Community
Berkshire Pride Brings NOH8 Campaign Photoshoot to Pittsfield
The photoshoot is open to the public, and no reservations are needed. Individuals, couples, families, and groups are encouraged to participate.
Companion Corner: Queen at No Paws Left Behind
There's a dog at No Paws Left Behind searching for a kingdom that will treat her like the Queen that she is.
Cheshire Hoedown and Park Rededication Set Saturday
The town will celebrate community and history on Saturday, July 12, during its inaugural Cheshire Hoedown event at the Community House, starting at 4 p.m.
Bernard Resigns From Berkshire United Way
Thomas Bernard has stepped down from leading Berkshire United Way and says he is excited to explore the next chapter of his professional journey.
Pittsfield Named 2025-2027 Mass Save Community First Partner
58 municipalities and community-based organizations will work with their local Mass Save Sponsor to provide energy efficiency solutions to residents and small businesses to reduce energy use and increase the comfort of homes and buildings.
Williamstown's DIRE Committee Opts for Name Change
At its Monday meeting, the people appointed to serve on the Diversity, Inclusion and Racial Equity Advisory Committee agreed unanimously to ask the Select Board to accept a new name for the panel.
North Adams Votes to Create Ad Hoc Committee for City Code Review
The City Council approved the creation of an ad hoc committee to review the codification process and make recommendations.
Hinsdale Day-Care Opening New PreK Classroom
Tina's Kiddie Junction is expanding its day-care program to add a new prekindergarten class this month.
Cape Coast Sister City Committee Announces Ghana Trip
"Sisters" from Pittsfield and Cape Coast, Ghana, will meet in West Africa this fall to celebrate their new Sister City designation.
MassDOT: Overnight Construction on I-90
Overnight lane and ramp closures week of Monday, July 7
Central Berkshire Habitat Breaks Ground on Affordable Housing Project
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday morning for its new affordable housing project, Prosperity Way.
Adams Gets Good Marks on Accessibility Along With List of Needs
The town is working on a plan to address accessibility for residents from parks to Town Hall to its website. But so far it's doing a good job in making its public area accessible.
Work on Dalton's Pines Accessibility Trail Continues
The trailhead, located behind the Senior Center, is a hidden gem in the area that needs to be protected, and more people should know about it, committee members previously said.
Pittsfield Announces Disability Awareness Walk
This walk takes place following a proclamation issued by Mayor Peter Marchetti recognizing the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that was signed on July 26, 1990.
Strategic Systems Programs Sees Command Change in Pittsfield
The change in command ceremony on June 5 was presided over by Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe Jr., director of SSP.
Jacob's Pillow Celebrates Rebuilt Theater With Pop-up Dance
More than 100 community members of all ages celebrated the opening of Jacob's Pillow's Doris Duke Theatre with a community pop-up dance and open house on Sunday.
West Stockbridge to Host Annual Card Pond Beach Party
The West Stockbridge Parks & Recreation Department is scheduled to host the annual Card Pond Beach Party
Pittsfield Launches a New Municipal Website
The city encourages the public to update their saved bookmarks to the new web address.
Pittsfield Health Board Delays Nicotine Ban
The Board of Health isn't ready to adopt a tobacco ban for customers born after a certain date.
Community Members Audit Walkability of Morningside Corridor
A group of concerned community members walked a portion of Dalton Avenue on Sunday to see how it could be made safer for pedestrians.
Clothing Brand Eileen Fisher Opens in Great Barrington
Eileen Fisher established her eponymous brand 40 years ago with an eye on easy, timeless, and sustainable clothing for women.
Public Hearing Set on Pittsfield's Pontoosuc Bridge Project
The state Department of Transportation is holding a public hearing on the replacement of the Pontoosuc Avenue bridge.
McCann Students Contribute to Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall
National Honor Society students at McCann Technical School designed and produced 27 placards honoring the 27 local servicemen who died in the Vietnam War.
Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House?
Summer is when some species of bats gather in colonies to raise their young in human-made structures such as houses, barns, office buildings, and bat houses.
North Adams Reviewing Affordable Housing Trust Ordinance
The General Government Committee on Tuesday reviewed a proposed ordinance to create such a structure and continued discussion until the next meeting to allow for some language changes and more research.
No Paws Left Behind Shelter Marking First Anniversary
No Paws Left Behind, the first animal shelter in North Berkshire, is celebrating one year of being open.
MassWildlife: Protect your chickens
As backyard chicken farming has increased in popularity across the Bay State, conflict with wildlife has also greatly increased.
Rehabilitation Efforts Reignited for Historical Pittsfield Property
Efforts to save the historic William Russell Allen House have reignited with the support of Community Preservation Act funds.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Timeless Family Home
Are you looking for an architecturally interesting home with room for family and friends? Then this is the house for you.
