holiday season in the city.

Talk Slated on Growth of North Adams Art Community

Gallery North will host a talk by artist and developer Eric Rudd on Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Pittsfield BOH Condemns Two Homes

He explained that the city provides potential buyers with a vacant buildings list but, unfortunately, people usually walk away because of their condition.

Lee Man Killed in Single-Car Accident

The section of Division Street from Alford Road to Christian Hill was closed for four hours while investigators were on scene.

Mass Wildland Fires Spiked in October

Caution Urged as High Outdoor Fire Risk Continues Today

Louison House Celebrates Growth, Programs at Annual Meeting

In the last year alone, it's provided more than 600 people with housing assistance, assisted nearly 100 in securing housing, and distributed $10 BRTA bus passes to more than 400 people to help them get to housing or income-related appointments.

Dalton Officials Sign Off on Bardin Land Sale

During last week's Select Board meeting, members signed the property's deed to Thomas and Esther Balardini for $150,000.

Question 2: Is MCAS a Tool or Barrier?

Those who oppose the removal of MCAS as a graduation requirement fear it will stunt accountability while supporters feel it bogs students down.

Pittsfield Announces Trash/Recycling Bin Disposal Opportunities

Residents will have two opportunities to dispose of their old trash and recycling containers as the new toter system rolls out.

Sponsors of Mass Save Grant to Support Energy Efficiency Education

Community Education Grant supports equitable access to and awareness of energy efficiency programs

Food Bank of Western Massachusetts Welcomes Berkshire Bounty

The collaboration will enhance the effort to recover and distribute fresh, nutritious food to individuals and families county-wide.

Ribbon Cut on Springside Pond as 'A Place for Everyone'

Three Injured in Pittsfield Halloweentime Shootings

Three city residents sustained gunshot wounds while in the larger downtown area this week.

Becket Overnight Low Speed Lane Closures

Monday, Nov. 4, through the morning of Friday, Nov. 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Lipton Appealing Dalton Code Enforcement Ruling on Gas Station

A public hearing on Nov. 12 will determine whether the new owners of 630 Main St. can proceed with their plan to reopen a gas station.

Mount Greylock Roads to Close For Maintenance

Rockwell Road from the Visitor Center to Jones Nose parking area will remain open for visitor access, weather permitting.

Youngsters Promote National Diabetes Awareness Month in Hinsdale

Fourth-grader Nelson Pelkey and his cousin, fifth-grader Emily Ham, each have Type 1 diabetes, a condition formerly known as juvenile diabetes.

Eagles Band Returns to the Colonial for Annual Concert

The annual event at The Colonial Theatre has been a staple for the band since the early 2000s. This year, it will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m.

State Fire Marshal: Fall Back Safely

Change Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries Twice a Year, Replace Alarms if Outdated

Windsor Man Facing Murder Charge

A Windsor man has been charged with murder in the death of his sister on Thursday.

Dalton Ambulance Committee Recommends Ambulance Purchase

However, in the last couple of weeks, one of these sellers returned to the district to inform it that another agency backed out of a vehicle order last minute, so an ambulance became available early.