Community
Companion Corner: Norman at No Paws Left Behind
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Dalton Democratic Town Committee Meeting
The meeting is open to the public and is being held in an ADA compliant location.
17-Year-Old Charged for October Murder of Brodie Slonski
A 17-year-old has been charged with the October murder of another 17-year-old over vapes.
State Fire Marshal Urges Heating Fire Safety
Heating Equipment is a Leading Cause of Residential Fires, Carbon Monoxide
Lack of Economic Growth Factors Into Williamstown FY27 Budget Talks
A planned discussion on priorities for the town's fiscal year 2027 spending plan Monday quickly pivoted to the latest in a series of Town Hall conversations about anemic growth in the town's property tax base.
North Adams' Average Tax Bill Climbs $126; McCarron Sworn in as Councilor
The City Council on Wednesday approved a split tax rate that maintains a shift of 1.715 to business and commercial properties.
Pittsfield Tax Rate Drops, But Bills May Rise
The administration has presented a split rate that would increase the average single-family home's annual bill by about $220.
Clarksburg Kicking Off Master Planning Process
Residents are encouraged to attend the first meeting on "Envisioning Clarksburg 2040" on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m. at the Community Center.
Lee Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Outstanding Individuals
The awards were presented to John Toole, Kathleen DeVarennes, Laurie Norton Moffatt, Susie Brown and Joshua Bloom at the chamber's annual meeting held at Greenock Country Club.
Second Defendant Charged in Taconic Teen Murder
Jaequan Spratling, 18, was arrested on Thursday evening by police and is being charged with murder and attempted armed robbery.
Pittsfield's Department of Community Development Public Workshop
In collaboration with VHB, the Department has initiated a year-long planning process aimed at crafting a Master Plan that will guide the city's growth and change while preserving its unique character and reflecting shared community values.
Dalton Fire Navigates Space & ADA Compliance Challenges
The Fire District is revisiting how to address its space limitation and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance issues.
Lanesborough Tax Rate Up 3%
The Select Board has adopted a single tax rate that will increase the average homeowner's annual bill by about $350.
Veterans Thanked for Service on a Snowy Veterans Day
Veterans Day observances were held in Berkshire County on Tuesday.
Pittsfield Interim Superintendent Offered Year's Contract Extension
The School Committee has voted to offer interim Superintendent Latifah Phillips a yearlong contract extension.
Community Hero of the Month: Stan Kmon
Longtime resident and member of the Dalton American Legion Stan Kmon has been selected as our November Community Hero of the month.
Ventfort Hall Intro Tarot Card Reading Workshop
Tickets for the workshop are $45.
Greylock School Project Gets Nod From Planning Board
The $65 million Greylock School project sailed through the Planning Board on Monday night with unanimous approval.
Pittsfield Hub Program Has Served 85 'High Risk' People
The Pittsfield Hub has served 85 people since its establishment in 2022, and the need continues.
Morris Elementary Celebrates Veterans Day Early
Morris Elementary School celebrated Veterans Day a day early on Monday with its annual Wave Parade.
State Police Arrest 56 in Child Porn Operation
Nearly a third of the 56 people arrested last week on child pornography charges were in Berkshire County.
Prosperity Way Affordable Housing Development Honors the Carters
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity was part of the nearly 50 organizations across the state doing projects in rural areas in honor of 39th U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Blustery, Snowy Weather for Veterans Day
Veterans Day will dawn chilly and with a possible frosting of snow as the jet stream dips across the eastern half of the country.
Free Jack's Hot Dogs for Veterans on Veterans Day
Boyle, who walked into Jack's with a $200 donation, said he chose to make the donation because of his own family's military history.
Pittsfield's Kirvin Park Ecological Restoration Staged for Spring
A timeline has been laid out for Kirvin Memorial Park's floodplain and habitat restoration that begins early next year with the selection of a contractor.
Mount Greylock School District Addressing Food Insecurity
Superintendent Joe Bergeron on Thursday told the School Committee about how the district and its three schools are working to lessen the strain on members of the school community.
Green River Financial Founded on 140 Years of Experience
The new Green River Financial Services is bringing more than a century of experience to its clients, offering a more personalized and customized service.
Horizons Program Helps Miss Hall's Students Find Their Path
Students at Miss Hall's School are honing in on their interests with the Horizons program.
MassWildlife: Closer Look at Deer Breeding Season
Rut is a term used to describe the behavior of deer during the breeding season when males pursue females that are in estrous and ready to breed.
Pittsfield School Committee Honors Retired Secretary, Top Students
Two high school students were also presented the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendent's Award for Academic Excellence: Pittsfield High School senior Sophia LaMalfa and Taconic High School senior Brendan Bayles.
