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Frightastic Halloween Event for Adults

For those who dare, here are some of the haunted attractions this season. Leave your kids at home and crawl through the area's scariest haunted events.

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Abbott Memorial Students Learn Fire Safety Through Burn Demonstration

Students from Abbott Memorial School received an up-close lesson in fire safety Thursday during a field trip to the fire station, where they met with local firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and State Police for a live, hands-on demonstration.

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RMV Announces Driver's Education to Transition Back to In-Person Format

Research supports that in-person learning fosters better engagement and learning outcomes

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'No Kings 2.0' Will Likely Draw Thousands to Berkshire County

Rallies are planned across the nation on Oct. 18 to protest actions by the Trump administration.

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Pittsfield ConCom Mulls Pontoosuc Access Plan

Conversation about balancing bank stabilization with shoreline access at Pontoosuc Lake Park continues.

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Clark Art Hosts The Met: Live in HD

Unless otherwise noted, the Clark broadcasts the operas on select Saturdays at 1 pm in its Manton Research Center auditorium.

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Teacher of the Month: Delores Moore

For three decades, Delores Moore has been educating the next generation and preparing them to fly to their next journey.

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UCP of Western Mass to Celebrate National White Cane Day

This annual observance recognizes the importance of the white cane as a symbol of independence for people who are blind or visually impaired and raises awareness about accessibility, mobility, and inclusion.

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Apple Picking Destinations in Berkshire County

It's apple season! Here are some great locations to spend your day picking your own apples to enjoy the crisp taste or bake into your favorite dishes.

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MCLA Gallery 51 to Present 'Ecologies of the In\between'

The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. and runs through Jan. 4, 2026.

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1Berkshire Welcomes New Economic Recovery Corps Fellow

The ERC Fellowship is a national program run by the International Economic Development Council thanks to funding from the United States Economic Development Administration.

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Berkshire Arts & Tech School Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Berkshire Arts and Technology Public Charter School was filled with dancing, vibrant colors, and a conversation with state Rep. Carlos González to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.

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MountainOne Insurance Promotes Senior Personal Lines Account Manager

Senior Personal Lines Account Manager is a new leadership-level role that recognizes team members who bring experience, knowledge, and client service to the agency.

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MassDOT: Daytime Bridge Repairs and Lane Closures on I-90

Lane closures in place Tuesday, Oct. 14, through Friday, Oct. 17

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Weekend Outlook: Spooky Pumpkin Fun

Check out the events happening this weekend including pumpkin fun, festivals, and spooky nights.

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Berkshire Clean, Cold, Connected Partnership Awarded $276K

The Berkshire Clean, Cold, Connected Partnership was awarded $276,000 through the Housatonic Valley Association.

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Learn How to Stay Safe on the Internet: A Free Community Event

This event will take place at the Parish Hall at St. Joachim Catholic Church, 342 Tunnel St, Readsboro. The program is free and open to the public.

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Clark Art Concludes Film Series With 'Boyhood'

The screening takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

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BHS Hospitals Nationally Recognized For Cardiovascular Care

Berkshire Health Systems Hospitals nationally recognized for their commitment to providing high-quality cardiovascular care

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Dalton ZBA Finds Berkshire Concrete In Bylaw Violation

The Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday determined that Berkshire Concrete unauthorized dig site on parcel No. 105-16 needs to be fully remediated or covered to abide by town bylaws.

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Cheshire Fire Department's New Truck In-Service

On Wednesday night, volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel gathered outside the Cheshire Community House to retire the 2001 front-line piece and put their brand-new E-One custom pumper into service.

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Williamstown's Purple Valley Trails Hosts Grand Opening Sunday

The PVT network will be celebrated on Sunday when the alliance hosts a grand opening celebration at the Berlin Mountain Trail Head on Berlin Road.

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Community Contra Dance in Williamstown

Quena Crain, who calls all over New England, provides an easy teaching style. Music will be provided by fiddler Rebecca Weiss with Seamus Connor on guitar and mandolin.

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DA Warns Public After Gym Thefts and Check Fraud

Members of the crime ring are breaking into parked, often unlocked, cars at these locations and stealing wallets and other personal items.

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Holiday Hours: Indigenous Peoples Day / Columbus Day

Indigenous Peoples Day is being observed Monday, Oct. 13. As Columbus Day, it commemorates Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas on Oct. 12, 1492.

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