Community
Community Hero: Larry Robert
The Community Hero of the Month is a 12-month series that honors individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their community. This year's sponsor is Window World of Western Massachusetts
Williamstown Board of Health Looks at Tenant Issues, Home Condemnation
The owner occupant of 92 Longview Terrace and her son attended the Monday morning hearing to ask that the board allow the family to address conditions at the home without taking the step of condemnation.
DCF Clears Two Pittsfield High Administrators
On Friday, School Committee Chair William Cameron confirmed that DCF’s 51A investigation of allegations of abuse or neglect made against PHS Dean of Students Molly West was unsupported.
Conte Community School Wins Safe Routes to School Bike Rack Grant
Now in its second year, the Bike Rack Grant helps schools acquire and install bike racks to encourage bicycling
Ranch Life 101 Summer Program Opens at Berkshire HorseWorks
The program, held on a private seven-acre ranch in Richmond, is designed for children ages 5-12.
Pittsfield to Overhaul Downtown Alleyway with State Funds
On Tuesday, the City Council accepted $1,370,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities' HousingWorks Infrastructure Program.
Williamstown Prudential Committee Learns Finalists for Fire Chief Position
24 applicants were vetted by the Personnel Committee, an ad hoc group charged with helping the district replace longtime Chief Craig Pedercini
Elizabeth Freeman Center Looks to Repair New Location
In mid-December, the domestic violence program and rape crisis center moved its main office from 43 Francis Ave. to 66 Allen St., the former 1Berkshire building.
Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and More
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more.
Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New Agents
Bishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis.
BCC Varsity Sports Program Set to Begin in the Fall
Head coaches hired for volleyball, baseball
St. Stans Teacher Honored With Excellence in Teaching Award
The award recognizes four teachers across Western Massachusetts.
North Adams Council Looks at Animal Commission, OKs Police Cruiser Deal
At Tuesday's meeting, Macksey told the council that state officials recommended that the city establish a commission, a proposal endorsed both by the local animal control officer and the interim police chief.
Dalton Town Manager Intends to Retire
Hutcheson said he decided to retire now because of the Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision.
Lee Residents Rally in Boston for Alternative Housatonic River Cleanup Plans
Lee Town Administrator Christopher Brittain hopes this will raise awareness of Housatonic River pollution in the eastern part of the state.
BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and Members
Smithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year.
Pittsfield Speller Advances to Regional Bee
The Region 4 Bee will be held virtually on March 8, 2025, at 9 a.m.
North Adams Airport Looking For New Manager
Goff, who has been the manager since 2022, did not say why he had resigned.
Pittsfield Board Mulls Short Term Rental Ordinance
n Tuesday, the board continued a vote on draft language to its March meeting.
Dalton Trucking Business Requests Changes to Special Permit
Nearly 100 people attended the meeting, both in person and on Zoom, with some expressing frustration over noise allegedly coming from the excavation and trucking company.
Watch out for tax scams
It's tax season again — which also means, unfortunately, that it's time for the annual array of scams aimed at taxpayers. Fortunately, by being alert, you can protect yourself from these attempts to defraud you.
U.S. Sen. Markey To Headline Rally in Pittsfield
There are no more seats available at the free event.
Pittsfield's WinterFest Celebrates Community
The event featured various activities, including a fire pit, sledding, s’more-making, a sled design contest and race, and more snowy activities.
Berkshire Nursing Families Trivia Fundraiser
The event will include trivia, raffles, and food in support of BNF's mission to provide feeding and parenting support for families in the region.
Non-Profit Funding Will Be Issue for Williamstown Finance Committee
Historically, town meeting voters have supported allocations to several different non-profits with allotments from the town’s free cash reserves.
TIF Proposed for Unistress Expansion
Mayor Peter Marchetti has proposed a ten-year tax increment financing agreement for Unistress Corporation's $4 million expansion, which is expected to create 50 new jobs.
Berkshire Concrete Ceases Work for Controversial Dig Site
At the advice of town counsel, all work has stopped, and Berkshire Concrete will be required to reapply for this permit under this parcel number.
W.E.B. Du Bois Center Appoints Interim Director
Lloyd has more than two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector. As interim director, he will oversee the center's strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and continue to advance the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois.
Pontoosuc Lake Park Improvements Starting Soon
Work on the south side bordering Hancock Road will kick off in March and run through the summer.
Dalton Opens Nominations for Annual Town Election
Residents interested in running for town office can pick up nomination papers at the Town Clerk's Office.
