Community
Questions Needed for Dalton Select Board Candidate Forum
During the event, Pittsfield Bureau Chief Brittany Polito will ask the four Select Board candidates questions curated from voter submissions.
Pittsfield's Homeless Advisory Committee Hosting Housing Resource Fair
The fair will offer a variety of resources and assistance to those in the community who are seeking help with accessing stable and secure housing.
Wildlife Biologist to Speak at January Berkshire Green Drinks Event
The in-person gathering begins at 5:00 PM, with the presentation and Zoom session starting at 6:00 PM.
Pittsfield School Committee Chair Details PHS Investigation
A second investigation by a different firm will target the district's internal processes.
Williamstown Business Focuses on Connection Through Storytelling
The engineer turned communications specialist recently struck out on his own to found Connect Convivo, which offers public speaking programs.
MassDOT Advisory: West Stockbridge Shoulder Closure
All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.
Public Comments Sought on Human Service Needs in Pittsfield
Public comments will be accepted now through 4:00 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025.
2024 Year in Review: North Adams' Year of New Life to Old Institutions
North Adams Regional Hospital reopened 10 years to the day it closed in 2014.
House and Senate Kick Off 194th Session
The start of 2025 ushered new state House and Senate terms, with members sworn in at the State House on Wednesday.
Central Berkshire Habitat Honors President Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter never visited Berkshire County but the impact of his post-presidential efforts can be seen every day here.
Stamford Man Facing Arson Charge
A local man is facing arson and fraud charges related to a fire at his Mill Road home last week.
Are your protection plans in place?
Have you ever thought about how much you have to protect? Between your family, your finances, your independence and your legacy, it can be quite a lot — and that’s why it's important to have the right protection plan in place.
Pittsfield School Committee OKs Firm for PHS Staff Investigation
Officials approved a third-party investigation on alleged staff misconduct at Pittsfield High School that's expected to wrap up by March.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Recycling, Waste Reduction Grants
Berkshire County communities were awarded just over $100,000.
Updates to the Massachusetts Endangered Species List
Following this update, there are now 453 native animals and plants listed under MESA.
Community Hero of the Month: Remedy Hall Co-Founder Andi Bryant
Bryant co-founded Remedy Hall in 2023 to lessen the financial burden of community members in need by providing essential items that people may be lacking, including hygiene items, cleaning supplies, clothing, bedding, furniture, and other necessities.
Public Meeting to Review Woods Pond Remediation Plans
GE will be presenting its remedial design for Reach 6 followed by a question-and-answer period.
Tucker Associates Joins William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Through its alignment with William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty, Tucker Associates now has access to a global network, advanced marketing tools, and an extensive referral system.
Truck Falls Through Ice on Pontoosuc Lake, City Issues Warning
The Pittsfield Fire Department is urging the public to stay off the ice on all bodies of water.
BArT Enrollment Information Session
Families interested in enrolling at BArT are invited to attend.
Dalton Planning Board Works to Update ADU Bylaw
During a meeting last month, the board decided to focus on updating the bylaw to comply with state law before presenting the idea of including mobile/movable tiny houses.
2024 Year in Review: Pittsfield Projects Unfold But Year Ends on Sour Note
The city started off 2024 with a new administration, had a visit from the vice president midway and ended the year with Pittsfield High School embroiled in scandal.
iBerkshires' Top 10 Most-Viewed Stories for 2024
Thousands of articles have been posted on iBerkshires over the last year and some drew more eyeballs than others.
New Year's Eve Celebrations
Enter into the new year by participating in several events marking the beginning of 2025, including live music, skiing, fireworks, and numerous parties.
2024 Year in Review: Adams' Greylock Glen Vision Coming to Fruition
This was the year when Adams may have finally captured its white whale.
Create an Ad: Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
Williamstown Elementary School third-grade students in Cassie Crosier's class participated in our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.
Pittsfield Homeless Advisory Committee Hosting Housing Resource Fair
The fair will offer a variety of resources and assistance to those in the community who are seeking help with accessing stable and secure housing.
Counting Birds Now a Christmas Tradition
The annual Christmas Bird Count has become a tradition for many over the last 125 years while providing valuable environmental insights for researchers, conservation biologists, wildlife agencies, and others.
Pittsfield Christmas Tree Pickup Schedule
Casella will be picking up Christmas trees during the month of January.
