Community
Williamstown Property Auctioned for $550K
Brian Intraversato outbid three other parties to purchase the 877 Simonds Road property for $550,000 on June 17. JJ Manning Auctioneers conducted the bidding.
Stay Safe In the Heat Wave: Cooling Centers and Resources
Summer is here, and people are feeling it with the heat wave that has hit central and eastern U.S., including Berkshire County.
Blue-green Algae Bloom Reported in Pontoosuc Lake
Blue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, occur naturally in lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts.
BRTA Administrator Robert Malnati Retiring Next Year
Robert Malnati's been getting people on the bus for more than two decades -- and he's hoping to see ridership on the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority hit a record before he retires next year.
BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment Deadline
The next enrollment deadline for the 2025-2026 school year for grades 6 through 10 is Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at noon.
South Street Project in Williamstown Leads to Utility Outages
A gas line break and a water main break in Williamstown last week were connected to the same road project.
State Cafe is Serving Fresh Vietnamese Dishes
The cafe first opened last summer as 328North and plans to remain open until September. It is offering similar fare, including Vietnamese-inspired dishes like banh mi sandwiches and noodle or rice bowls with a variety vegetables.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Crosby/Conte Feasibility Study
When the project was proposed last year, officials and community members toured the approximately 69,000-square-foot schools that are more than 50 years old.
Eversource Ready for An Active 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Energy company encourages customers to also be prepared with an emergency plan and storm kit
McCann Students Excel at National Business Professionals of America Conference
Business Professionals of America is the nation's leading CTSO for students pursuing careers in business management, information technology, finance, accounting, office administration, and other business-related career fields
EPA Funding to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water at Schools, Child Care Facilities
Since 2018, EPA has provided over $200 million across the country to help reduce exposure to lead in drinking water where children learn and play.
Williamstown's Remedy Hall Moves into New Home
Remedy Hall, which began its life in space at the First Congregational Church, this spring moved east on Main Street (Route 2) to 620 Main St., two doors west of Aubuchon Hardware.
New Business Offers Boat Tours in the Berkshires
Berkshire Boat Tours started June 1 for the 2025 season.
BCC State of Work Summit Brought Berkshire Employers Together
The event was presented by BCC, MassHire, Berkshire Innovation Center, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and 1Berkshire and was held on the college's main campus.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 23 to June 27
This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Rewind: June 14 through June 20
A lot has happened in the Berkshires this week. Here are some of the stories you may have missed.
U.S. Senator Warren: 'It's Bad In Washington'
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren held a town hall vent at the Colonial Theatre on Saturday.
Triplex Announces Renovation Plans for Outdoor Patio
The patio will be called "Narrow River," after the Hosokawa family, who has been a major contributor to the Triplex since it reopened as a nonprofit in 2023.
MassWildLife: Dragonflies are emerging
During the late spring and early summer, dragonflies and damselflies transform from water-dwelling larvae to impressive aerial hunters.
Co-op Bank Opens New Lending Office in Great Barrington
The new office is home to a dedicated team of experienced lenders ready to assist customers with their borrowing needs.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Lincoln Log Haven
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are discussing a log house at 236 Surriner Road.
Pedestrian Struck by Car in Pittsfield Dies
A pedestrian struck by a vehicle on Friday afternoon died later that same evening.
Pittsfield Man Pleads Guilty to 2019 Kidnapping
The Defendant and a second individual, not yet identified, pulled the victim into their car and drove her to a second location where she was assaulted.
Lifeguard Shortages May Mean 'Swim At Your Own Risk' At Burbank Park
With only a couple of potential hires, the city will soon decide if the public beach at Onota Lake will be "Swim At Your Own Risk" this season.
Berkshire County Arc Hires New Risk Management Specialist
Steele has worked at BCArc previously for several years, her most recent position as Director of Brain Injury Services. Three years ago she left BCArc to explore other opportunities.
Dalton Finance Approved Proposed Police Budget
The finance committee unanimously approved recommending a Police Department budget of $1,631,083 for the special town meeting on Thursday, June 26 at 7 p.m. in Wahconah Regional High School.
Pittsfield Now Sisters With Cape Coast, Ghana
On Thursday, Mayor Peter Marchetti and Metropolitan Chief Executive George Justice Arthur, of the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, made it official with a signing ceremony.
Williamstown Fire District Sets Special Meeting for July 1
The Prudential Committee set the special meeting for Tuesday, July 1, at 4 p.m. at the current fire station at 34 Water St.
Kirvin Park Staged for 'Significant' Ecological Restoration
The city, in collaboration with the Housatonic River Natural Resources Trustees and General Electric Co., is working to enhance the natural resources of the Housatonic River Watershed.
Bel Air Dam Removal and Traffic Control Plan Update
Two-way traffic will be maintained on Wahconah Street during construction, although there will be a slight lane shift implemented which will be marked by traffic cones and drums.
