Community Hero: Reina Mercado-Antunez

Reina Mercado-Antunez is widely regarded by her peers as the glue that holds a community together.

MassDOT Reminds All Motorists Roadway Safety Is a Shared Responsibility

The announcement emphasizes the shared responsibility of roadway safety for all motorists. MassDOT urges vehicle drivers to exercise caution, particularly when changing lanes and making turns, by "looking twice" for motorcycles. Motorcycle operators are advised to wear visible clothing and adhere to speed limits.

North Adams Struggling to Redact Security Issues From School Records Request

The School Building Committee's update on Tuesday included that a public records request for the detailed design documents is requiring redaction and review, including by public safety.

The Mount Announces 2025 Summer Season Programming

Passes and tickets will go on sale in April 2025.

Mass Humanities Announces 2025 Funding Opportunities

Reading Frederick Douglass Together grants are currently open, with applications accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Berkshire Habitat ReStore Overwhelmed With Unwanted Donations

The Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity ReStore won't be taking any donations on Saturday — because it's already overloaded with items dumped on its property.

Pittsfield Ice Rink Effort Sees $125K Gift

Philanthropic support has boosted the city's plans to revive long-cherished days of outdoor ice skating.

MassDOT: Becket Bridge Work on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound

Lane closures from Wednesday, March 26, through Friday, March 28, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Superior Court Briefs: March 21

Residents Still Having Issues with Sand from Berkshire Concrete

Town officials say they are taking residents' concerns seriously regarding the dust and particulates coating bordering neighborhoods from Berkshire Concrete's unauthorized dig site, which is allegedly causing health issues.

Letter: fire station damage

Wind damage to new fire station construction reported about five days late? Hello?

Letter: Black History Month Deserves to Be Celebrated Every Day

I believe that no matter who you are, where you are, and what you believe in, we the people have an obligation to celebrate the beauty of the people and cultures around us.

North Adams Announces Downtown Crosswalk Art Project

The project involves the selection of four artists to create artwork for eight downtown crosswalks.

Hoosac Valley High School Presents 'Freaky Friday' Musical

Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $8 for students.

Red Tee Tournament Brings Together Women in Support of Girls and Women

3rd annual event to support Berkshire Medical Center Breast Imaging Services and Berkshire United Way

Triplex Cinema Hires Amy Handelsman as Executive Director

Handelsman has assumed her new position and will oversee all aspects of Triplex operations.

North Adams School Committee Votes to Promote Callahan as Superintendent

The School Committee on Thursday unanimously selected Timothy Callahan to lead the North Adams Public Schools.

Pittsfield Board Advances Short-Term Rental Ordinance

Proposed draft language was continued last month and a working group then ironed out the details. Changes were made to cap occupancies and allow the local contact to live in wider Berkshire County.

Bianchi/Barbarotta Foundation Supports Youth Sports

Subsequent to the event, the foundation allocated $11,000 to youth sports, with each of the 11 basketball organizations receiving $1,000.

Co-op Bank Promotes Senior Vice President

In her new elevated role, she will lead all aspects of the Bank's human resources strategy, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, professional development, and organizational culture.

Weekend Outlook: Thunderfest Returns

The annual outdoor festival celebrating the historic Thunderbolt Trail and Race returns bringing live music, food from local vendors, local craft, retail, and recreational vendors, a campfire and marshmallows, local craft beer and wine, and more.

Clarksburg Election Deadline Approaching

Town Clerk Marilyn Gomeau is reminding citizens that the deadline to return nomination papers with 25 signatures is Monday, March 24, at noon.

Wind Damage Likely Will Not Delay Williamstown Fire Station Project

Recent wind damage at the new fire station's construction site will not cost the taxpayers any money and likely will not impact the project's timeline.

Southern Berkshire County Resource Guide Released

The Southern Berkshire County Resource Guide is designed to connect individuals and families with essential services.

Greylock Federal to participate in Lift Up Homeownership Program

Through Lift Up Homeownership, people of color earning up to 120 percent of the area median income are eligible to receive up to $50,000 in down-payment closing-cost assistance on a first-come, first-served basis to purchase their first home in New England.