Planning Board Continues Berkshire Concrete Hearing

The Planning Board again voted to continue the public hearing for Berkshire Concrete's excavation permit despite opposition from neighbors.

MassWildLife: Counting birds, Your New Holiday Tradition

Turn your birdwatching on Wildlife Management Areas into real science by taking part in the Christmas Bird Count this winter.

Pittsfield Affordable Housing Initiatives Shine Light, Hope

Prior to the ribbon-cutting, public officials and community resource personnel were able to tour the two new permanent supported housing projects — West Housatonic Apartments and The First Street Apartments and Housing Resource Center.

Dalton Finance Anticipates Challenges Budget Season

The Finance Committee will soon embark on its budget planning process, which comes with a notable challenge.

Berkshire United Way Awards Food Assistance Funds to 15 Organizations

Berkshire United Way has awarded $51,630 to 15 local organizations to strengthen food distribution efforts

Weekend Outlook: Holiday Happenings

Check out the events happening this weekend, including holiday-themed parties and events.

Marionette Shows At Ventfort Hall for Children

The dates and times are Saturday, Dec. 27 and Monday, Dec. 29, both at 3:30 pm. The audiences will have the opportunity to meet Sprague after.

Clark Art Airs Pruduction of 'The Magic Flute'

The award-winning series of high-definition cinema simulcasts features full performances along with backstage interviews and commentary. The broadcast takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

Elevated Mercury Level Found in Center Pond Fish

The state Department of Public Health has issued an advisory after a mercury-contaminated fish was found in Center Pond.

Capeless Students Raise $5,619 for Charity

Students at Capeless Elementary School celebrated the season of giving by giving back to organizations that they feel inspired them.

Clark Art Exhibition on French Artists Who Challenged Realism

Shadow Visionaries: French Artists Against the Current, 1840–70 opens Dec. 20, 2025

Mount Greylock School Committee Discusses Collaboration Project with North County Districts

One of Greene's colleagues on the Mount Greylock School Committee used her report as a chance to challenge that process.

Berkshire County Getting $4M Toward Housing Improvements

Millions of federal Community Development Block Grant funds are coming to Berkshire County for housing and economic development.

North Adams Jewelry Store Has New Owner

The Artful Jeweler has a new owner who is looking to expand its offerings.

PEDA Site 9 Preparation, Member Retirement

The redevelopment of Site 9 for mixed-use in the William Stanley Business Park is set to take off.

BCC Welcomes Applicants to Culinary Apprenticeship Program

Student apprentices are paid and can earn a certificate at no cost

North Adams Water Safe to Drink

The Water Department says all water line breaks have been repaired and water restored to those affected areas.

Cheshire Festival of Trees on View Until Dec. 31

The moment you step into the town offices, you're greeted by the scent of fresh pine wafting from about 70 beautifully decorated trees on display.

MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board Early Childhood Educator Grant

In Berkshire County, MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board was awarded $198,375.

BCC Awarded Grant from Commonwealth for Commercial Driver's License Training

BCC's grant is earmarked for CDL training. Trained CDL drivers are in high demand in the Berkshires and beyond.

December Ghost Tours at Ventfort Hall

The tour will take place at 7 pm on Friday, Dec. 26.

Pittsfield Signs Negotiating Rights Agreement With Suns Baseball Team

The Suns will call Wahconah Park home again.

Greylock School Project Garnering Interest From Bidders

The project includes the demolition of the 60-year-old elementary school and the construction of a new two-story school directly to its north.

Williamstown Board of Health Looks to Regulate Nitrous Oxide Sales

The Board of Health on Tuesday agreed to look into drafting a local ordinance that would regulate the sale of nitrous oxide.

Berkshire Natural Resources Council Receives Grant To Improve Trailheads