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Adams Selectmen to Begin Review of $19M Budget

March 24, 2025 | 04:17PM

The Board of Selectmen will take up review of the fiscal 2026 budget beginning Tuesday, with the presentation of the budget books and an an overview.

Letter: Pittsfield's Potholes Are a Joke — But the Punchline Is Us

March 24, 2025 | 02:00PM

Year after year, the same lazy patch jobs fall apart, using the same materials and the same contractors who benefit from doing it wrong. The city shrugs, blames the weather, and cuts another check. Rinse, repeat.

Information Session, Tour Set for Monument Mountain School Project

March 24, 2025 | 12:53PM

The School Building Committee is holding an information session and tour of Monument Mountain Regional School on Tuesday, April 1.

North Adams Share the Love Campaign Surpasses Fundraising Goal

March 24, 2025 | 12:30PM

First Congregational Church of North Adams' fourth annual "Share the Love" campaign concluded with over $9,000 raised to support local organizations serving individuals in need.

Nonprofit Center Adds Associate Director

March 24, 2025 | 11:22AM

Reporting directly to founder Liana Toscanini, Donovan will share the leadership and administrative workload as the NPC engages in succession planning throughout 2025.

Lee Company Awarded Cybersecurity Grant.

March 24, 2025 | 10:44AM

The grants were provided through the Manufacturing Cybersecurity Program (MCP), an initiative that supports small to medium-sized manufacturers across Massachusetts with capital funding to secure and improve their cybersecurity infrastructure.

Adams Lions Club Hosts Wine and Beer Tasting Fundraiser

March 24, 2025 | 08:08AM

Advance tickets cost $30 per person.

José González to Perform at Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

March 24, 2025 | 08:04AM

Tickets range from $49 to $84, with discounts available for Mahaiwe Members and individuals aged 30 and under.

Williamstown Fin Comm OKs Budget with Tax Hike, Lower Non-Profit Allotment

March 24, 2025 | 05:39AM

The Finance Committee on Wednesday voted to send town meeting a fiscal year 2026 spending plan that would raise property taxes by more than 7 percent in the year that begins on July 1.

Disability Advocates Hope Lawmakers See the 'Light'

March 24, 2025 | 05:19AM

Despite the "chaos" of the current political and budgetary environment, advocates for the disabled reminded local lawmakers where the light is.

Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Capt. Ralph Herbst

March 23, 2025 | 04:50PM

Ralph Herbst served his country in the Air Force from 1961 to 1968, separating as a captain.

MassWildLife: Drivers Watch for amphibians

March 23, 2025 | 04:00PM

For many Massachusetts residents, spring rain is a reminder of the changing seasons. For smaller Massachusetts natives, like amphibians, spring rains signal it’s time to emerge from winter retreats and migrate to breeding sites or disperse to new areas.

Girls Basketball Hall of Fame Welcomes 2025 Class

March 23, 2025 | 03:32PM

Some of the area's brightest stars of the last few decades took their place in the Berkshire County High School Girls Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday at Proprietors Lodge as it welcomed its 12th class.

Obama Foundation Head to Speak at Williams Commencement

March 23, 2025 | 01:03PM

Valerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of The Obama Foundation, will be the principal speaker at Williams College's 236th commencement exercise on Sunday, June 8.

MassRMV: REAL ID Compliance Becomes Effective on May 7

March 23, 2025 | 11:40AM

Due to federal requirement, anyone traveling by plane domestically, or wishing to enter secure federal facilities, will need a REAL ID or Passport

Q&A Williamstown Fire Chief Looks Back on 37 Years of Service

March 23, 2025 | 08:03AM

Craig Pedercini can only hope that his retirement party will not be as memorable as that of his predecessor.

Market 32/Price Chopper Raises Funds For Red Cross Wildfire Relief

March 23, 2025 | 08:01AM

Blaine Bringhurst, Market 32/Price Chopper president, acknowledged the customer support for the American Red Cross California Wildfire Fund.

Community Hero: Reina Mercado-Antunez

March 22, 2025 | 05:30PM

Reina Mercado-Antunez is widely regarded by her peers as the glue that holds a community together.

MassDOT Reminds All Motorists Roadway Safety Is a Shared Responsibility

March 22, 2025 | 03:32PM

The announcement emphasizes the shared responsibility of roadway safety for all motorists. MassDOT urges vehicle drivers to exercise caution, particularly when changing lanes and making turns, by "looking twice" for motorcycles. Motorcycle operators are advised to wear visible clothing and adhere to speed limits.