Stay Safe In the Heat Wave: Cooling Centers and Resources

Summer is here, and people are feeling it with the heat wave that has hit central and eastern U.S., including Berkshire County.

Pittsfield Co-op Promotes Assistant at Williams Street Branch

Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) to announced the appointment of Alexarey Overbaugh to assistant branch manager of its Williams Street, Pittsfield location.

Blue-green Algae Bloom Reported in Pontoosuc Lake

Blue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, occur naturally in lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts.

BRTA Administrator Robert Malnati Retiring Next Year

Robert Malnati's been getting people on the bus for more than two decades -- and he's hoping to see ridership on the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority hit a record before he retires next year.

Berkshires Bach Concludes Season

The program includes three suites for unaccompanied cello by J.S. Bach, Benjamin Britten, and Gaspar Cassadó.

SVMC Wellness Connection: June 20

BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment Deadline

The next enrollment deadline for the 2025-2026 school year for grades 6 through 10 is Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at noon.

Nicholas Carr Presentation at Mass MoCA

Tickets are $5 in advance, with the cost redeemable against purchases in the R&D Store on the program night. Admission is free for members.

South Street Project in Williamstown Leads to Utility Outages

A gas line break and a water main break in Williamstown last week were connected to the same road project.

Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Crosby/Conte Feasibility Study

When the project was proposed last year, officials and community members toured the approximately 69,000-square-foot schools that are more than 50 years old.

Upper Valley Nighthawks Down SteepleCats

Anthony Brotz went 3-for-5 with a double Sunday to lead the Upper Valley Nighthawks to a 7-3 win over North Adams in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.

Eversource Ready for An Active 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Energy company encourages customers to also be prepared with an emergency plan and storm kit

McCann Students Excel at National Business Professionals of America Conference

Business Professionals of America is the nation's leading CTSO for students pursuing careers in business management, information technology, finance, accounting, office administration, and other business-related career fields

Berkshire Force 12Us Claim Tourney Title at Home

Kaylana Altman went 3-for-3 with a triple, a pair of doubles and two RBIs, and Olivia Archambault struck out seven in a complete-game, five-inning shutout in the circle to claim the 12U crown.

EPA Funding to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water at Schools, Child Care Facilities

Since 2018, EPA has provided over $200 million across the country to help reduce exposure to lead in drinking water where children learn and play.

Williamstown's Remedy Hall Moves into New Home

Remedy Hall, which began its life in space at the First Congregational Church, this spring moved east on Main Street (Route 2) to 620 Main St., two doors west of Aubuchon Hardware.

Market 32 and Price Chopper Launch Drive to Support Local Food Pantries

Pre-packed bags aim to fill meal gaps for families during summer break

New Business Offers Boat Tours in the Berkshires

Berkshire Boat Tours started June 1 for the 2025 season.

Sharks Rally Late to Top SteepleCats

The Martha's Vineyard Sharks scored four runs in the top of the ninth to erase a three-run deficit and earn a 6-5 win over North Adams in the New England Collegiate Baseball League on Saturday.

North Adams American Legion Juniors Sweep Wilbraham

Mason Fierro and Emery Rotter each threw a complete five-inning game on the mound Saturday as the North Adams Post 125 Juniors earned a double-header sweep of Wilbraham in American Legion baseball action.

BCC State of Work Summit Brought Berkshire Employers Together

The event was presented by BCC, MassHire, Berkshire Innovation Center, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and 1Berkshire and was held on the college's main campus.

RSNE Claims County Cal Ripken Crown

In the second game of the championship double-header, Ryder Tatro got the start for RSNE and struck out eight in 4 and a third innings, allowing two hits and two earned runs before giving the ball to Moran with a 6-2 lead.

Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 23 to June 27

This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.

Rewind: June 14 through June 20

A lot has happened in the Berkshires this week. Here are some of the stories you may have missed.

U.S. Senator Warren: 'It's Bad In Washington'

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren held a town hall vent at the Colonial Theatre on Saturday.