Community
Berkshire United Way Board Welcomes Three New Members
Berkshire United Way (BUW) welcomes three community leaders – Stephanie Ham, Jennifer Kerwood and Bethany Kieley – to its board of directors.
Pittsfield Looks to Improve Access at Pontoosuc Lake Shoreline
Because the area is shared with boats, the north side of the park is staged for a formal swimming area with a beach.
Williamstown Finalizes Torrey Woods Road Utility Pole Plan
The Select Board Monday OK'd a plan for new utility poles on Torrey Woods Road after hearing that the residents who originally raised questions were satisfied with the final configuration.
Shop 'n' Shred Event Coming to Pittsfield Skate Park
The Parks Commission on Tuesday approved a skate jam and flea market event scheduled for Aug. 24 at the Appleton Avenue park.
Companion Corner: Kash at No Paws Left Behind
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Construct Bids Executive Director Jane Ralph Farewell
Jane Ralph received an emotional sendoff before she steps down as executive director of Construct at the end of the month.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Funds for Ecological Restoration Projects
This funding, provided by the Department of Fish and Game’s (DFG) Division of Ecological Restoration (DER), will strengthen resilience against extreme weather events, improve water quality, reduce flood risks, and restore crucial wildlife habitat.
Greylock School Bidding Expected for October
The Greylock School project is expected to go out to bid sometime in October with bids anticipated by the end of the year.
Williamstown Planners Dig into Idea of College Zoning Overlay
Groff explained the reason for the conversation, including an extreme hypothetical that an overlay district could help the town avoid in the future.
Report: Miss Hall's Failed to Act on Abuse Reports
A report commissioned by Miss Hall's School found school officials failed for years to follow up on accusations of sexual misconduct by its instructors.
Pittsfield Senior Center Staffers Save Life on Hot June Day
Two Senior Center staff members saved a woman's life while she was having a medical emergency on an extremely hot June day.
Pittsfield Company Awarded InnovateMass Grant
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) awarded Noble Carbon $350,000 to demonstrate its innovative and reverse-compatible circuit that helps residents and businesses manage electricity use and bills.
Pittsfield School Committee Updates Social Media Policy
The school district updated its staff use of social media and personal cell phones policy.
Allendale Pines Expansion to Bring More Affordable Homes
The expansion is located at 395 Cheshire Road, bordering the Ashuwillticook Trail, and will include 22 manufactured homes.
Friends of the North Adams Public Library Mark 50 Years
Fifty years ago this August, the trustees of the North Adams Public Library discussed the potential for creating a "friends" group that could raise funds to meet the library's needs.
Governor Healey Unveils Art Exhibition by Berkshire Artists
The artists are Adam Brown of Lenox, Sarah Sutro of North Adams and Shelsy Rodriguez of Pittsfield. Their works will be displayed in the reception area of the governor's office through Sept. 12.
MountainOne Participates in Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity's Women Build
The program empowers women to take an active role in construction while advancing the mission of affordable housing in the Berkshires.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Aug. 18-22
Use caution when traveling on these roads. Drivers should seek alternate routes to avoid traffic delays. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Mount Greylock School Committee Seeks Input on Superintendent Hiring
Mount Greylock Regional School Committee delayed the decision on promoting the interim superintendent and heard an update on the new incident response plan.
Businesses Request $700K in Pittsfield Economic Development Funds
A total of $700,000 in Pittsfield Economic Development Fund monies has been requested to bring a new business to the city and expand a longtime one.
Dalton Holds Community Sessions on Public Safety Building
From tours of the deteriorating precinct, information sessions with the Public Safety Facility Committee, the development of a Facebook page, to a survey, the town is engaging the community to keep them informed of the situation and develop a solution.
Burlington Store Debuts in Pittsfield on Friday
During the morning ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Aug. 22, the store will present a $5,000 donation to teachers at Craneville Elementary for much-needed back-to-school supplies.
Governor Signs Chapter 90 Bill
The bill will strengthen local roads, reduce congestion, and ensure safe, reliable travel across the state.
Williamstown Making Progress on Recreation Initiatives
New recreation opportunities are popping up around town this summer with more to come, officials hope.
MassWildlife: Bear Aware Camping
Massachusetts is black bear country. If you're planning a camping trip in an RV or tent, follow these 5 tips to stay safe and keep bears wild.
Whitney's Garden Center Has Grown Over Three Decades
Whitney's Farm and Market is blooming with flowers and plants as the summer season wanes, along fresh produce like corn for cookouts.
MassDOT, Construction Firm Interested in Stanley Park Lots
The Site 9 redevelopment project is close to being finished with only some final amendments before approval.
Pittsfield's Plant Connector Closes But Familiar Face Remains
The Plant Connector is closing down its Pittsfield location but the space's future is still green.
Dalton Rotary Club Golf Tourney
The annual tournament honors Haddad, a longtime Rotarian with a lifelong commitment to community.
Students Have a Blast at Rocket Camp
During a four-day workshop, students collaborated with volunteer David Doyle and education coordinator Christian Drake to explore scientific concepts and, of course, build rockets.
