Community
Hoosac Valley School Committee Approves $23M Budget for Fiscal 2026
The spending plan is up $654,917, or 2.9 percent, over this year. Out-of-district special education tuitions and a 16 percent hike in health insurance are major drivers of the increase.
State Opens Applications for Massachusetts' First Poet Laureate
Apply to be the First Poet Laureate online.
BRTA Extending Free Rides to Non-ADA Communities
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority is extending fare-free rides to non-ADA communities.
Eagles Community Band Hosting a Free Stage Band Concert
The Eagles Community Band's stage band is bringing a concert to the community on Saturday, April 5, at 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church on Fenn Street.
Fundraiser For Local Family Awaiting Heart Transplant
AJ is currently at Boston Children's Hospital undergoing treatment for end-stage dilated cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition that had only recently shown symptoms. AJ is now awaiting a heart transplant.
Annual Berkshire Charity Hockey Draft Tournament
This event will bring together hockey enthusiasts and local community members to raise funds for No Paws Left Behind, a local animal shelter dedicated to rescuing and caring for animals in need.
Transgender Athlete Issue Hits Home for County Residents
Mount Greylock graduate Noah Greenfield said participation in team sports continued to provide the benefits it offers tens of millions of kids across the country.
BCC Celebrates This Year's 40 Under Forty Recipients
More than 300 community members attended the 40 Under Forty Awards celebration on Thursday, recognizing individuals who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those in the Berkshires.
Lenox Village Construction Project Resumes
Crews will be working on sidewalks along Franklin Street, Church Street, Housatonic Street, and Walker Street.
Pittsfield Partners With BMC for Generator Grant
The city has partnered with Berkshire Medical Center on a hazard mitigation grant for backup power sources.
Williamstown Fire District Looks at Potential Budget Hike
The Prudential Committee on Wednesday took a first look at a draft fiscal year 2026 budget that would increase the operating budget by 27 percent from the year that ends on June 30.
Market 32 Red Kettle Campaign Raises Money for Salvation Army
Bell ringers were stationed at store locations across New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
Greylock Federal Offers Assistance to Homebuyers Through FHLBank Boston
Both programs help income-eligible homebuyers who are purchasing one- to four-family homes that will serve as their primary residence.
Cello in Lenox Wants Customers to Find Hospitality, Fun
Kim and Ryan want to make sure Cello is a place of hospitality and fun. They enjoy getting close to the customers and hope it's a destination they want to come back to.
Believers, Skeptics Hear Tales of Elusive Bigfoot
The Vogel brothers, Eric and Tim, presented and answered questions about their almost 20 years of experience and investigations into bigfoot, or sasquatch, a hairy folklore creature said to inhabit dense forested areas.
Adams Community Bank Hires New SVP Loan Operations
In this role, Barbieri will oversee the Bank's loan operations, ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of loan processes, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance customer service and operational excellence.
MassDOT Advisory: South County Construction Operations
Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound
Pittsfield to Study Speeding on Lenox Avenue
The city wants to ensure that upcoming construction doesn't turn Lenox Avenue into a bypass.
WMMGA to Host Gardening Half Day in Lenox
Registration can be completed at wmmga.org. Class size is limited.
Dalton Considers External Firm for Town Manager Search
Hutcheson said during the March 17 meeting that the town should consider hiring an interim town manager until a permanent one can be hired because using a firm would take longer.
Fairview Hospital Recognized as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
Chartis' annual Top 100 award program honors outstanding performance among the nation's rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX.
Drury High School Honor Roll
Drury High School second quarter honor roll.
Williamstown Asked to Ban Smoking in Apartments, Condos
The Board of Health on Monday learned that town meeting will be asked to outlaw smoking in most multi-family housing.
Berkshire Athenaeum Seed Library Open for the Season
The Berkshire Athenaeum hosted a ribbon cutting for the seasonal opening of its seed library on Saturday.
Golden Bamboo Opening in North Adams
The couple has operated three restaurants in the plaza, including the China Buffet and, separately, the Sushi House. Those were consolidated in 2017 for Meng's Pan-Asian.
BFAIR Promotes Katrina Cardillo to Senior Director
Cardillo's background includes experience in marketing, management, and community engagement.
Pittsfield High Investigation Extended One Month
The school district-initiated investigation into alleged misconduct of Pittsfield High School staffers will conclude by the end of April, one month later than expected.
Neal Congressional Aide Wants to Hear Constituents
Chris Cozzaglio of U.S. Rep. Richard Neal's office says he's there to help constituents in the First Mass but also wants to hear from individuals and communities of how federal actions are affecting them.
Weekend Outlook: Enjoy Art & Music This Weekend
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including fundraisers, live music, and more.
Lee Restaurant Week
Restaurants will be offering specials during the week, such as $35, 3-course meals.
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