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North Adams Pride Returns to Downtown on June 12
This year's event will feature live entertainment, local vendors, food, and activities designed to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for attendees of all ages.
Berkshire Yoga Festival Returns to Jiminy Peak
Now entering its third year, the festival will feature 85+ presenters, 200+ sessions, live music, immersive wellness experiences, and a vibrant vendor village across indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the resort.
Pittsfield Council Reviews Public Safety Budget, Keeps SpotShotter
Councilors deliberated the Pittsfield Police Department's $16,439,421 spending plan for more than 90 minutes. Ward 1 Councilor Kenneth Warren unsuccessfully motioned to cut $220,000 for ShotSpotter services.
Drury High's School Class of 2026 Ready to Build the Future
The Drury High School class of 2026 was encouraged to run toward the future once its 42 members tossed their caps on Thursday.
Lee Middle and High School Announces Graduation Speakers
Isabella Hall and Nox Colello have been named the valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for Lee High School's class of 2026.
Weekend Outlook: Carnival & Free Fishing Weekend
Check out the events happening this weekend including free fishing this weekend courtesy of the state, First Fridays, carnival, and more.
BRPC Hosts Public Meetings For Future South County Bike-Pedestrian Routes
Resident input on the data and potential routes collected so far is an important step in the planning process.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Tax Incentive for St. Joe's Project
In 2017, the 120-year-old school ceased operations. After the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it sheltered people without homes before The Pearl, a 40-bed downtown shelter, was finished a few years ago.
Berkshire County Sees 3 Murders in One Month
There have been three murders in Berkshire County this month, as well as shots fired into a residential neighborhood in Pittsfield.
Northern Berkshire United Way: 1970s Has Its Ups and Downs
Over three decades, the Northern Berkshire United Community Services had raised some $3 million for its affiliated agencies.
Companion Corner: Maisy and Prince at Berkshire Humane Society
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
BRTA Looks to Another Year of Fare Free
Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Administrator Kathleen Lambert told the advisory board recently that she expects to receive $1.3 million in state funding to remain fare free.
Drury High Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian for Class of 2026
Valedictorian Brayden Michael Canales and salutatorian Carson Daniel Rylander will speak at graduation ceremonies on Thursday, June 4, at 6 p.m. at the high school.
Cheshire Gets Grants for Bridge and Culvert Repairs
The town has been awarded two grants to address the decaying condition of a bridge and a culvert on Lanesborough Road.
Carr Hardware's Patti Parker Named Top Woman in Hardware
Parker's journey with Carr Hardware began in 2013 as an associate in the Rental Department at the company's flagship Pittsfield location.
Pittsfield Council Adds Funding for Council Education in FY27 Budget
On the third day of budget hearings, the City Council passed all but its own budget, requesting that Mayor Peter Marchetti restore some funds to the education and training line.
Pittsfield Raises Flag at City Hall for Pride Month
This is Berkshire Pride's 10th anniversary, something that feels "a little bit surreal" for President Michael Taylor.
Sheffield Man Charged with Murdering Connecticut Man
Cole Bushnell of Sheffield is being charged with one count of murder.
Pittsfield City Council Accepts Airport Funds, Honors Late PHS Teacher
The City Council last Tuesday accepted a $2.4 million federal grant for a new taxiway at the Pittsfield Municipal Airport, a project that will only require 2.5 percent support from Pittsfield.
Pittsfield Road Work and Construction Updates: June 1- 5
The schedule for each project is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Public Memorial Planned for Jarvis Rockwell
A gathering to remember Jarvis Rockwell will be held on Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. at MCLA Gallery 51.
Hoosac Valley Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian for 2026
Valedictorian Anna Thurston and salutatorian Alexis Warner will speak at graduation ceremonies on Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. in the school gymnasium.
Berkshire County Student Awarded FedPoint Nursing Scholarship
Recipients each receive $5,000 each toward their nursing education
Greylock Federal's Shred Day Takes in 5 Tons of Paper
Residents brought boxes of personal documents to BUW's parking lot in Pittsfield where VitalShred securely disposed of the materials.
Pittsfield Council OKs Similar Water/Sewer Rate Increases
This increases scheduled accounts by about $6.50 per month and metered accounts by about $4.30 per month.
Affordable Housing Advocates Look to Ballot Initiatives, State Legislation
While the rising price of materials and services are also responsible for this, a significant factor is the expense and delays that are required to meet stringent requirements and regulations. This impacts projects ranging from large developments to renovations by individual homeowners.
New Mural Highlights Berkshires' Beauty in Downtown Pittsfield
The project is supported by MassDevelopment's Transformative Development Initiative Creative Catalyst Grant.
MCLA Awarded Funds For Early Education Center
These funds will allow MCLA to renovate its Church Street Center into a facility that provides a dedicated space for early education partners throughout North County.
Two Pittsfield Homes Struck by Gunfire on Memorial Drive
No injuries were reported.
BCC Renames Library 'The Ruth Edmonds Hill Library'
After conducting historical research into the namesake of the former Jonathan Edwards Library and collecting feedback from the College's internal and larger Berkshire community, BCC determined a name change was warranted.
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