Community
Northern Berkshire United Way Awards Community Needs and Special Grants to Five Local Organizations
Community Needs and Special Grants are designed to support one-time, short-term initiatives that respond to emerging or unmet needs in the region.
Pittsfield School Committee Updated on Middle Restructuring, Morningside Closure
Late last year, the former committee voted to restructure Pittsfield's two middle schools in the fall, with Grades 5 and 6 attending Herberg Middle School and Grades 7 and 8 attending Reid Middle School.
Pittsfield Announces a New Program to Help Fill Vacant Storefronts
These credits are offered to companies that choose to occupy commercial spaces that have been vacant for at least six to twelve months.
Ventfort Hall Offers Intro to Tarot Card
The workshop will take place Sunday, May 24, from 11 am to 2 pm.
Lenox Farmers Market Returns
The market will take place every Friday from May 22 through September 11, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, offering a vibrant weekly gathering of fresh, local goods and community connection.
Pittsfield Announces Community Bike Ride
This is a free event open to ages 5 and up.
Costs, Brownfields Deterring PEDA's Site 9 Prospectives
Site 9 in the William Stanley Business Park has been cleared for more uses — but small businesses can't afford the development and contamination could be scaring big ones off.
Lanesborough Board OKs Budget, Warrant Article Changes
The Select Board approved the fiscal 2027 draft budget and made slight changes in the warrant articles impending town vote.
Pittsfield Council OKs Privacy Measure, Sees Bridge Update
The City Council is taking steps to protect its own privacy, as well as public comment speakers' privacy.
Adams Starts Talks on Short-Term Rental Bylaw
There are many unknowns in developing short-term rental regulations, but one thing is clear: the Planning Board needs community input, especially from short-term rental operators.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife: Turtles Must be Left in the Wild
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says keeping native turtles as pets is prohibited because it can harm the turtle and pose threats to wild turtle populations.
Downtown Pittsfield Inc. Annual Meeting Honors Collaboration, Raser
Downtown Pittsfield Inc.'s annual Community Award recognized the collaborative efforts toward finding solutions to homelessness in the city.
Vermont's Catch-and-Release Bass Fishing is Underway
Spring brings plenty of quality bass fishing across the state
MCLA Graduates Told to Make the World Worthy of Them
The graduates of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' 127th commencement were sent off with the charge of "don't stop now" to make the world a better place.
Pittsfield Road Work and Construction Updates: May 18-22
It is important to note that the schedule for each project is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Pittsfield Saying 'Goodbye' to Morningside School With Celebration
The Pittsfield Public Schools will celebrate more than 50 years of Morningside's history as it approaches its last months in session.
Market 32, Price Chopper Customers Support United Way
Funds raised through round-up campaign will support local programs focused on education, financial stability, and basic needs
MassWildlife: Traveling wildlife need bed and breakfasts too
Just like humans, wildlife relies on places to stay and things to eat while traveling. Discover how our native wildlife benefits from strategic land conservation.
Adams Officials Seek Action on Decaying Harmony Street House
The town is re-initiating legal steps to address a neighborhood eyesore on Harmony Street.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Lakefront Living on Pontoosuc
Are you looking for a home with lakefront views? Then this is the home for you.
MassDOT: Daytime and Nighttime Construction Operations on I-90
Lane closures in place during various hours, Monday, May 18, through Friday, May 22
Pittsfield ConCom OKs Shrubbery at Pontoosuc Lake
The Conservation Commission OKed some new wetland restoration plantings at Pontoosuc Lake Park during its recent meeting.
Westside Legends 6th Annual Block Party
The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
Pittsfield Schools Hit by Canvas Data Breach
Data syncing between Canvas and PowerSchool software in the Pittsfield Public Schools was paused in response to a recent national data breach.
Wellness Day To Be Held at the North Adams American Legion
Sponsored by the Commission on Disabilities, it is free of charge and open to the public.
Pittsfield Nearing the End of $40M ARPA Program
In five years, the city has dispersed almost all of the $40.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds awarded to help recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cheshire Board OKs Draft Warrant, Compensates Town Clerk
The Board of Selectmen endorsed the warrant for the annual town meeting and voted to transfer funds to compensate the town clerk for election work.
School Budget, Environment, Recreation Highlight Williamstown Town Meeting
What goes on in that building the rest of the year could be a major topic of discussion at the Tuesday, May 19, gathering.
Barrington Stage Brings 'Driving Miss Daisy' to Williamstown
Barrington Stage Company will bring the Pulitzer Prize-winning "Driving Miss Daisy" to Williams College's'62 Center for Theatre and Dance for a two-week summer engagement, June 26 through July 5.
Weekend Outlook: Art Week, Farmers' Markets, Pancake Breakfasts
Saturday is the first outdoor markets for North Adams and Williamstown and others will be added as the month continues.
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