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Fire at Vacant Adams Mill Under Investigation
Approximately 22 agencies and 100 responders assisted at the scene after a second alarm was requested.
Hancock Shaker Village Announces Plans for New Visitor Center & Center for Shaker Studies
This project follows several years of strategic planning, design work, and fundraising efforts.
Berkshire United Way Recognizes Exemplary Volunteers
Berkshire United Way raised a craft soda on Wednesday to two community members who embody volunteerism.
Select Board Conditionally OKs May Carnival at Berkshire Mall
The department saw an "exponential" increase in the need for services at the event as its attendance continues to rise. In 2024, there were 20 transports to the hospital over the two weeks, not counting refusals or minor injuries.
Greylock Federal Promotes Vice President, Business Banking Officer II
Barry began his career with Greylock as a commercial credit analyst in 2006.
Neal Touts Federal Aid to Support Renovation of Symbol of Democracy
A longtime Democratic member of Congress on Thursday lauded the democratic ideals embodied in a local landmark.
CBRSD Aims to Improve Town Meeting Attendance
As town meeting season approaches, the Central Berkshire Regional School District aims to lower a barrier to residential participation caused by the lack of child care.
Neal: Dems Need to 'Fracture' Republicans, Challenge Trump Actions in Court
Neal, an 18-term member of Congress and ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, said the best course of action for his party on Capitol Hill is to splinter the GOP's 220-213 majority.
MassDOT to Host Safe Driving Workshop in Lenox
The workshop will cover topics related to safe driving.
Pittsfield Health Board Wants Feedback on Tobacco Ban
The Board of Health will hear from the community before adding Nicotine-Free Generation guidelines into the tobacco ordinance.
North Adams Planners OK 'Model' Cabin; Support Outdoor Cannabis
Tourists had pivoted to a cabin production facility in the Blackinton Mill when financing to transform it into a hotel fell through. The Planning Board approved permitting for the venture in January and the development of the "working" model on Monday.
Lee Celebrates Kickoff of New Public Safety Building with Demo
Town officials celebrated the start of a new public safety building on Tuesday by demolishing the Airoldi building and former Department of Public Works building.
Dalton Finance Approves Amended Police Budget
The amended budget of $1,664,924 is $14,564 less than what was originally requested. This is still an increase of $129,668 increase from this year.
Pittsfield Man Charged in Woodlawn Avenue Stabbing
A city man was arrested and charged for a Wednesday morning stabbing that seriously injured another man.
SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement
Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.
Clarksburg School Officials Mull Deep Budget Cuts
The school budget would have to be sliced by up to $150,000 to bring the fiscal 2026 budget down to a 2 percent increase.
Federal Cuts Include North Adams Culvert Project
The Trump administration's cut $90 million in disaster prevention aid for the state including a culvert project on Galvin Road.
Poetry Event to Celebrate Earth Day and the Hoosic River Watershed
Poets and individuals interested in poetry of all ages are invited to participate in this Earth Day celebration.
Structure Fire in Adams Closes Schools, Calls in Mutual Aid
At least eight fire companies responded to a Wednesday morning a structure fire in the old MacDermid Graphics building.
Mount Greylock School Committee Affirms Protection for All Students, Staff
The Mount Greylock School Committee last week unanimously approved a policy that affirms the district's support for all students and employees without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity.
Adams Fire Station in 'Catastrophic' Condition; District Seeks Appointed Posts
The deteriorating conditions of the 65-year-old firehouse on Columbia Street was presented during an information session Tuesday night that included discussion of organizational changes in the upcoming election.
PFAS Issue Splits Williamstown Select Board on Sewer Rate
About 20 residents and the majority of the Select Board on Monday sent a message to the Hoosac Water Quality District: importing sludge and converting it to compost is a bad deal and unethical.
Pittsfield Council Tables DCF Background Check Ordinance
The City Council decided that a policy to require clearance from the Department of Children and Families for city employees needs more time.
Adams Free Library to Offer Early Childhood Sensory Program
The program will be presented by Emilee Reynolds, an Early Childhood Educator and owner of Miss Emillee ECE, who has over 15 years of experience in the field throughout Berkshire County.
Ten Arrested in Berkshire County Child Exploitation Sting
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, the operation involved law enforcement officers posing as 14 and 15-year-old girls on various online platforms
Earth Day Walk and Discussion Planned Along the Hoosic River
The event is organized in recognition of Earth Day.
PHS Principal Stepping Down at School Year's End
Pittsfield High School Principal Maggie Harrington-Esko will step down at the end of the year after nearly 20 years in the building.
MCLA Announces 2025 Commencement Speaker, Honorees
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Award-winning author and Rice University professor Kiese Laymon will be the speaker at the 126th commencement exercises at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.
Community Invited to Participate in Burbank Park Clean-Up
Burbank Park, situated along the shore of Onota Lake, has experienced issues with illegal dumping and litter. The purpose of the clean-up is to remove trash from designated areas within the park to restore its condition and protect local wildlife.
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to Support Families Affected by North Adams Fire
The event will benefit the LaCosse and Cantoni families, who experienced total loss in a recent house fire in North Adams.
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