North Adams Property Owners to See Tax Rates Fall, Bills Rise

The City Council on Tuesday voted to maintain the split tax shift, resulting in a drop in the residential and commercial tax rates. However, higher property values also mean a $222 higher tax bill.

BRPC Releases Draft Safe Travel and Equity Plan for Streets

With the help of federal and state funds, the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is trying to make streets safe and equitable for all modes of transportation.

'Billy Budd' to Screen at the Beacon

The film will be introduced by Arrowhead docent Richard Matturro.

Pittsfield Seeks Proposals for Human Services Funding

Funding is for the program year beginning July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

North Adams Hosting Route 2 Overpass Study Walks

The city of North Adams is hosting three community walks this week to solicit input on a study of the 60-year-old Central Artery project.

Berkshire Waldorf School Annual Holiday Handcraft Fair

Admission and parking are free. The event is rain or shine.

Clark Art Reflections Gallery Talk

Advanced registration is required for the free event.

Environmental Lecture at MCLA

The lecture will be preceded by a 6 p.m. reception celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Center for Resourceful Living, a program started by Professor Vadnais.

Senator Mark's November Staff Office Hours

Appointments are not required.

Clark Art Hosts Talk By Author

A book signing follows the talk

New Moon Lodge Holds Veterans Dinner and Resource Fair

More than 200 area veterans and their families were connected to a host of resources available to them on Saturday and had dinner, too.

Dalton Open Space Committee Seeks Members

The seven-member committee has three vacancies and more members would allow it to be more efficient in managing the Pines as well as strengthen its efforts.

Clarksburg Committee Seeking Input on Town Field Plans

Residents are being encouraged to weigh in on the final design for the PFC Peter A. Cook Veterans Memorial Field.

Adams Free Library: Mysterious Massachusetts

This program is geared for teens and adults age 13+, no registration required.

Letter: Stop the Notch Reservoir logging project

Spending time in nature has great benefits to the emotional well-being of people, and it would be a shame to take that from our fellow North Adams residents.

Local Veterans' Public Service, Civic Commitment Praised on Veterans Day

Reaching out to young people and sharing stories of sacrifice is a point of emphasis for the Williamstown American Legion post.

Pittsfield Firefighters Battle Structure Fire, Brushfire

Both scenes were under control within 60-90 minutes. At this time there are no reported injuries.

Ghost Tours At Ventfort Hall

The tour will take place on Friday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 pm. This is not an active investigation.

SVMC Wellness Connection: Nov. 8

MCLA's Greylock LEAD Academy Completes Second Successful Year

In 2023, Greylock pledged $100,000 to reimagine the College's LEAD Academy, allowing the program to grow from around 30 MCLA students each year to encompass each fall's new student cohort.

2nd Street Clinic on How to Seal, Expunge Criminal Record

The clinic will be held at the 2nd Street offices, located at 264 Second Street. Private consultations will be available.

Truffles By Tarah Pop-Up Opens in Pittsfield

On Friday, the ribbon was cut for Truffles by Tarah at 48 North St. Offerings range from classic favorites such as dark chocolate to lavender lemonade.

Public Safety Facility Panel Narrowing Potential Sites

The Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee is working to narrow down the four property selections it will include in its feasibility study.

Ioka Valley Farm Win Maple Syrup Competition

Ioka Valley Farm won first and third place for different maple products.

Market 32 Honors Veterans With Discount

All veterans and retired, active-duty, reserve and National Guard military personnel and immediate family members are welcome to the discount with proof of service and AdvantEdge Card.