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Clark Art Airs Production of 'La Sonnambula'

This award-winning series of live, high-definition cinema simulcasts features the full live performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. The Clark broadcasts the opera in its Manton Research Center auditorium.

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Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System: Oct. 14-17

Water mains will continue to be flushed through hydrants over the next several weeks to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products. This biannual process occurs twice a year, typically in the spring and the fall.

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New Mount Greylock Handbook Outlines Restorative Practices for Discipline

In conjunction with consultants from the Chicago-based non-profit The Equity Imperative, the district last year began a process of categorizing "disruptive or harmful behavior," outlining the district’s responses and specifying how families will be notified.

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North Adams Council Will Wait for Outcome of Nip Bottle Program

A privately sponsored redemption initiative for nip bottles has the Public Safety Committee postponing any recommendations on a ban.

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Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct. 14-17

The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon weather. On-street parking, for the above streets, is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m.

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Dalton's Just for Kicks Soccer Tourney Draws Hundreds of Players

The Community Recreation Association’s 29th annual Just for Kicks Soccer Tournament at Wahconah High School and Nessacus Middle School drew 67 teams from across Western Massachusetts, competing in U10, U12, and U14 divisions, showcasing some great soccer

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BCC Names Two to Board of Trustees

The board is composed of area residents appointed by the governor of Massachusetts.

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Northern Berkshire Housing Resource Fair

This event is free and open to all in the Northern Berkshire area.

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Community Pitches in on CRA Gym Renovation

New "Dan McMahon Court" to Open in November

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Berkshire Family-Friendly Outings for Fall

These events and activities won't send chills down your spine, but are sure to put you in the fall spirit.

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Central Berkshire Earns Recognition for Student Gains

Superintendent Michael Henault and Assistant Superintendent Aaron Robb joined state education leaders and fellow honorees at a celebration held on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at Ottoson Middle School in Arlington during the official release of the 2025 MCAS and Accountability data.

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Pittsfield School Building Committee Preps for Crosby/Conte Feasibility Study

Last week, members mapped out a path forward as the city approaches a possible feasibility study for a rebuild of Crosby Elementary School and Conte Community School on the West Street site.

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Frightastic Halloween Event for Adults

For those who dare, here are some of the haunted attractions this season. Leave your kids at home and crawl through the area's scariest haunted events.

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Abbott Memorial Students Learn Fire Safety Through Burn Demonstration

Students from Abbott Memorial School received an up-close lesson in fire safety Thursday during a field trip to the fire station, where they met with local firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and State Police for a live, hands-on demonstration.

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RMV Announces Driver's Education to Transition Back to In-Person Format

Research supports that in-person learning fosters better engagement and learning outcomes

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'No Kings 2.0' Will Likely Draw Thousands to Berkshire County

Rallies are planned across the nation on Oct. 18 to protest actions by the Trump administration.

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Pittsfield ConCom Mulls Pontoosuc Access Plan

Conversation about balancing bank stabilization with shoreline access at Pontoosuc Lake Park continues.

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Clark Art Hosts The Met: Live in HD

Unless otherwise noted, the Clark broadcasts the operas on select Saturdays at 1 pm in its Manton Research Center auditorium.

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Teacher of the Month: Delores Moore

For three decades, Delores Moore has been educating the next generation and preparing them to fly to their next journey.

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UCP of Western Mass to Celebrate National White Cane Day

This annual observance recognizes the importance of the white cane as a symbol of independence for people who are blind or visually impaired and raises awareness about accessibility, mobility, and inclusion.

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Apple Picking Destinations in Berkshire County

It's apple season! Here are some great locations to spend your day picking your own apples to enjoy the crisp taste or bake into your favorite dishes.

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MCLA Gallery 51 to Present 'Ecologies of the In\between'

The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. and runs through Jan. 4, 2026.

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1Berkshire Welcomes New Economic Recovery Corps Fellow

The ERC Fellowship is a national program run by the International Economic Development Council thanks to funding from the United States Economic Development Administration.

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Berkshire Arts & Tech School Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Berkshire Arts and Technology Public Charter School was filled with dancing, vibrant colors, and a conversation with state Rep. Carlos González to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.

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MountainOne Insurance Promotes Senior Personal Lines Account Manager

Senior Personal Lines Account Manager is a new leadership-level role that recognizes team members who bring experience, knowledge, and client service to the agency.

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