 Pittsfield Little League 11-Year-Olds Fall in Extra InningsThe Westfield Little League 11-year-old All-Stars Thursday scored four runs in the top of the eighth inning to earn an 8-5 win over Pittsfield in the first game of the Section 1 Tournament.  Pittsfield Little League 12-Year-Olds Win District 1 TitleRyder Froio hit two home runs, and Shayne Clairmont struck out 10 hitters in four innings Thursday to lead the Pittsfield Little League 12-year-old All-Stars to victory in the Don Gleason District 1 Championship Game.  Williamstown Theatre Festival Cuts Ribbon on North Adams VenueWorkers were busy inside The Annex on Thursday morning, getting the black-box theater ready for the summer season seven days away.  The Making of the Berkshire Carousel at a Tea & TalkA tea will be served after her presentation. Berkshire Organizations Awarded Fourth of July GrantsThe Governor's administration announced $2 million in grants to 59 organizations across the state to support initiatives and events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.  Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall Installed in LenoxWith a motorcade that stretched for a mile and dozens of volunteers ready to help with the erection process, the Vietnam Traveling War Memorial arrived at War Memorial Field on Thursday afternoon.  Northern Berkshire Community Contra DanceNorth Berkshire Community Dance will hold its monthly contra dance with calling by Fern Bradley, and live music by local musicians.  Weekend Outlook: Hoedown, Free Museum Admission and MoreCheck out some of the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend, including dancing, celebrations, and volunteer work.  BHS Schedules Community Meeting on Fairview Hospital Revitalization PlanThe campus revitalization plan blends historical preservation with innovative design to better integrate new technologies and provide a more welcoming, personalized, and inclusive environment for patients at every step of their care journey.  Clark Art Presents Exhibition on Photographer Bernice AbbottBerenice Abbott's Modern Lens opens July 12, 2025 McCann Fourth Quarter Honor RollMcCann Technical School fourth quarter honor roll. Pittsfield Subcommittee Mulls Upcoming Short-Term Rental OrdinanceCity Planner Kevin Rayner again pointed out that "short-term rentals aren't actually legal" in the city currently, because there is no governing ordinance. Clarksburg Makes First Payment on School RoofTown officials signed off on the first payment for the new school roof but declined to pull money from reserves for school flooring.  Post 68-1 Baseball Team Improves to 8-0Matthew Burega struck out six and allowed two hits for Pittsfield Post 68-1 in an 8-0 win over Aldenville Post 337 in American Legion Baseball. SteepleCats Split Double-Header at HomeNelphie Lopez hit a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the seventh Wednesday to give the North Adams SteepleCats a 2-1 win over Sanford, Maine, in the first game of a double-header at Joe Wolfe Field.  Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14s Top South Berkshire in TournamentKevin Smith struck out 10 in a complete-game, four-inning win Wednesday as the Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14-year-old All-Stars knocked off South Berkshire, 16-, in the Western Massachusetts playoffs.  Williams College Projects Underway on Main StreetA busy summer construction season around town got a little busier this week with the advancement of two unrelated projects near the Williams College Museum of Art. North Adams Overpass Study Holding Community EventThe North Adams Route 2 Overpass Study will host its third community engagement event on Thursday, July 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. The Classical Beat: Tanglewood, Taconic Music, Sevenars Take Center StageTanglewood enters its second week of classical programming with inspiring concerts in the Shed and in Ozawa Hall.  Berkshire Pride Brings NOH8 Campaign Photoshoot to PittsfieldThe photoshoot is open to the public, and no reservations are needed. Individuals, couples, families, and groups are encouraged to participate.  Companion Corner: Queen at No Paws Left BehindThere's a dog at No Paws Left Behind searching for a kingdom that will treat her like the Queen that she is.  BAAMS Faculty Band to Perform Benefit ConcertThe concert aims to help offset the costs associated with the week-long Summer Jazz Band Day Camp. Cheshire Hoedown and Park Rededication Set SaturdayThe town will celebrate community and history on Saturday, July 12, during its inaugural Cheshire Hoedown event at the Community House, starting at 4 p.m. Bernard Resigns From Berkshire United WayThomas Bernard has stepped down from leading Berkshire United Way and says he is excited to explore the next chapter of his professional journey. Pittsfield Named 2025-2027 Mass Save Community First Partner58 municipalities and community-based organizations will work with their local Mass Save Sponsor to provide energy efficiency solutions to residents and small businesses to reduce energy use and increase the comfort of homes and buildings. |
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