Dewey Hall Dahlia Festival

The workshop room will feature workshops in floral arranging with dahlias, creating biodegradable flower crowns, and overwintering dahlia tubers.

Dalton Police Station Panel Asks for Study

The Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee agrees that the current police facility, located in the basement of the Town Hall, is inadequate.

AT&T Seeks Permanent Cell Tower at Transfer Station

The Zoning Board of Appeals supported variances and a special permit to facilitate a permanent wireless monopole facility at 500 Hubbard Ave., where Casella Waste Systems operates a transfer station.

SVMC Celebrates Opening of New $31M Emergency Department

There was one theme that stood out on Thursday as the ribbon was cut on Southwestern Vermont Medical Center's new $31 million Emergency Department: Community.

Weekend Outlook: Garlic Festival, Fair, and More

Pickleball Tournament to Benifit Berkshire Bounty

Registration will close on Sept. 1, 2024

Clark Art Hosts Book Launch With Artist

This free event takes place in the Hunter Studio, located in the Lunder Center at Stone Hill.

Pittsfield Announces Public Flu, COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

As the season for flu and COVID-19 is underway, it is time for residents to get vaccinated.

Berkshire Organizations Awarded Tourism Grants

9 Organizations in Berkshire County were awarded grants.

Former NFL Player Shares Message on Overcoming Adversity

Keith Willis was an all-America high school football player and multi-sport star in Virginia who went on to stand out at Virginia Tech before playing in the NFL from 2004 to 2008.

Overtime, Wages Caused $165K Deficit in Dalton Fire District

An audit of the Fire District's expenses has found a $165,000 deficit caused by mainly by overtime for firefighters and emergency medical technicians.

Pittsfield Housing Trust Has End of Year ARPA Deadline

The Affordable Housing Trust has four months to commit a half-million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funds.

School Officials Review Brayton Issues in School Project Info Session

But officials say Brayton's bright and clean exterior hides infrastructure issues that will take millions to fix.

CBRSD Says Improved Reporting System Explains Increase in Student Offenses

Bullying allegations reported have increased, but that is likely due to Central Berkshire Regional School District's improved reporting system, the administration says.

Literacy Network Welcomes New Board Members

Sandra Rodriguez Aponte and Jane Lehman join the Board of Directors at The Literacy Network

SVMC: Wellness Connection Aug. 23

Pittsfield City Hall Parking Unavailable Due to Construction

Residents and visitors are asked to park on Fenn Street, Federal Street or in the First Street parking lot from now through Friday if they need to visit City Hall.

South County Road Work

Lane closures will be in place during the construction operations, and traffic will be able to travel through the work zones. All work will conclude by 5:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30.

Clark Art Presents Djs at Sunset: LDER

Free. Bring a picnic and a blanket.

A Rare Bird: Koperniak Stands Out in Triple-A

A writer covering Matt Koperniak's minor league baseball team takes a closer look as Major League Baseball gets ready to expand teams' rosters.

Brayton Elementary Classrooms Treated for Mold, Mildew

Brayton Elementary School has been dealing with mold and mildew in more than one classroom.

Williamstown Housing Trust Faces Decision on Family Selection Process for New Development

The board of the Affordable Housing Trust may face a decision about whether it's more important to follow the practice of its non-profit partner or the dictates of a state housing program.

Hoosac Valley School Officials Set Date, Place for District Budget Vote

The committee voted unanimously Monday set a district vote on the fiscal 2025 budget and resolved its continuing support for the spending plan.

Cheshire Officials Looking for Clarity on Chicken Issues

The Selectmen are pushing the Planning Board to review the zoning ordinance regarding poultry.

Letter: Leigh Davis Is the Right Candidate

But making a decision and taking a stand are what I want in a candidate, in a leader. And those qualities in Leigh are why Leigh is the right choice in this election.