Community
Macksey Stresses 'Experience' as She Launches Campaign for Third Term
Jennifer Macksey touted accomplishments over the last four years — and challenges ahead — as she kicked off her campaign for a third term for mayor.
Three Springfield Men Arrested for Motorcycle Theft
Three Springfield men were arrested for motorcycle theft on Pittsfield/Lenox Road early Saturday morning.
Adams Dog Park Gets Red-Ribbon Treatment
Pups have been enjoying the new dog park for months now but it finally got the red-ribbon treatment on Saturday morning.
Court Orders Accused Williams College Vandal into Diversion Program
The Williams College student accused of an act of vandalism on campus on the morning of June's commencement exercises was assigned on Monday to a diversion program in Northern Berkshire District Court.
September is Library Card Sign-up Month in Pittsfield
Show Your Library Card and Save this September for Library Card Sign-Up Month
Problematic Pittsfield Intersection Gets Flashing Stop Signs
The three-way stop is where Onota and Linden Streets intersect, and those traveling west on Linden Street are on an incline. The intersection is well-traveled and has two active businesses on it.
Williamstown Housing Trust Releases Funds to Northern Berkshire Habitat
The trustees of the town's Affordable Housing Trust on Wednesday committed to contributing $100,000 toward the construction of the first of four Habitat for Humanity homes off Summer Street.
Veteran Spotlight: Coast Guard Seaman James Meineker
His first assignment would take him to the Coast Guard's former ET school on Governor's Island in New York, then to the 5th Coast Guard District in Pungo, Va.
Governor Initiative To Transform Commercial Spaces Into Homes
New Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative Established by Governor Healey’s Affordable Homes Act
Pittsfield Walmart Plans Online Order Pickup Area
Walmart plans to enclose part of its garden center for an online grocery pickup area.
Governor Announces Funding, Next Steps for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Funding will help address gaps identified by the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Coordinating Council, including the need for more chargers along secondary corridors and to support Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
West Nile Virus Found in More Pittsfield Mosquitos
The city is advising residents to avoid mosquito bites and seal their homes as West Nile virus isolations continue to be detected.
MassWildlife: Know your milkweed
As their name suggests, many milkweed species produce a milky-white substance that can be seen if their stem is broken.
Berkshire Music School Brings Satellite Location to Adams
The school will offer voice, violin, viola, cello, guitar, bass and piano lessons on Wednesday afternoons and evenings in four-week sessions.
Ronnie's Cycles and Sales Delivering Fun for 70 Years
Ronnie's Cycle Sales and Service has been serving motorcycle and motorsports enthusiasts in Berkshire County and surrounding areas for seven decades.
Clarksburg Fire Company Asks for Budget Increase to Offset Costs
The Clarksburg Volunteer Fire Company is hoping for more financial support from the town to address increasing costs.
MassDOT Releases People and Transportation Project Report
Report highlights barriers to transportation access in Springfield area 86 percent of surveyed clients expressed support for fare-free RTA service
Q&A: New Principal Takes Over at Williamstown Elementary
This month, Williamstown Elementary's new Principal Benjamin Torres sat down with iBerkshires.com to talk about the road that led him to North Berkshire and some of the challenges that come with the job.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Home Fit for Entertaining
Are you looking for a luxurious, spacious home with scenic Berkshire views? Then this is the home for you.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Aug. 24-29
The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon weather.
Pittsfield Affordable Housing Signs Nondiscrimination Agreement
The agreement states that, as a condition of federal financial assistance, they will comply with national law and policies that prohibit discrimination.
Burlington Store Cuts Ribbon in Pittsfield
Dozens of people stood outside the new Burlington store on Friday to get a $10 coupon toward their shopping spree.
United Counseling Service Announces Changes to Board of Directors
United Counseling Service (UCS) announced changes to its Board of Directors.
MassDOT: Overnight and Daytime Construction on I-90
Lane closures in place during various hours week of Sunday, August 24
Adams Community Partners with Safety Platform for Financial Security
Through this partnership, ACB will offer Carefull's advanced platform to help customers monitor their accounts for signs of financial exploitation, including complicated emotional manipulation schemes like romance scams.
Pittsfield Will See a New Internet Provider
AccessPlus Fiber plans to expand into the city, providing residents, businesses, and schools with another option for internet service.
Adams Community Bank Announces Partnership with Financial Safety Platform
Adams Community Bank is partnering with financial safety platform Carefull to provide extra security for customers.
Ayelada Now Open in Williamstown
The Cervones opened another Crust pizzeria in Williamstown last year and decided to bring Ayelada in because of its success.
Local Chefs Competition to Benefit the Berkshire Food Project
Evening to feature chefs' bites, food-themed music, and a unique silent auction
Weekend Outlook: Car Shows and Festivals
Cool cars, hot rods and intriguing motor vehicles of all shapes and sizes will fill the downtown for this year's Motorama. Also enjoy food and shop vendors, with live music, giveaways and more.
