Community
SJC Dismisses Pittsfield Cell Tower Suit
The Supreme Judicial Court has affirmed a lower court's order to dismiss a lawsuit over the cell tower on South Street.
Berkshire Museum Unveils Historic Transformation After Yearlong Renovation
For generations, the Berkshire Museum has helped visitors create lasting memories through its permanent collections and exhibits. Those traditions continue as the museum reopens on July 29 following its historic renovation.
Dalton 250th Anniversary Committee Seeks Members
Although eight years away, a successful anniversary celebration like this requires early organized planning by a dedicated group, Historical Commission co-chair Deborah Kovacs told the Select Board last week.
Ex-Miss Hall's Head Indicted on Child Endangerment
A retired leader of Miss Hall's School was indicted Wednesday in Berkshire Superior Court for one count of reckless endangerment of a child related to an investigation into sexual abuse allegations against a teacher.
Classical 'High Season' Approaches Its Artistic Apogee
During late July, the classical music festival "high season," anchored by concerts at Tanglewood and Sevenars, and also including Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, approaches its zenith.
Cheshire Seeks Public Input as Police Chief Search Moves Forward
Town officials are seeking community input on the issues residents believe are facing the community and the leadership qualities they would like to see in the Police Department's next leader
Adams Community, Co-Op Becoming 'Trailmark Bank'
The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday.
Companion Corner: Moose at Berkshire Humane Society
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Pittsfield Parks Commission OKs 'Shop & Shred,' Other Summer Events
The Parks Commission on Tuesday approved a variety of summer events in the city, from a shopping event at the skate park to resource sharing.
Pittsfield Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking
A Pittsfield man pleaded guilty on Monday in federal court for conspiring to traffic large quantities of cocaine in Western Massachusetts.
Pittsfield Farm Awarded AIP Grant
AIP provides business planning and technical assistance to participating farms but is available to established commercial farms with land that is protected through MDAR's APR Program and offers grants of up to $150,000 per farm to help sustain their agricultural production. Since 2009, AIP has awarded nearly $10 million to 133 APR farms across the state, that collectively steward a total of 18,844 acres of farmland.
Williamstown Fin Comm Mulls Use of $2M Windfall
The Finance Committee last week discussed how the town should use the $2 million it is in line to receive from the sale of the former town garage site.
BRPC Receives Grant for Alternative Mental Health Response Initiative
The FY27 state budget includes $250,000 to establish a task force for an alternative mental health response in the hilltowns, such as Hinsdale, and beyond.
Dalton Bridge Eyed for $2.5M Reconstruction
The town's lowest-rated bridge is slated for an approximately $2.5 million reconstruction project.
iBerkshires Monthly Business Review July
iBerkshires has been busy writing about local businesses. Our new monthly section Berkshire Built highlights local businesses that are producing their own goods.
Clarksburg Looking to AG's Receivership Program to Help With Distressed Properties
The town is looking to move two properties into receivership to get them cleaned up and back on the tax rolls.
Pittsfield Lake Commission Meets for First Time
The Lake Management Commission organized its leadership and discussed some foundational topics on Thursday, such as water quality and safety.
Pittsfield, Lee Offer Summer Meals for Local Children
The Pittsfield and Lee public schools are feeding children at meal sites in both communities this summer.
Paranormal Tour of Country Club of Pittsfield
There is far more than meets the eye of the picturesque setting of the Country Club of Pittsfield. This Saturday, July 25, visitors can explore the club's mysterious past and experience its supernatural side.
Berkshire United Way Benifits From Employer Child Care Innovation Fund
Pilot program will help employers expand child care options, support working families and strengthen Massachusetts' workforce.
Becket Washington Gets Funds to Boost Enrollment
As a low-enrollment school, Becket Washington Elementary School faces challenges in providing the same level of services and support available at larger schools. However, funding from a supplemental budget bill is expected to help bridge that gap.
Federal Funding Cuts Put Stress on Local Nonprofits
On Wednesday, the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires hosted a regional meeting on the impacts of federal funding cuts with the Massachusetts Council of Nonprofits and sector employees at the Norman Rockwell Museum.
Governor Takes Action to Cut Concert, Sports Ticket Resale and Fees
Legislation caps ticket resale prices at 110 percent of original price, cuts resale fees in half and prohibits speculative ticket sales
Adams Theater Bringing Local Stories to Life
Theater owner Yina Moore is collaborating for the second year with Life Jacket Theatre Company, which empowers underserved individuals in telling their stories through live theatrical performance.
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