Residents Oppose Battery Energy Storage in Southeast Pittsfield

Fifteen community members attended last week's Conservation Commission meeting to speak against a proposed battery energy storage system on Williams Street.

Ghost Tours At Ventfort Hall

The tour will take place on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 7 pm. This is not an active investigation.

Berkshire United Way Seeks Volunteer Grant Reviewers

Volunteers will participate in up to 25 hours of training, individual evaluations, and group meetings to make funding recommendations.

Cancer Crusaders to Host Annual Cabin Fever Dance Fundraiser

The event serves as the organization’s largest fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting the Patient Resource Fund at the Cancer Center in Bennington.

Victoria Christopher Murray to Speak at Ventfort Hall

The event will include a talk, book signing, and tea service.

Presentation on The Future of Wolves at MCLA's Green Living Seminar

Seacor, who directs Project Coyote at the Carnivore Conservation, will discuss the potential of wolf recovery in the Northeast, highlighting the history of wolves in the region, previous attempts at reintroduction in the Adirondack Park, the emerging science of wolf and coyote genetics, and the intersection of these issues with public policy.

Geothermal Switch Lowers System Cost for North Adams School Project

The cost estimates for the Greylock School project are coming in slightly under budget — including the planned geothermal system.

Mount Greylock Schools Focus on Student Literacy

The Mount Greylock Regional School District is placing an emphasis on literacy instruction that is reflected in the preliminary budget that the administration put forth last week.

PowerSchool Offers Identity Monitoring in Wake of Data Breach

Families of school-children concerned about the PowerSchool data breach announced last year can sign up for two years of free identity monitoring services paid for by the school information system vendor.

Higher Taxes, Loss of Latin Seen in Mount Greylock's Tentative Spending Plan

A 16 percent health insurance increase from the Berkshire Health Group alone accounts for $550,000 in increased cost for the preK-12 district in FY26 — about 38 percent of the $1.4 million total.

Lenox Library and The Bookstore Hosts Author Eoin Higgins

Eoin Higgins is a journalist and historian from the Berkshires.

Share the Love Challenge Returns with Raffle to Benefit Local Charities

The goal remains $7,500, which will be matched by 50 percent from the church.

SVMC Wellness Connection: Feb. 14

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.