Community
North Adams Played Host to Rural Network Conference
The smallest city in the state hosted representatives from 40 other small rural communities from around the country two weeks ago.
Dalton Board to Interview Three Town Manager Candidates
The Select Board will be interviewing the three finalists for the town manager position on Monday.
18 Degrees Hosts Info Sessions on Becoming a Foster Parent
Community Invited to Virtual Info Sessions on Becoming a Foster Parent?
Companion Corner: Phoebe and Ash at Berkshire Humane Society
There are two older felines waiting for someone to scoop them both up to live out their lives together with a new family.
Pittsfield to See 'Brand New' Walmart
The company has recently been before several Pittsfield boards and commissions in advance of a planned renovation and expansion.
CRA Executive Director to Retire at Year's End
Peters will continue in a consulting role to help ensure a smooth and successful leadership transition.
North Adams Council Taking Seat Nominations After November Election
The councilors indicated their preference for seating the highest non-incumbent vote-getter but will still take letters of interest from candidates.
Pittsfield Panel Backs School Bus Stop-Arm Cameras
City councilors are in favor of a theoretical system that flags vehicles that don't stop for school buses.
Community Hero: Berkshire County Head Start
Berkshire County Head Start is part of the national Head Start program, which this year marks its 60th anniversary.
Images Celebrates Final Weekend of Current Theater
Images is in the process of its Look Forward Capital Campaign to raise money to complete a major renovation.
Free Art Exhibit Connects with Cause of Alzheimer’s
A variety of media, including photography, painting, prints, fiber arts and ceramics will be featured from creators such as Stephanie Anderson, Diane Firtell, Ann Getsinger, Dan Mead, Sally Eagle and Peggy Braun.
Keiter Corp. Expanding into the Berkshires
Construction management company Keiter is expanding to the Berkshires with a new Pittsfield office.
Lenox Apple Squeeze This Weekend
This is the 44rd Annual Lenox Apple Squeeze
Berkshire County Arc Celebrates Individuals, Staff at Annual Meeting
In the last fiscal year, it supported 196 individuals through live-in programs, 260 individuals through day programs, and 105 families through the Adult Family Care Program.
BRTA Offers Administrator Job to Haverhill ARPA Manager
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board has chosen Kathleen Lambert as its next administrator, recognizing that it had two strong candidates to choose from.
Northern Berkshire United Way Enters 90th Year Exceeding Fund Drive Goal
A round of applause greeted the number for Northern Berkshire United Way's annual campaign drive: $530,000.
MyCom Federal Credit Union Serving Customers for 70 Years
For 70 years, MyCom Federal Credit Union has been providing services to residents of Berkshire County.
MassDOT: Lanesborough Daytime Paving Operations on Mall Road
Road will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Pittsfield Administrator Tapped for Berkshire Hills Position
Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance Kristen Behnke will leave the school district after more than 20 years.
BRPC Presents Pedestrian, Bike Study in Lenox
The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is studying pedestrian and bicycle access opportunities around popular cultural institutions in town.
1Berkshire Celebrates the Berkshires and the Trendsetters
1Berkshire celebrated this year's movers and shakers at the 12th annual Celebrate the Berkshires on Thursday night.
Adams Culvert Project in Limbo Over Federal Funds
Interim Community Development Director Donna Cesan updated the Board of Selectmen on the project Wednesday, saying the town has asked for a budget amendment after the construction costs swelled from the original $2.2 million.
Community Conversations Series to Foster Understanding and Empathy
These conversations will feature insights from individuals with lived experience and experts in the fields of immigration, domestic violence, criminal justice, substance use disorder, housing insecurity and LGBTQ+ issues.
Ellen Kennedy Reflects on Past, Future of BCC Before Retirement
She will retire at the end of the school year after more than 17 years with the college, 14 as president, and looks back on the students, faculty, and campus as a whole with pride.
MassDOT 12th Annual Safe Streets Smart Trips Video Contest
This contest encourages students to showcase their understanding of roadway safety across all travel modes to try to decrease pedestrian and bicyclist injuries and fatalities
Berkshire County Gold Star Memorial Unveiled in Lenox
The Berkshire County Gold Star Memorial recognizes the 600 families who lost loved ones to conflicts since World War I.
Dottie's Will be Reopening with a Former Employee
He was not only a barista but also worked behind the counter, as server, and recently became shift lead before the closure.
Mass Department of Revenue Cautions Public to Beware of Text Scams
DOR strongly advises recipients to avoid clicking on any links in these messages.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports GE Funds For Old, New Business
Councilors were glad to see a long-time and a new company put forward for a total of $700,000 in economic development funds.
Pittsfield Remembers POW/MIA Servicemembers
Local veterans gathered on Friday to honor prisoners of war and service members missing in action, and to underscore efforts to unite them with descendants.
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