Dalton Hazard Mitigation Plan Near Completion

The goal of the plan is to increase the town's capacity and promote a hazard mitigation culture in the community through education, regulations, planning, and collaboration with neighboring regions.

Stamford Library Program

The program, presented by Carlos and Kathy Heiligmann of Rowe, Mass, chronicles the couple's saga uncovering the heritage of these nearby libraries.

Crane Stationery Being Revived Under New Owner

WP Strategic Holdings says it has completed its acquisition of 200-year-old company, according The Albany Business Review.

Bash Bish Falls State Park Closed for Construction

The park is expected to reopen in June 2024.

Clark Art Invites People With Dementia and their Caregivers

This free gallery talk program is designed specifically for people living with dementia and their care-partners.

Berkshire Farmers Markets Awarded State Grants

MDAR is awarding funding to 23 organizations representing 31 farmers markets through the Farmers Market Sustainability Grant Program.

Pittsfield TDI Partnership Aids Downtown Businesses, Activates Spaces

A total of $469,000 aided downtown businesses through MassDevelopment's Transformative Development Initiative last year.

North County Communities Losing Shared HR Services Employee

At Monday's meeting of the Williamstown Select Board, Town Manager Robert Menicocci reported that the HR person the town shares with Adams and North Adams has given her notice.

Historical Commission's Carlson Inducted into Women's Hall of Fame

Justyna Carlson, longtime member of the Historical Society and chair of the city's Historical Commission, was posthumously honored with induction by Mayor Jennifer Macksey on Tuesday, during Women's History Month.

Eastern Mass Student Who Spit at PHS Player No Longer on Team

A high school basketball player who spat on a member of the Pittsfield High School squad during Monday's Division 3 State Semi-Final has been removed from his school's team as it prepares for Saturday's State Championship game.

Williamstown Winter Farmers Market Returns

Farmers and crafters will be present to sell farm fresh meats, cheeses, honey, maple syrup, fresh eggs, artisan crafts, goat soap, seafood straight from Boston, and fresh baked breads.

Letter: Mass MoCA Strike

I stand in solidarity with the workers of Mass MoCA and urge the management to prioritize their well-being by reaching a fair agreement as soon as possible.

GB Public Theater hosts Conversation with Berkshire Theater Artists

The multi-accomplished group includes Director James Warwick, Playwrights Mark St. Germain and Jessica Provenz; Actor Peggy Pharr Wilson; Costume Designer Brittney Belz; and Lighting Designer Matthew Adelson.

Dalton Voters to Decide on Sidewalk Repair Options

Pittsfield Board Continues Hearing on Mobile Home Rent Increase

The request for hefty rent increases to a Valentine Road mobile home park seems unlikely following the Mobile Home Park Rent Control Board meeting on Thursday night.

Online Public Input Session With BEAT

Online Public Info Session with BEAT and UMass Extension Professor Scott Jackson on Tuesday, March 19 at 6 PM

Two BCC Students Receive National Recognition

Phi Theta Kappa students win awards

Berkshire Wind Power Cooperative Corporation Scholarships

The scholarship is open to seniors at Mount Greylock Regional High School and Charles H. McCann Technical School. BWPCC will select two students from the class of 2024 to receive $1,000 scholarships.

Suicide Prevention Group Gives Leadership Award To Berkshire President

Berkel, a retired Lieutenant with the State Police, currently serves as President of the Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention (BCSP).

Pittsfield Subcommittee Mulls Roadwork, Pavement Plan

The panel discussed a request to review the city's pavement management plan and received an update on various roadwork projects from Commissioner of Public Services and Utilities Ricardo Morales.

Williamstown Planning Board Chair to Fin Comm: We're Not the 'Enemy'

The chair of the Planning Board last week stopped by a meeting of the Finance Committee to defend the planners' recent activities to promote economic diversity and growth in town.

State Wants to Give Clarksburg $1.2M for a Safe Route to the School

The students can now reach the town field through a rough path in the woods and walk the field until crossing the road or walk along the sidewalk-free Cross Road, a heavily traveled way with no shoulders.

Adams Sees No Races So Far

With less than a week left before nomination papers are due, there are currently no contested seats.

BAAMS Presents: Live at Studio 9 With Alex Foster

Studio 9 is located at the Porches located at 18 Veazie Street Tickets are $35 and proceeds from the show will benefit BAAMS.

Zonta Club Honors Six Women for Their Community Contributions

The Zonta Club of Berkshire County recognized six women for their contributions to the community at Friday's International Women's Day Dinner Celebration.