Construct Launches Winter Fundraising Campaign for Emergency Assistance

Construct has increased this year's campaign goal to $150,000.

Lanesborough Police See 3-5 Years In 'Temporary' Station

The Police Department will likely be in its "temporary" location for three to five years and now wishes to expand the space.

Nominations Sought for Berkshire Nonprofit Awards

The awards recognize exceptional work being done by individuals in the nonprofit sector.

Williamstown Select Board Urged to Sign Resolution on Gaza Cease Fire

The resolution calls on the town's elected representatives to support "an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza" and call on Washington to "commit to diplomatic efforts towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Israel and Palestine, emphasizing the self-determination of the Palestinian people."

MCLA Physics Department Launches Speaker Series with Recent Grant Award

The talk will take place in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation (CSI) 121 on Wednesday, February 21 at 5 p.m. with a reception in the CSI atrium at 4 p.m.

Clark Art Offers Activities During School Vacation Week

Every day this week, visitors can also pick up a set of complimentary colored pencils and a drawing pad at the Clark Center Admissions desk. Admission is free for all visitors through March 31, 2024.

North Adams Swears in New Firefighters

Mayor Jennifer Macksey introduced the firefighters, noting Rodrigues, of Dorchester, is a veteran of the Army Reserve and holds a bachelor of arts with a concentration in criminal justice from the University of Massachusetts at Boston.

Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Paint Stewardship Efforts

Searchers Recover Human Remains on Lenox Mountain

Human remains recovered on Lenox Mountain are being investigated in the disappearance of Susan Lockwood.

Fire Truck Vote Sparks OML Complaint, Dalton Board Rejection

The decision by the Board of Water Commissioners to renegotiate the ladder truck contract is at risk of being invalidated as a result of an Open Meeting Law violation filed against it.

Dalton Select Board OKs Nonresident Board Policy

The town does not currently have a policy restricting nonresidents from serving.

Letter: Contrast Between Parties

Good government builds on laws and regulations, on debate and compromise.

BHS Receives Outpatient Joint Replacement Excellence Award

Healthgrades Names Berkshire Health Systems a 2024 Outpatient Joint Replacement Excellence Award Recipient: Berkshire Medical Center Among Top 10 Percent Nationwide for Outpatient Joint Replacement

CHP Berkshires Board Welcomes New Member

As vice president of culture and brand and DEI officer at Greylock Federal Credit Union, Melendez-Mabee brings to CHP her skills in corporate workplace diversity issues, training and initiatives.

Berkshire Farms, Organizations Receive Food Access Grants

Red Shirt Farm and Berkshire Grown were awarded grants.

Steeple City Plaza Sold for $1.75M; V&V Liquors Closes

The post indicated that its last day open was Monday, Feb. 12. The post did not state a reason for closure.

BCC Students in Nursing Programs Maintain High Pass Rate for Licensure Exam

All 17 PN students passed, and 64 out of 70 ADN students passed.

'Emancipation' Opens at WCMA

Co-organized by WCMA and the Carter, the exhibition demonstrates how historical art collections can serve as a resource and inspiration for contemporary artistic practices

Berkshire Running Sets Full Year of Charity Runs

The events will be held throughout the year with the first being Mother’s Day 5K on May 12 at Berkshire Community College, benefiting the Elizabeth Freeman Center. This race in its 48th rendition lays claim to being the longest consecutively run all female running event in the country.

Mount Greylock Superintendent to Work on Culture Shift Over Next 3 Years

Mount Greylock Regional School Superintendent has goals for the next three years that he characterized as simple yet profound.

CBRSD Eyes Nearly 2M Increase in FY25 Operating Budget

The Central Berkshire Regional School District is now anticipating a nearly $2 million increase to its operating budget for fiscal 2025.

Pittsfield ConCom OKs Testing for Bel Air Dam Removal

Beginning next week, geotechnical sampling and testing will be done at 18 locations for a stream bank restoration stability analysis. Similar sampling was issued a negative RDA in 2021.

Pittsfield Asks for Info on Vandalism, Ransacking in Parks

The city is asking that community members report suspicious activity after two parks were vandalized and ransacked.

Taconic Grad Gittens Racks Up More Honors at MCLA

Gittens and the Trailblazers are back in action on Saturday when they welcome Worcester State for a MASCAC matchup with Lancers. The tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m.

Pittsfield Council to Tackle Small-Business Funding, Committee Change

Mayor Peter Marchetti requested that $500,000 be transferred from the city's Economic Development Fund to the Small Business Fund, established in 2012.