Community
Becket Awarded Funds For Transportation Planning
In Berkshire County, Becket was awarded funds for the High Street Improvement Project.
Pittsfield Health Board Advises Outreach Program
On Wednesday, the board approved its recommendations for addressing housing insecurity in the city, which will go to the City Council on Tuesday.
Williamstown Summer Farmers Market Seeking New Vendors
All applications are reviewed by the Williamstown Farmers Market Board. Priority is given to applications received by Feb. 20.
Williamstown READI Committee Transitions Away From Select Board
The Select Board on Monday voted unanimously to transition the town's diversity committee away from the role it has served since its inception in 2020.
Clarksburg School Eyeing ADA Improvements This Summer
School officials are hoping to take the next stop in renovations to the 60-year-old school with a refit of the bathrooms.
Habitat for Humanity Selling Pittsfield Condos for $1,700/Month
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is selling two homes to income-eligible families who can afford about $1,700 per month.
Cheshire Mulls Marijuana Consumption Bylaw
The Board of Selectmen is considering a bylaw covering the public consumption of cannabis.
Berkshires Awarded MVP Grants
In Berkshire County the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) on behalf of Adams, Lanesborough, North Adams, and Williamstown was awarded $325,000. Monterey was awarded $100,000.
Police Called for Conflict at Drury
School officials say a police presence at Drury High School on Monday morning was related to a "verbal confrontation" between students stemming from an "incident" over the weekend.
Local Production Workers Sought for Crewdson Photoshoot
Local talent is being sought for a production by world-renowned photographer Gregory Crewdson this spring.
Berkshire Athenaeum Hires Social Worker
The Berkshire Athenaeum now has a full-time social worker to meet community members' needs that go beyond books.
Williamstown CPC Sends Eight of 10 Applicants to Town Meeting
The Community Preservation Committee on Wednesday voted to send eight of the 10 grant applications the town received for fiscal year 2027 to May's annual town meeting.
Pittsfield Plans School Transition Activities Ahead of Restructuring
As the district prepares to restructure its middle schools in the fall, administrators are considering transition activities that will best meet the needs of Pittsfield students.
Sponsors of Mass Save Open New Round of Applications
Community Education Grant designed to increase energy efficiency education, literacy, and engagement in cities and towns across Massachusetts
Lanesborough to Discuss Short-Term Rental Bylaw
Short-term rentals have been a hot topic in town recently following inconsistency surrounding whether they are permitted; the Planning Board is working to fix that.
Dalton Second Historical District Needs Grant Funding for Consultant
Efforts to establish historic districts in the town have spanned several decades, creating confusion about what voters originally approved.
Adams Police Bringing Dated Policies Up to Standard
The Board of Selectmen approved a raft of Police Department policy changes on Wednesday.
Great Barrington Academy Participates in Hoopfest
The other teams hailed from respected schools throughout the Northeast, including Thrive Charter School, The Patrick School and Great Barrington Academy.
The People's Pantry, Construct Awarded Sincere Foundation Grants
Sincere Foundation announced that it has awarded $250,000 in new grants to 20 organizations that address basic needs in Massachusetts communities.
Allegrone Company Restores Base of Statue of Liberty
Allegrone Companies has ensured that the foundation around one of the nation's most significant monuments to freedom lasts for ages.
Teacher of the Month: Matthew Pegorari
The Teacher of the Month series, in collaboration with Berkshire Community College, will feature distinguished teachers nominated by community members. You can nominate a teacher here.
Governor Announces Fire Department Grants
Programs Will Support Firefighter Safety Equipment and Education for Kids and Seniors
Dalton Fire District to Discuss ADU Water Hook-Up Regulations
The process of amending the Accessory Dwelling Units bylaw to include mobile tiny homes is moving forward, with the Water Department currently drafting related regulations.
Pittsfield Ice Rink Now Open
Although late in the season, the rink will be open with posted hours from dawn to dusk, but may be closed at times for maintenance of the ice.
Reading Olympics Challenge at the Adams Free Library
Participants can choose from 25 non-fiction categories and read non-fiction books to earn medals. Each gold medal also earns participants a free book of their choice.
MassVentures Opens START Grant Applications
START grants provide $100,000 to $500,000 to eligible companies to support critical commercialization activities, including market validation, business development, and intellectual property strategy, that are not typically covered by federal research funding.
Residents, Officials Say 'No' to Proposed Berkshire Gas Rate Hike
Local officials and residents argued against Berkshire Gas's proposed 22 percent increase on the average customer's bill during a public hearing on Wednesday evening at Berkshire Community College.
BRTA Proposes New Routes To Help with Driver Shortage
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority is looking to realign its routes because of a driver shortage.
South Berkshire Monthly Kitchen Table Talks
Combining two synergistic programs, Kitchen Table Talks/Community Care Sessions are designed for parents and caregivers interested in building their knowledge and communication skills with their children around big issues including substance use while receiving meaningful support, care and belonging in a wellness setting.
Berkshires Getting Frozone Weekend
The groundhog saw his shadow and hunkered down for the never-ending winter as more snow and more cold hits the Berkshires this weekend.
