Community
BCC and Partners to Present Berkshire State of Work Summit
Tickets are $75
Pittsfield School Officials Making Budget Recommendations Wednesday
The School Committee will make recommendations for the district's fiscal year 2026 budget on Wednesday.
Pittsfield Council Files 'Median Safety' Petition
The City Council put a controversial petition that triggered a protest and dozens of public speakers to rest.
Clarksburg School Officials Told to Provide Options for Cutting Budget
School officials say the fiscal 2026 budget is up by less than one percent — if they didn't have to carry nearly $200,000 for retirements and FICA.
Macksey to Run for Third Term as Mayor
Macksey said she wants to continue to advance North Adams, prioritizing improvements in infrastructure, public safety, and economic development.
Williamstown Rotary Club to Host Spaghetti Buffet Fundraiser
The event will raise funds for the club's scholarship, youth, and community programs.
Hot Water Issue Forces Closure of Kitchen at Williamstown's Sweetwood
The outage forced the closure of Sweetwood's commercial kitchen and forced residents to use alternatives to the showers in their apartments.
Williamstown Rotary Club to Host Spaghetti Buffet Fundraiser
The event will raise funds for the club's scholarship, youth, and community programs.
State Auditor Pushes PILOT Program Reform in Windsor
Environmentally prosperous and high property-value communities don't see the same reimbursements for state-owned land.
North Adams' Route 2 Study Looks at 'Repair, Replace and Remove'
Nearly 70 residents attended a presentation on Saturday morning on how to stitch back together the asphalt desert created by the Central Artery project.
Dalton Church to Host Three Stooges Film Festival
Bernie Klem, a Three Stooges enthusiast, will present five short films featuring the comedy trio. Klem will also provide information regarding the films' production and related trivia.
Housatonic Street Closure Scheduled for April 8 in Lenox
Alternate routes are advised. Police officers will be present to manage traffic flow and provide assistance.
The Station in Lee Fuses New Flavors With Iconic Restaurant
The proprietors of the popular Charlie's Bistro Bus food truck have opened a new restaurant in the old train station.
BHS Appoints Chief Nursing Executive
Cadorette has served as Vice President of Acute Care and BMC Chief Nursing Officer for the past 11 years.
ServiceNet Warming Center Hosted 126 People This Winter
ServiceNet's warming center has provided more than heat to unhoused individuals over the last four months and will run to the end of April.
PHS Warmed by Updated Heating System
A new climate control system has brought Pittsfield High School into the 21st century.
Veteran Spotlight: Marine/Army Lt. Col. John J. Harding II
John J. Harding II served his country with honor and distinction from 1991 to 2018 in Marine Corps and in the Army, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.
Governor Extends Hybrid and Remote Public Meetings to Increase Access
Legislation will increase access to public meetings across Massachusetts and allow remote participation through June 2027
Hearth & Hound Dog Day-Care Opens in Lee
Alexis Montgomery was disappointed on returning to the Berkshires to find the dog day-care she'd used was closing. So she started her own.
Lenox Celebrates Amy Lafave's 30 Years at the Library
Lafave, a lifelong town resident, has been with the library for 30 years and shares her expertise and passion for local history with the community.
Berkshires Turns Out in Protest Against Trump Administration
A cold and rainy Saturday didn't stop hundreds of Berkshire residents from making known their feelings about recent actions by the Trump administration.
Dalton Police Department Budget Fails at Finance
The department proposed a budget of $1,679,488, a $144,232 or 9.39 percent, increase mainly caused by salary increases.
Berkshire Running Foundation Announces 2025 Race Calendar
Berkshire Running Foundation announced the running race calendar for the year 2025. This year's events that cater to runners of all skill levels.
Create an Ad: Sheds-N-Stuff
This month, students highlighted the company Sheds-N-Stuff in Cheshire, showcasing its array of merchandise and services, including selling, delivering, and assembling its products.
Pittsfield Fire Investigating Cause of Dalton Avenue Blaze
Multiple people driving by the structure at 206 Dalton called 911 report heavy flames coming from the front of the building, according to Deputy Fire Chief Neil Myers.
Author to Discuss Connie Converse at North Adams Library
The event will take place in the library's 3rd-floor community room. Fishman's book chronicles Converse's life and musical career, incorporating research, travel, and interviews. Converse resided in North Adams at one point in her life.
Hoosac Valley Students Experience Air Force's ECHO VR Training
Hoosac Valley High School students traded textbooks for virtual reality on Monday, when the Air Force brought its Enhanced Cognitive Human Operations, or ECHO, experience to the school.
Pittsfield Homeless Count Increases Over 2024
On Wednesday, the Three County Continuum of Care presented the "sobering" 2025 PIT numbers to the Homelessness Advisory Committee.
Almgren Recognized for Elder Law Expertise
Almgren has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in elder law, estate, trust, and tax planning, administration, and life care. She is accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs and holds degrees from Williams College and Albany Law School of Union University. Her areas of expertise include Medicaid and community resource utilization for elder care.
New York Times Bestselling Author to Speak at MCLA's MOSAIC
The event will take place on April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the MOSAIC Event Space on 49 Main St., North Adams. This event is free and open to the public.
