 New Law Prohibits Sale of Invasive Pond Slider TurtlesUnder Vermont's newly-passed Act 47 of 2025 the sale of pond slider turtles, which includes the popular red-eared slider, is subject to new restrictions starting July 1, 2025. Foundations and Futures Homeownership CelebrationThe event, taking place Saturday, July 19 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Durant Park, 30 John Street, Pittsfield, will honor the journeys of local Habitat homeowners and open a conversation about what comes next for our neighborhoods.  First Congregational Church North Adams Calls New PastorThe Rev. Suzy Aja Burba, who was called to pastor by First Congregational Church in May, feels at home in both the city and the church.  Pittsfield 10s, 11s Stay Alive in Little League TournamentsBoth Pittsfield Little League teams in action in sectional play on Saturday won to stay alive in their respective age groups.  Greylock Thunder Rolls at Home TournamentThe Greylock Thunder dominated, and Dalton picked up a win on Saturday at the second annual Summer Storm Tournament on the Francis Millard Softball Fields. Post 125 Juniors Split Legion Baseball Double-HeaderThe North Adams Post 125 Juniors split an American Legion Baseball double-header at Belchertown by matching 9-8 scores.  Force 14U Team Wins Three in Connecticut TournamentThe Berkshire Force 14-and-under travel softball team went 3-0 in three tight games at the Enfield Invitational on Saturday.  Pittsfield Native Opens Accounting BusinessKevin Garcia recently started his own accounting firm and is accepting new clients. 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan for MassachusettsMassWildlife is finalizing a 2025–2035 revision to the SWAP. Join an information session on July 17 to learn about the update and how to submit public comment.  Doris Duke Theatre Officially Opens with Ribbon CuttingThe party was held Sunday but it was Wednesday night's ribbon cutting that officially opened the Doris Duke Theatre at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival. MassWildlife: Report fish killsCall the Massachusetts Environmental Police 1 (800) 632-8075 to report a fish kill. The vast majority of summer fish kills reported are natural events.  Bianchi-Barbarotta Foundation Bestows Annual HonorsThe Bianchi-Barbarotta Foundation Friday recognized nine winners of the organization’s annual awards for contributions to sports in Berkshire County. Berkshire Family YMCA Annual Golf Tournament FundraiserSponsorship opportunities and team registrations open through August 5 Pittsfield Little League 11-Year-Olds Survive and AdvanceThe Pittsfield Little League 11-year-old All-Stars Friday advanced to the Section 1 Tournament loser’s bracket final with a 7-0 win at Southampton.  Ceremony Honors Sacrifice at Vietnam Traveling Memorial WallWoody Vaspra was one of several Vietnam veterans who talked about that sacrifice and the war's impact on countless family members back home who lost their loved ones in the war. Westfield 16-Year-Old Babe Ruth Team Edges Southern BerkshireJackson Barnes drove in a run in the bottom of the seventh to break a 4-4 tie and send the Westfield 16-year-old Babe Ruth Baseball team a 5-4 win over Southern Berkshire in the Western Massachusetts Tournament on Friday night.  Pittsfield Little League 10-Year-Olds Survive in SectionalLuca Bassi struck out four and allowed four hits in four innings Friday to lead the Pittsfield Little League 10-year-old All-Stars to an 11-1 win over Longmeadow in an elimination game in the Section 1 Tournament at Deming Park. Greylock Thunder Opens Home Tourney with WinAvery Lane and Gianna Witek each homered Friday as the Greylock Thunder 14U travel softball team opened its second annual Summer Storm Tournament with a 14-6 win over Dalton on Francis Millard Field. South Berkshire Babe Ruth 14s Fall to WestfieldJaylen Dean and Ryan Aldrich combined on a one-hitter Friday as the Westfield Babe Ruth 14-year-old All-Stars defeated South Berkshire, 6-0, in the Western Massachusetts Tournament. Post 125 Juniors Win at West SpringfieldOwen KoaMaya went 2-for-2 and scored twice Friday to lead the North Adams Post 125 Juniors to a 13-5 American Legion Baseball win over West Springfield. MassDOT: South County Overnight and Daytime Construction on I-90Lane closures in place during various hours week of Sunday, July 13  HVA Selects Next Executive DirectorHe succeeds Lynn Werner, who retired on July 1, 2025, after 42 years with the organization and 30 years as its Executive Director.  Jake's Java Celebrates One YearDuring its anniversary in June, Jake's Java dedicated a bench painted by a local artist to Marine Capt. Ross Reynolds, a Leominster native. BCC Names Spring Dean's List StudentsTo be eligible for the dean's list, students must achieve a GPA of 3.750 to 4.000 to earn high honors, while students with a GPA of 3.250 to 3.749 earn an honors designation.  Playwriting Reception and Reading at ArrowheadThe free event is being held at Arrowhead July 18 at 7 pm |
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