Education Secretary Promotes FAFSA at Monument Mountain

Only half of the state's graduates completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid last year, and the Executive Office of Education wants to see that number grow.

North Adams Council to Take Up Sullivan School Sale

The City Council will be asked Tuesday to authorize the sale of Sullivan School to Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art Foundation for $50,000.

Senior Estate and Trust Attorney Joins Berkshire Law Group

Bryan earned his Juris Doctor as well as Master of Law in Taxation from Suffolk University Law School in Boston.

Bennington College Offering Late-Decision Applications

This new admissions round responds to the evolving needs of prospective students navigating their college search.

Berkshire Officials Back Bills to Protect Minors From Sexual Abuse

Local officials urge the passage of "long overdue" legislation to protect minors from sexual abuse by adults who are teachers, mentors, or other positions of trust.

Berkshire Green Drinks to Feature Presentation on Rare Butterfly Species

The event will be held online via Zoom and in person at Hot Plate Brewing Co. in Pittsfield, MA. The in-person gathering begins at 5:15 PM, with the presentation starting at 6:00 PM.

Callahan Named Finalist for North Adams Superintendent

The Superintendent Search Committee has put forward one candidate to lead the public schools: Assistant Superintendent Timothy Callahan.

Berkshire County in 'Significant Drought'

This designation underscores the persistent dry conditions affecting the area and necessitates heightened awareness and water conservation efforts.

24th Annual Berkshire Robotics Challenge

The event is free and open to the public. This year's Challenge, "SUBMERGED," features a field of 27 teams with more than 250 students from all over Berkshire County, using programmable robots to complete a variety of missions.

Cheshire Senior Center St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm, followed by the show at 6:30 pm.

Berkshire Village Owners Owes Cheshire Back Taxes

In addition to residents complaints about Berkshire Village's deteriorating condition, the mobile home park also owes the town roughly $21,000 in back taxes.

County's 'Super Six' Head to Final Four

If it seems like Berkshire County is well represented in the basketball state semi-finals, that is because it is.

Senator Markey Headlines Pittsfield Democratic Rally

Democratic leaders railed against the Republican administration on Sunday and urged residents to take action — but offered little on what their strategy is to oppose President Trump's agenda.

Letter: A Prescription for Survival: Solving Western Mass Physician Crisis

Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Col. Roger Landry

Dr. Roger Landry served his country from 1973 to 1995 in the Air Force with honor and distinction as a chief flight surgeon, and retiring as a colonel.

Gov, AG Issue Guidance on Equal Access to Education

Under the joint guidance, Massachusetts educational institutions should continue their work to foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility among their student bodies.

Williams College Plans Temporary Parking Lot at Former Field House Site

Williams College last month secured the town's permission to convert the former site of Towne Field House to a temporary parking lot.

MassWildlife: Discover animal tracks

Wild animals are experts at staying out of sight. Yet the winter snow and mud can reveal a detailed account of the comings and goings of even the most secretive animals.

CATA, Berkshire Botanical Garden Present Seeds of Connection Exhibit

The exhibit features over 40 paintings, drawings, and collages, with some pieces created on-site at Berkshire Botanical Garden.

Dalton Rotary Club Provides Soldier On With Super Bowl Meal

Club members prepared and delivered chili, cornbread, wings, chips, and brownies for approximately 60 veterans.

Lt. Gov. Touts Rural Grant Awards in Cummington

A state grant has boosted the Berkshire Trail Building revitalization by $400,000, a project that has been in the works for over six years.

Dalton Hires Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

The Select Board has appointed Lori Venezia as the new executive assistant to the town manager. She started her role on Monday.

Williamstown Prudential Committee Interviews Fire Chief Candidates

The Prudential Committee on Wednesday interviewed three finalists to replace retiring Fire Chief Craig Pedercini.

MassDOT: South County Bridge Painting

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

Clarksburg Closes Case on Police Department

The Select Board this week formally voted to permanently close the Police Department and authorize the town administrator to sell the cruisers.