Images Launches $2.2M Capital Campaign

Images Cinema has announced a major facility renovation project, the first in 17 years, which will dramatically enhance the availability of cinematic experiences in the region by upgrading amenities and adding a second screen.

BCC Offers Virtual Advanced Beginner Computer Training Course

Classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. The course will be taught in English, with Spanish language support.

Lanesborough Select Board Votes to Expand Tow List

Select Board members want to even the playing field for towing.

Berkshire Residents Snowed In For Long Weekend

Many Berkshire County residents were snowed in for Presidents Day. Instead of buying large appliances, the long weekend was spent shoveling.

Art Exhibit Kicks Off Pittsfield 10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival

The 14th annual 10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival officially kicked off Thursday night with an "Off The Streets" art exhibition.

Berkshire Bounty Receives Grants from Local Organizations

North Adams Arts Commission OKs 'Hatchlings' Installations for Downtown

A light installation that's graced the Esplanade and Greenway in Boston the last couple years will spend the spring, and likely the summer, in North Adams.

Lenox Blood Drive to Support Local Hospitals

Donations collected by the BHS Blood Donor Center will be used locally at Berkshire Medical Center, the Phelps Cancer Center, the North Campus of BMC, and Fairview Hospital.

Williamstown Again Williams' Town in Summer of '25

The summer festival lists the five productions on its website, which provides no information about dates and says tickets go on sale "in March."

MassDOT: South County Bridge Painting

Drivers traveling through these areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.

Pittsfield Councilors Hope ADUs Alleviate Housing Shortage

With a new accessory dwelling unit ordinance and the state allowing them by-right, Pittsfield officials hope for alleviation from the housing crisis.

Call for Art for the Daniel Manacher Prize for Young Artists

Works will be accepted through April 7, 2025. The prize is in support of young artists in Berkshire County.

Teacher of the Month: Carole Somerville

Morningside Community School second-grade teacher Carole Somerville has been selected as the February teacher of the month.

DCR's Free Family Programming in Western Massachusetts for February School Vacation Week

Explore 79 Family-Friendly Programs Across 20 Western Massachusetts State Parks from February 15 to February 25, Including Guided Hikes, Birding, Seal Watching, Crafting, and Maple Sugaring

Five People Displaced by Pittsfield Fire

Five people were displaced and one taken to the hospital from a fire on Alcove Street on Friday.

Snow, Sleet & High Winds for Presidents Day Weekend

Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous from snow, sleet and ice accumulations. Plan on slippery road conditions. Power outages and tree damage are possible due to the ice, snow and winds.

Adams Free Library Offers Free Comic Classes for Kids

Led by Children’s Librarian Emily Brannan, who has over 20 years of experience teaching comic design, the program will introduce essential comic elements, including paneling, sequencing, and speech bubble placement.

Dalton Cultural Council Quits After Chair Fired

Maschino has been the chair of the council, which is charged with promoting the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences as a way to improve residents' quality of life. One of its tasks in planning Dalton Day.

Triplex Cinema To Honor David Lynch

The series will premiere with the film "Wild at Heart," which screens on Feb. 15. The series will continue with the films "Eraserhead," "Lost Highway," "Mulholland Drive," "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me," concluding with "Blue Velvet" on April 26.

Child Care of Berkshires Planning Growth in Coming Years

Child Care of the Berkshires has an ambitious goal to grow over the next three years — more educators, more programs and more families being served.

Letter: Together, Cool heads will prevail

Congressman Neal Talks 'Chaotic' Trump Edicts

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal detailed the "chaotic nature" of President Donald Trump's recent executive actions during a telephone town hall.

Berkshire Grown Elects New Officers and Board Members

Joining the Board of Trustees this year are two Berkshire residents with extensive experience in food and farming.

Berkshire Harm Reduction Hits Naloxone Milestone

Berkshire Harm Reduction Reaches Milestone in Deployment of Naloxone Boxes in Community: 100th Box Placed at Greylock Credit Union in North Adams

Weekend Outlook: Winterfest & the Big Chill

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