MassDOT Advisory: Becket Bridge Work on I-90 Westbound

Lane closures from Monday, March 3, through Friday, March 7, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

BAAMS to Hold 7th Annual Summer Jazz Band Day Camp

The 7th Annual Berkshires' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp will take place July 14-18, 2025, at BAAMS headquarters in Building 6 at Heritage State Park.

Quilt Exhibit On Display at Ventfort Hall

Clark Art Screens Free Small Town Film Series

All films are free and screened in the Manton Research Center auditorium on select Thursdays at 6 pm.

Yury's Kitchen Brings Traditional Oaxacan Food to Pittsfield

The owners, Yuridiana Zaragoza and Gustavo Cruz, are originally from Oaxaca, Mexico and wanted to bring the culture and tradition to Berkshire County.

Community Hero: Larry Robert

The Community Hero of the Month is a 12-month series that honors individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their community. This year's sponsor is Window World of Western Massachusetts

Clark Art Screens 'The Magnificent Ambersons'

Free. Accessible seats available; for information, call 413 458 0524.

Williamstown Board of Health Looks at Tenant Issues, Home Condemnation

The owner occupant of 92 Longview Terrace and her son attended the Monday morning hearing to ask that the board allow the family to address conditions at the home without taking the step of condemnation.

DCF Clears Two Pittsfield High Administrators

On Friday, School Committee Chair William Cameron confirmed that DCF’s 51A investigation of allegations of abuse or neglect made against PHS Dean of Students Molly West was unsupported.

Conte Community School Wins Safe Routes to School Bike Rack Grant

Now in its second year, the Bike Rack Grant helps schools acquire and install bike racks to encourage bicycling

Ranch Life 101 Summer Program Opens at Berkshire HorseWorks

The program, held on a private seven-acre ranch in Richmond, is designed for children ages 5-12.

Almost Spring Weekender Brings Global Dance and Music to Sheffield

The event features a lineup of international artists and DJs aimed at breaking cabin fever before spring arrives.

Hoosac Valley High School Announces Honor Roll

Hoosac Valley High School has released its second quarter honor roll for the 2024-2025 academic year, recognizing students who have achieved High Honors or Honors.

Pittsfield to Overhaul Downtown Alleyway with State Funds

On Tuesday, the City Council accepted $1,370,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities' HousingWorks Infrastructure Program.

Williamstown Prudential Committee Learns Finalists for Fire Chief Position

24 applicants were vetted by the Personnel Committee, an ad hoc group charged with helping the district replace longtime Chief Craig Pedercini

Pittsfield Will Seek an Interim School Superintendent

A couple of weeks ago, Curtis announced that he would be stepping down at the end of June after 30 years with the Pittsfield Public Schools.

CATA Announces New Staff

CATA hires Nina Boutsikaris as Grants & Communications Coordinator and Jeremy Lovelett as Communications Associate

Elizabeth Freeman Center Looks to Repair New Location

In mid-December, the domestic violence program and rape crisis center moved its main office from 43 Francis Ave. to 66 Allen St., the former 1Berkshire building.

Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and More

There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more.

Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New Agents

Bishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis.

Morris Elementary School Wins Exemplary Reading Program Award

The Exemplary Reading Program Award recognizes outstanding reading and language arts programs at all grade levels across Massachusetts.

BCC Varsity Sports Program Set to Begin in the Fall

Head coaches hired for volleyball, baseball

Warm Up the Winter Musical Supports South Berkshire Residents

Proceeds will support South Berkshire residents with emergency needs such as heating fuel, utilities, and rent assistance.

St. Stans Teacher Honored With Excellence in Teaching Award

The award recognizes four teachers across Western Massachusetts.

North Adams Council Looks at Animal Commission, OKs Police Cruiser Deal

At Tuesday's meeting, Macksey told the council that state officials recommended that the city establish a commission, a proposal endorsed both by the local animal control officer and the interim police chief.