 Trump Administration Hold on Education Funds Threatens ProgramsAn after-school program that enhances students' school day learning is at risk due to actions of the Trump administration.  Pittsfield Marks 35 Years of the ADA ActPittsfield marked the Americans with Disabilities Act's 35th anniversary with a flag raising and a look at accessibility conditions downtown. Force 14U Softball Team Splits in Nutmeg StateThe Berkshire Force 14-and-under travel softball team Sunday went 1-1 at the Enfield Invitational.  Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14s Win Western Mass TitleKevin Smith Sunday struck out nine in 5 and two-thirds innings on the mound and went 3-for-4 with an RBI at the plate to lead the Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14-year-old All-Stars to a 5-1 win over Westfield and a Western Massachusetts Championship.  SteepleCats Prevail in Pitchers DuelJ.T. Thompson hit a leadoff single and scored on Alex Mendes' RBI single in the eighth inning to break a scoreless tie. Pittsfield Little League 11-Year-Olds Eliminated by HoldenSamuel Davidson struck out nine in 4 and two-thirds innings Sunday to lead the Holden Little League 11-year-old All-Stars to a 7-5 win over Pittsfield and a Section 1 Championship.  Taconic's Walker Receives Scholarship from Basketball ProgramThe Berkshire Reign youth basketball program recently gave 2025 Taconic High School graduate Jaelynn Walker a $1,000 scholarship.  Greylock Thunder Falls in Final of Summer Storm TournamentGreenfield's Valley Storm beat the Greylock Thunder in Sunday's title game of the second annual Summer Storm tournament. Westfield 10-Year-Old Little Leaguers Knock Out PittsfieldThomas Sullivan hit a line drive to center field in the bottom of the seventh to drive in the winning run and give the Westfield Little League 10-year-old All-Stars an 11-10 win over PIttsfield in the Section 1 Championship Game on Saturday.  Veteran Spotlight: Marine Cpl. Nolan BuckGrowing up in Springfield, he joined the Marines' Early Entry Program at 16 years of age. Market 32, Price Chopper Fundraising for Muscular Dystrophy AssociationThroughout July, customers can contribute to MDA's life-changing work by rounding up their change at checkout at all 129 store locations. Market 32 and Price Chopper will match donations, up to $10,000. Rewind: July 4 thru 11A lot has happened in the Berkshires this week. Here are some of the things you may have missed. 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 |
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