Adams Beautification Group Marking Five Years of Service

Wilk-Chaffee joined two of her fellow Beautification Group members in an appearance before the Selectmen to update the elected officials on the non-profit's activities around town and explain its role in town.

'Legend of Georgia McBride': Lots of Sass, Sequins and Hardly a Drag

This jukebox musical, now playing at the Colonial Theatre through Aug. 16, is more than a drag show.

EPA, GE Conducting Vernal Pool Study on Housatonic River

A pilot study will determine the best way to remediate PCBs from vernal pools in the Housatonic River.

Pittsfield Hasn't Seen West Nile Mosquitoes in Weeks

On Wednesday, the Board of Health heard an update from Chris Horton, superintendent of the Berkshire County Mosquito Control Project.

Cheshire Speed Limits Reduced, Code of Conduct Mulled

North Adams Becomes a Purple Heart Community

Site 9 has Another Interested Buyer

Coakley said they have received a purchase and sale agreement but before signing, there have to be assurances that the company has the financial requirements to construct the building.

BRTA Sees Highest Ridership to Date

The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority has recorded its highest ridership in the history of the authority.

A Life in Motion: RSVP Volunteer Gertrude Willey Turns 100

On July 6, Gertrude Willey celebrated her 100th birthday, but after more than three decades of volunteering in her community, she says staying active is the secret to her longevity.

Pittsfield Council Preview: DEI Office Rename, Playground Grants, and City Audit

On Tuesday, the City Council will see a request to rename the DEI office, $80,000 in grants for Williams Elementary School's playground renovation, and a proposal for the city audit.

Berkshire County to Elect DA, Governor, More in Primary Election

Pittsfield and beyond will elect a Massachusetts governor, attorney general, district attorney for Berkshire County, and other positions in the 2026 state election.

North Adams Animal Control Commission Holds First Meeting

The new commission will oversee local animal control cases and hear public appeals. Prior, a single hearings officer made animal-related decisions.

Historic Mausert Block Enters New Era After Years of Vacancy

The overhaul of 21 Park St, is complete, with all 10 two-bedroom apartments nearly rented. There are also three units on the second floor available for rent that will be move-in ready in September.

Veteran Spotlight: Army Lt. Col. Joseph Martellaro

Joseph Martellaro served his country for a total of 34 years in the Army, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.

Pittsfield Now Has 3 Splash Pads

A splash pad is now running at Durant Park, and a mini-pitch soccer field will be installed at Crane Park this fall.

Pittsfield Conducting Housing Production Plan with BRPC

A housing production plan helps create a pathway for municipalities to build housing through specific goals while contributing public input and a survey of community needs.

Karen Allen on Harrison Ford, John Belushi, Steven Spielberg and Williamstown

This season, Allen returned to the Berkshire Theatre Group's Unicorn Theatre in Abi Morgan's "LoveSong," a play about how love changes people over time.

Williamstown Child Dies in Collision with Motor Vehicle

The Berkshire District Attorney's Office announced the fatal accident on Saturday morning.

Leigh Davis Visits Dalton Food Pantry

On Tuesday, the Loaves and Fishes food pantry was gearing up for their weekly food distribution at the Dalton United Methodist Church. This week, they had a special visitor.

Friday Front Porch: A Private Escape with Exceptional Views

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 1341 Green River Rd.

@theMarket: Payrolls down on Main Street, markets up on Wall Street

The U.S. economy shed 23,000 jobs in July. The forecasts were for a gain of 80,000. Some workers appeared despondent while investors were ebullient as the weaker data signaled less reason for the Fed to hike interest rates.

Adams Select Board Discusses Steps for Appointing Police Chief

On Wednesday, the select board approved a framework for a candidate screening committee and heard a potential timeline for making a decision to appoint the next leader of the 18-officer department.

Pittsfield ConCom OKs Stairs at Pontoosuc Lake

There will be two stair sets on the south shoreline, and additional bank stabilization.

Berkshire South Sees $1M Earmark for Expansion

On Thursday, Congressman Richard Neal sat with Executive Director Jenise Lucey, board members, and other staff at the center to see how those dollars will help expand childcare, among other areas.

The Retired Investor: El Niño Flashing Red Light for the World

As if food prices aren't high enough, climate scientists around the world are concluding that the October-December El Niño period this year could see numerous droughts, floods, and other climate catastrophes.