Community
No Resolution Yet in Williamstown Shooting
The Dec. 22 incident at 330 Cole Ave. led to a brief lockdown of the Williams College campus.
Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires Awarded $50K Barr Foundation Grant
This grant extends from Barr's Sector Effectiveness grantmaking, which aims to strengthen organizations dedicated to helping New England nonprofits thrive and sustainably achieve their missions.
Berkshire Schools Awarded Early College Program Grants
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that it is awarding $8 million in designated Early College grants to allow high school students to take college classes and earn college credit at no cost to them or their families
Elder Service Providers Push for More State Funding in Home Care
Elder Services of Berkshire County Inc. fears that state budget deficits for fiscal year 2025 will negatively impact home care.
Dalton Fire Chief Christian Tobin Terminated
The Board of Water Commissioners on Tuesday unanimously voted to terminate Fire Chief Christian Tobin just a year after hiring him.
Bus Organized to People's March
State Reps. Tricia Farley-Bouvier and Leigh Davis, state Sen. Paul Mark, and the Rural Freedom Network are organizing a motorcoach bus from the Berkshires to Washington, D.C., for the 2025 People's March.
North Adams Man Killed Working on Car
A local barber and musician was killed Sunday when he was pinned by a car he was working on.
Pittsfield to Decide Crosby/Conte Feasibility Study in October
City and school officials are expected to vote on a feasibility study for the Crosby Elementary School rebuild by Halloween.
Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative Vaccine Clinic
The clinic aims to provide COVID-19 vaccines for individuals who contracted the virus this past summer and were previously ineligible for vaccination, as well as for families and people who cannot attend weekday clinics.
State Fire Marshal Offers Cold Snap Heating Safety Tips
Heating Equipment is a Leading Cause of Fires, Carbon Monoxide
Williamstown Census Mailed to Residents
The census (Annual Street Listing) is a requirement per Massachusetts General Law, and it is important that all residents return them to the Town Clerk's office promptly.
Berkshire Organizations Celebrate Sucessess, New Locations in 2024
In 2024, Berkshire County organizations saw new locations and successes in their fields.
CBRSD to Reconvene Regional Agreement Panel
After an outcry of concern from residents in several small towns in the Central Berkshire Regional School District, the district will investigate how to adjust its proposed update of the regional agreement.
Five Local Firefighters Graduate From Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
Five local firefighters were among the 20 graduates of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy on Monday.
New Bedford Installing Sculpture of Melville Based on 'Moby-Dick'
New Bedford's installing a statue of Herman Melville based on his epic "Moby-Dick," the story of a whaling captain and his nemesis the white whale, inspired by Mount Greylock.
Stockbridge Grange to Host Community Dinner
The dinner is take-out only, with pickup available from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Stockbridge Grange Hall, located at 51 Church Street in Stockbridge.
BCC Receives Funding for ESOL Classes
1Berkshire to fund two cohorts, providing full tuition assistance
BRPC Mulls Upcoming ADU Regulations
County planners can see accessory dwelling units providing a "desperately needed" influx and diversity of housing in the Berkshires.
CBRSD District Improvement Plan Prioritizes Equitable Learning
The Central Berkshire Regional School District is focusing on equitable learning, social-emotional support, and family engagement in its district improvement plan.
Veteran Spotlight: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Bernard Auge
Dr. Bernard Auge served his country in the Navy from 1942 to 1946 as a petty officer, second class, but most importantly, in the capacity of Naval Intelligence.
Governor Signs Bill Expanding Access to Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Support
The legislation notably expands access to lifesaving opioid reversal medications like naloxone and ensures they are covered by health insurance.
Market 32 and Customers Raise Money for Children's Miracle Hospitals
Guests in all 130 stores were given the option of rounding up their change to the nearest dollar during October.
Lanesborough to Host a Winter Fest
The town hopes to gather community members with a winter festival in early February.
Great Barrington Promotes Police Captain
Carlotto, a member of the department since 2006, brings 18 years of service and leadership experience to his new role.
Massachusetts Ranked Second By League of American Bicyclists
The League's annual report, which ranks states, includes the categories of Infrastructure and Funding, Education and Encouragement, Legislation and Enforcement, Policies and Programs, and Evaluation and Planning.
Farley-Bouvier Hires New Legislative Aide for Pittsfield Office
Dyson graduated from Williams College in June 2024 where she majored in Environmental Studies.
Dalton Public Safety Advisory Committee Ranks Potential Properties
The Public Safety Advisory Committee has ranked four properties to consider during its feasibility study on locations for a new police station. Three have existing structures and one is a vacant lot.
BNRC Conserves 66 Acres Along Great Barrington's Blue Hill Road
Berkshire Natural Resources Council has conserved 66 acres of woodland on the western slope of Three Mile Hill, enhancing the region's natural beauty and bolstering climate resilience.
MassDOT Advisory: South County Construction Operations
Monday, Jan. 6, through Friday, Jan. 10 Lane closures will be in effect during daytime hours
