Community
Odd Bird Farm Opens Great Barrington Bakery
Odd Bird Farm is taking its pastries off the road and into a more permanent home on Main Street.
Great Spots to Catch a Fish in Berkshire County
Summer may be winding down, but there is still plenty of time and great weather to catch some fish.
Williamstown Dispensary Hosts Donation Drive for Local Shelter
Through Oct. 31, customers and community members can drop off essential items at Silver Therapeutics' Williamstown store.
Friday Front Porch Feature: An Elegant Home With Space
Are you looking for a spacious property near Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Clark Art Institute? Then this is the house for you.
Pittsfield Council Approves Two New Fiber Internet Providers
The City Council has OK'd fiber-optic networks for Gateway Fiber and Archtop Fiber, bringing more options to the city for internet.
Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects
This work will include lining aging sewer pipes to help prevent future breaks within the sewer line.
Dalton Police Station Conditions Continue to Worsen
Officers are getting sick, the station is receiving violations from state agencies, and there is the possibility of needing to vacate the station, in the basement of Town Hall, if radon testing comes back positive.
Lanesborough Fills Assistant Vacancy With Part-Timers
The town plans to fill its vacant administrative assistant position with two interim, part-time employees.
Northern Berkshire Events Committee Seeks New Members
For the last four years, the Northern Berkshire Events Committee has been organizing events for young adults, and they are seeking new members.
MassDOT: Overnight and Daytime Construction on I-90
Lane closures in place during various hours week of Sunday, Sept. 28
Weekend Outlook: Pumpkins and Fall Events
Check out the events around the county this weekend including pumpkins, festivals, and more to enjoy.
CATA, The Mount Present Reading By Writers With Disabilities
The event takes place at the Stable at The Mount, located at 2 Plunkett St., Lenox, MA. A free reception will follow the reading where attendees can meet and celebrate CATA writers.
Pittsfield Council Drops Mayor as School Chair Change
The City Council supported some recommended changes to the City Charter, but left behind an ordinance that designates the mayor as chair of the School Committee.
North Adams Council Asked to Consider Nip Bottle Ban
He proposed a ban on the diminutive alcohol containers have become a litter nuisance all over the city, but especially around local liquor stores.
North Adams Played Host to Rural Network Conference
The smallest city in the state hosted representatives from 40 other small rural communities from around the country two weeks ago.
Dalton Board to Interview Three Town Manager Candidates
The Select Board will be interviewing the three finalists for the town manager position on Monday.
18 Degrees Hosts Info Sessions on Becoming a Foster Parent
Community Invited to Virtual Info Sessions on Becoming a Foster Parent?
Companion Corner: Phoebe and Ash at Berkshire Humane Society
There are two older felines waiting for someone to scoop them both up to live out their lives together with a new family.
Pittsfield to See 'Brand New' Walmart
The company has recently been before several Pittsfield boards and commissions in advance of a planned renovation and expansion.
CRA Executive Director to Retire at Year's End
Peters will continue in a consulting role to help ensure a smooth and successful leadership transition.
North Adams Council Taking Seat Nominations After November Election
The councilors indicated their preference for seating the highest non-incumbent vote-getter but will still take letters of interest from candidates.
Pittsfield Panel Backs School Bus Stop-Arm Cameras
City councilors are in favor of a theoretical system that flags vehicles that don't stop for school buses.
Community Hero: Berkshire County Head Start
Berkshire County Head Start is part of the national Head Start program, which this year marks its 60th anniversary.
Images Celebrates Final Weekend of Current Theater
Images is in the process of its Look Forward Capital Campaign to raise money to complete a major renovation.
Free Art Exhibit Connects with Cause of Alzheimer’s
A variety of media, including photography, painting, prints, fiber arts and ceramics will be featured from creators such as Stephanie Anderson, Diane Firtell, Ann Getsinger, Dan Mead, Sally Eagle and Peggy Braun.
Keiter Corp. Expanding into the Berkshires
Construction management company Keiter is expanding to the Berkshires with a new Pittsfield office.
Lenox Apple Squeeze This Weekend
This is the 44rd Annual Lenox Apple Squeeze
Berkshire County Arc Celebrates Individuals, Staff at Annual Meeting
In the last fiscal year, it supported 196 individuals through live-in programs, 260 individuals through day programs, and 105 families through the Adult Family Care Program.
BRTA Offers Administrator Job to Haverhill ARPA Manager
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board has chosen Kathleen Lambert as its next administrator, recognizing that it had two strong candidates to choose from.
Northern Berkshire United Way Enters 90th Year Exceeding Fund Drive Goal
A round of applause greeted the number for Northern Berkshire United Way's annual campaign drive: $530,000.
