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Vermonters Can Aid Endangered Species With Income Tax Checkoff
The Nongame Fund checkoff option on the Vermont state income tax form makes donating to the fund easy and impactful.
Dalton Historical Launches Hometown Heroes Project
The town's Historical Commission is honoring those who served with its Hometown Heroes project.
Pittsfield Creates a Parks & Rec. Marketing Plan
The 2026 marketing plan is divided into five initiatives: Community engagement at events, seasonal newsletters, promotion of partner programs, branding and staff visibility, and social media presence.
Pittsfield Parks Commission OKs Outdoor February Events
Locals can experience the snow-covered Berkshire landscape during outdoor February events in Pittsfield.
A New Leaf With Deep Roots
Her support network was also incredibly limited. She did not have resources that I do today, like SCORE mentors, small-business technical assistance, and free local workshops.
Gov. Healey Urges Preparedness Ahead of Winter Storm
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Extreme Cold Warning for western Massachusetts from Friday at 7 p.m. to Saturday at 1 p.m. with wind chills as low as 25 degrees below zero expected in some spots.
National Grid, Foundation Energy Affordability Assistance for Seniors, Families in Need
The funds will be administered by community partners and will help seniors and income-eligible households manage energy costs and improve energy affordability through new resources, enhanced community outreach, and weatherization services.
Dalton Health Board Pushes Recycling Reporting
The Board of Health is looking to issue an educational pamphlet on recycling to residents and waste haulers after haulers failed to report their tonnage.
Mass Wildlife: Why You Shouldn't Feed Wildlife This Winter
Each winter, MassWildlife receives inquiries from the public regarding whether or not to feed wildlife. While people have good intentions, supplemental feeding of wildlife typically does more harm than good.
Healey, Driscoll Outline Municipal Funding Plans at MMA Conference
The Healey administration's 2027 budget will include boosts a 4.4 percent boost to local aid of more than $10.4 billion.
Dalton Water Warns Protect Your Pipes
With the expected snow and frigid weather this weekend the Water Department wants to remind people to take precautions to prevent frozen or broken water pipes.
Friday of Front Porch Feature: A Charming Home with Berkshire Scenery
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 8 Northbrook Lane.
Gov. Maura Healey's State of the Commonwealth 2026
Gov. Maura Healey's State of the Commonwealth address as prepared for delivery on Jan. 22, 2026, at the State House.
Berkshires Opens Warming Centers, Provides Safety Resources Ahead of Frigid Weekend
With wind chills expected to dip as low as -35°F, municipalities have opened warming centers and issued home-protection guidance before a major snowstorm arrives Sunday.
Weekend Outlook: Snow Days
Check out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend including fundraisers, snow events, and more.
Williamstown Community Preservation Act Applicants Make Cases to Committee
The Community Preservation Committee on Tuesday heard from six applicants seeking CPA funds from May's annual town meeting, including one grant seeker that was not included in the applications posted on the town's website prior to the meeting.
Adams Fire District Officials Make Case for Full-Time Chief, Appointed Clerk
If approved by the meeting, both decisions would need to then go to a ballot vote – likely this May for the clerk/treasurer question and spring of 2027 for the fire chief decision.
North Adams Airport Commissioners Get Update on Hangar Project
The Airport Commission received an update on a new hangar construction project that is expected to go out to bid in March.
Companion Corner: Ramsey at Second Chance
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Berkshire Food Project Celebrates Record Numbers, Volunteers
The nonprofit organization on Tuesday celebrated its more than 60 volunteers who spent more than 8,500 hours last year feeding the community.
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity offers Free Tax Assistance
Services are available to households earning $69,000 or less, as well as individuals with disabilities and older adults.
Lee Bank Foundation Awards $48K in Fourth Grant Cycle of 2025
Grantmaking Milestones Highlight Foundation's First Five Years of Impact
Crane Drops Challenge to Dalton Land Sale
Dicken Crane of Holiday Farm, the highest bidder on the property, withdrew his lawsuit and a citizen petition requesting the board award him the sale, recognizing that a reversal was unlikely after the deed had already been signed.
Pittsfield Commission Sees Plans for $15M Rebuild of Wahconah Park
The new, half-cost design for Wahconah Park places the bathrooms and concessions in elevated, standalone buildings beside the grandstand.
Lanesborough ZBA Denies Local Country Store's Appeal
The fate of the Lanesborough Local Country Store's signature vintage pickup truck remains uncertain following the Zoning Board of Appeals' recent decision.
Man Sentenced to State Prison After North Adams Drug Trafficking Arrest
The Commonwealth recommended a sentence of four to six years in State Prison. The judge ultimately imposed a sentence of 3 years and 3 days in State Prison.
Dalton Board OKs Personnel Policies, Handbook Updates
The Select Board started approving updates to the town's Personnel Policies and Administrative Procedures Handbook last week.
Dalton Capital Planning Committee Members Selected
The members of the town's Capital Planning Committee have been selected.
BFAIR Purchases Mass Ave. Property to Support Growth of Redemption Center
The recent purchase of the building allows BFAIR to plan for long-term growth and expansion in response to a significant increase in the volume of redeemable bottles and cans being processed.
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