Co-Op Bank Promotes Vice President, Senior Credit Officer

In this role, Lawler will continue to play a part in helping local businesses secure the financing they need to thrive, while also contributing to the growth and development of the Bank's commercial lending portfolio.

Additional Stearns Staffers on Leave Amid 'De-escalation' Allegations

Additional Stearns Elementary School staff members have been placed on leave amid allegations of using a bathroom to "de-escalate" students.

Pittsfield Preparing to Fix Potholes

Every winter potholes appear throughout the county because of the harsh weather and cold temperatures; they often are unable to be filled fast enough and roads to become damaged.

Mahaiwe Awarded Barr Foundation Cultural Evolution Grant

The Mahaiwe recently completed another program with the Barr Foundation, the six-year Barr-Klarmann Massachusetts Arts Initiative (BKMAI).

Clark Art Opening Lecture on Pastoral on Paper

The exhibition's curator and a student in the Williams College/Clark Graduate Program in the History of Art, Satloff introduces the concept of the pastoral landscape

Hopkins Memorial Forest to Host Maple Fest

Limited parking is expected; carpooling or cycling is recommended.

Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Petricca TIF

On Monday, the Finance subcommittee voted in favor of a 10-year tax increment financing agreement for Unistress Corp.'s $4 million expansion at 550 Cheshire Road, which is expected to create 50 new jobs.

Lanesborough Advancing Two Public Safety Building Options

A $7.3 million facility could hold police and emergency medical services under one roof and, for $6.5 million, the departments could have their own buildings.

Berkshire Lyric to Present 'Genius on Broadway' Concerts

Tickets are $25, with free admission for children.

Education Secretary Promotes FAFSA at Monument Mountain

Only half of the state's graduates completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid last year, and the Executive Office of Education wants to see that number grow.

North Adams Council to Take Up Sullivan School Sale

The City Council will be asked Tuesday to authorize the sale of Sullivan School to Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art Foundation for $50,000.

Senior Estate and Trust Attorney Joins Berkshire Law Group

Bryan earned his Juris Doctor as well as Master of Law in Taxation from Suffolk University Law School in Boston.

Bennington College Offering Late-Decision Applications

This new admissions round responds to the evolving needs of prospective students navigating their college search.

Berkshire Officials Back Bills to Protect Minors From Sexual Abuse

Local officials urge the passage of "long overdue" legislation to protect minors from sexual abuse by adults who are teachers, mentors, or other positions of trust.

Berkshire Green Drinks to Feature Presentation on Rare Butterfly Species

The event will be held online via Zoom and in person at Hot Plate Brewing Co. in Pittsfield, MA. The in-person gathering begins at 5:15 PM, with the presentation starting at 6:00 PM.

Callahan Named Finalist for North Adams Superintendent

The Superintendent Search Committee has put forward one candidate to lead the public schools: Assistant Superintendent Timothy Callahan.

Berkshire County in 'Significant Drought'

This designation underscores the persistent dry conditions affecting the area and necessitates heightened awareness and water conservation efforts.

24th Annual Berkshire Robotics Challenge

The event is free and open to the public. This year's Challenge, "SUBMERGED," features a field of 27 teams with more than 250 students from all over Berkshire County, using programmable robots to complete a variety of missions.

Cheshire Senior Center St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm, followed by the show at 6:30 pm.

Berkshire Village Owners Owes Cheshire Back Taxes

In addition to residents complaints about Berkshire Village's deteriorating condition, the mobile home park also owes the town roughly $21,000 in back taxes.

County's 'Super Six' Head to Final Four

If it seems like Berkshire County is well represented in the basketball state semi-finals, that is because it is.

Senator Markey Headlines Pittsfield Democratic Rally

Democratic leaders railed against the Republican administration on Sunday and urged residents to take action — but offered little on what their strategy is to oppose President Trump's agenda.

Letter: A Prescription for Survival: Solving Western Mass Physician Crisis

Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Col. Roger Landry

Dr. Roger Landry served his country from 1973 to 1995 in the Air Force with honor and distinction as a chief flight surgeon, and retiring as a colonel.

Gov, AG Issue Guidance on Equal Access to Education

Under the joint guidance, Massachusetts educational institutions should continue their work to foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility among their student bodies.