Community
Stamford Library to Feature Presentation on Travels in China
The one-hour program will be presented by Stamford resident Caroline Burch.
Lanesborough Advancing Combined Police/EMS Proposal
On Monday, the Select Board voted to advance a $7.3 million combined police/emergency medical services facility to town meeting, discarding the option for a $6.5 million separate build.
Berkshire Humane Society Holding Fee Waived Event Next Week
This event is called "Big Dog Energy" and is happening in many shelters across Massachusetts. It runs from April 22 through April 27.
MassDOT Announces Road Work in West Stockbridge and North Adams
All work schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions.
AccessPlus Awarded Grant to Bring Fiber to Affordable Housing Units
Internet provider AccessPlus was recently awarded the Massachusetts Broadband Institute Retrofit program grant.
Bidwell House Museum to Host Online Discussion on Historical Interpretation
The program will explore the process behind historical reenactments, particularly in relation to the museum's living history events.
North Adams Police Chase Shooting Incident; Firefighters Tackle Blaze
As firefighters brought a structure fire on Pleasant Street under control, police were trying to pin down reports of a drive-by shooting near City Hall.
Weekend Outlook: Easter and Spring Celebrations
There are several events in the Berkshires this weekend to help you recharge from your week or celebrate Easter, Spring, and the Earth.
Holiday Hours: Patriots Day
Monday, April 21, is Patriots Day, a state holiday marking the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord that began the American Revolution. The day is celebrated on the third Monday in April.
BCC to Host Women's Volleyball Letter of Intent Signing Press Conference
BCC to Host Women's Volleyball Letter of Intent Signing Press Conference April 24
Williamstown Select Board OKs LGBTQIA+ Petition, Pride Flags
The Select Board on Monday became the second elected body in the last week to express its support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Fire at Vacant Adams Mill Under Investigation
Approximately 22 agencies and 100 responders assisted at the scene after a second alarm was requested.
Hancock Shaker Village Announces Plans for New Visitor Center & Center for Shaker Studies
This project follows several years of strategic planning, design work, and fundraising efforts.
Berkshire United Way Recognizes Exemplary Volunteers
Berkshire United Way raised a craft soda on Wednesday to two community members who embody volunteerism.
Select Board Conditionally OKs May Carnival at Berkshire Mall
The department saw an "exponential" increase in the need for services at the event as its attendance continues to rise. In 2024, there were 20 transports to the hospital over the two weeks, not counting refusals or minor injuries.
Greylock Federal Promotes Vice President, Business Banking Officer II
Barry began his career with Greylock as a commercial credit analyst in 2006.
Neal Touts Federal Aid to Support Renovation of Symbol of Democracy
A longtime Democratic member of Congress on Thursday lauded the democratic ideals embodied in a local landmark.
CBRSD Aims to Improve Town Meeting Attendance
As town meeting season approaches, the Central Berkshire Regional School District aims to lower a barrier to residential participation caused by the lack of child care.
Neal: Dems Need to 'Fracture' Republicans, Challenge Trump Actions in Court
Neal, an 18-term member of Congress and ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, said the best course of action for his party on Capitol Hill is to splinter the GOP's 220-213 majority.
MassDOT to Host Safe Driving Workshop in Lenox
The workshop will cover topics related to safe driving.
Pittsfield Health Board Wants Feedback on Tobacco Ban
The Board of Health will hear from the community before adding Nicotine-Free Generation guidelines into the tobacco ordinance.
North Adams Planners OK 'Model' Cabin; Support Outdoor Cannabis
Tourists had pivoted to a cabin production facility in the Blackinton Mill when financing to transform it into a hotel fell through. The Planning Board approved permitting for the venture in January and the development of the "working" model on Monday.
Lee Celebrates Kickoff of New Public Safety Building with Demo
Town officials celebrated the start of a new public safety building on Tuesday by demolishing the Airoldi building and former Department of Public Works building.
Dalton Finance Approves Amended Police Budget
The amended budget of $1,664,924 is $14,564 less than what was originally requested. This is still an increase of $129,668 increase from this year.
Pittsfield Man Charged in Woodlawn Avenue Stabbing
A city man was arrested and charged for a Wednesday morning stabbing that seriously injured another man.
SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement
Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.
Clarksburg School Officials Mull Deep Budget Cuts
The school budget would have to be sliced by up to $150,000 to bring the fiscal 2026 budget down to a 2 percent increase.
Federal Cuts Include North Adams Culvert Project
The Trump administration's cut $90 million in disaster prevention aid for the state including a culvert project on Galvin Road.
Poetry Event to Celebrate Earth Day and the Hoosic River Watershed
Poets and individuals interested in poetry of all ages are invited to participate in this Earth Day celebration.
Structure Fire in Adams Closes Schools, Calls in Mutual Aid
At least eight fire companies responded to a Wednesday morning a structure fire in the old MacDermid Graphics building.
