Pittsfield Superintendant Warns of Prohibited Toy Guns

The district has been alerted of a concerning trend that is prohibited on school grounds: Orby or Orbeez guns.

Driver Fell Asleep Before Running Into Williamstown Porch

A Vermont woman was asleep at the wheel prior to crashing into a Simonds Road residence last week, according to a Williamstown Police Department report.

Greylock appoints Anthony Rinaldi as Director Emeritus

In March 2024, the Board of Directors voted to confer the Director Emeritus designation on Rinaldi.

Hoosac Harvest Annual Seedling Swap Returns

The Swap will be held on May 25 at the North Adams Farmers Market on Main Street, North Adams.

SVMC Wellness Connection: May 17

BCC Offers Summer Classes

Get a jump start on pre-reqs before fall semester starts September 3 MassReconnect offers free tuition for students ages 25+

Clark Art Hosts Publication Launch

A public reception and publication signing follow the talk. Copies of "I Drive Thee" will be available for purchase at the event and in the Museum Store

Flag Meant to Represent Inclusion Sparks Debate in Williamstown

One of the authors of a proposed bylaw amendment to allow the display of the Progress Pride on town flag poles said he welcomes more dialogue about the proposal.

Berkshire Planning Commission Approves 'Conservative' FY25 Budget

Berkshire Regional Planning Commission has a "conservative" budget for fiscal year 2025 with a nearly 6 percent increase.

More than 600 Participate in Steel Rail Races

Matthew Ferraro was the first runner across the finish line at the MountainOne Steel Rail Marathon.

Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Staff Sgt. Cory Ahonen

Cory Ahonen, chief engagement officer for the state's Executive Office of Veterans Services, served his country in the Air Force from 2008 to 2014 as a staff sergeant.

Mass MoCA Commission Approves Mental Health Practices as Tenants

The Mass MoCA Commission on Thursday approved three new tenants for Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art.

Same Place, New Day for Williamstown Town Meeting 2024

The New England town meeting — steeped in tradition — has been far from traditional in the Village Beautiful over the last five years.

Mass Unemployment and Job Estimates for April 2024

Unemployment remains steady at 2.9 percent for third straight month, labor force participation rate increases

Bidwell House Opens For the Season With Pottery Event

In the first program of the 2024 season, watch potter Rick Hamelin delve into the pottery legacy in New England as he shares the stories of redware potters who fought valiantly during the Revolutionary War and War of 1812.

BAAMS Receives $10K Donation from Noel Family

The Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies Inc. (BAAMS) has recently garnered significant support from the family of the late Edward J. Noel Jr.

One Injured in 4-Vehicle Crash on Dalton Avenue in Pittsfield

The crashes happened at 9:40 p.m. when a westbound Honda Accord on Dalton Avenue crossed the double yellow line, striking a Subaru sedan traveling east, causing it to spin out.

Adams Housing Authority Rededicates McAndrews Community Center

Residents of the senior living facility gathered in the new community room on Wednesday to rededicate it to James McAndrew and welcome Housing Secretary Edward Augustus.

South County Road Maintenance

Lane closures will be in place during the construction operations and traffic will be able to travel through the work zones.

Dalton Health Board OKs 90-Day Variance for Food Truck

The Board of Health approved a 90-day variance for Pizza Trails Food Truck to get a food manager's permit during its meeting last week.

Hoosac Valley Elementary Unveils New Sign

The new sign was unveiled Friday morning

2nd Street Seeks Submissions for Literary Project

Authors of published works receive$200 cash award

Berkshire Comedy Festival Returns

All performances are 8pm show times

ServiceNet Cuts Ribbon on Vocational Farm to 'Sow Seeds of Hope'

Whether it is planting flowers or growing fresh produce, the program is for "sowing seeds of hope" for those with developmental disabilities.

Letter: Trial Shows Trump's Character

It has shown us clearly the character of Trump and the Republican party he now dominates.