Williamstown Nomination Papers, Dog Licenses Available

Completed nomination papers must be returned to the Board of Registrars for certification no later than Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Clark Art Start With Art Program

Specially designed for three- to six-year-olds and their caregivers, this event includes art-making activities and interactive artwork talks.

Committee Recommends Gradually Restructuring Pittsfield Middle Schools

The Middle School Restructuring Committee recommends a phased approach for a model that creates a districtwide Grade 5-6 school and a Grade 7-8 school and provides universal prekindergarten by the 2026-27 school year.

Clarksburg Board OKs Compensation Plan, 3% COLA

The Select Board on Monday approved a new wage scale that includes a cost of living increase of 3 percent and the same COLA for part-time employees.

Collins Wins Select Board Seat in Dalton

Robert Collins will join the Select Board as it's fifth member after winning a four-way special election for the vacant seat by 13 votes.

Dalton Public Safety Starts Discussion on Draft Needs Assessment

The committee will meet again on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 4:30 in the Senior Center to discuss the document further after fully reviewing its contents and determine whether to approve the document so the next phase of the feasibility study can begin.

Letter: A Simple Message

However we choose to act now is the answer to the question we once asked ourselves.

MCLA Breakfast Looks at Successes, Work Ahead

College officials reported on funding campaigns, program advancements, capital improvements, student performance, and the commitment to inclusion and diversity.

College Notes: Fall Semester 2024

Fred Eustis of Great Barrington has received a scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year from the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, a top-10 ranked program at the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business.

McCann Technical School Honor Roll

McCann Technical School quarter 2 Honor Roll

George Haddad Joins Pittsfield Co-op Board of Directors

George Haddad serves as the President of Haddad Auto Group, a family-owned business established in 1933.

SVMC Wellness Connection: Jan. 31

Pittsfield Subcommittee Mulls Elected Official Pay

Mayor Peter Marchetti, and others, feel the city should take a holistic approach to raising the pay of elected officials rather than looking at one governing body.

Berkshire Bach Society Presents Renée Anne Louprette in Organ Recital

The recital will take place at the historic UU Meeting House in Housatonic, showcasing the 1893 Johnson Organ.

Clark Art Screens 'Jaws'

Presented in partnership with Images Cinema, this series captures the explosion of creativity, critical acclaim, and box office success that Hollywood directors found after the fall of the studio system.

Scholars Day at BCC

The conference-style event is designed to honor and learn from the scholarly and creative work performed by faculty, staff and students.

Dalton Planners to Discuss Movable Tiny Homes Bylaw

Accessory Dwelling Unit subcommittee member Amy Turnbull expressed her frustration with the board's delay in taking action on the proposal to authorize movable tiny homes if certain requirements are met.

Pittsfield School Committee to Vote on Administrators' Contract

The School Committee will vote on an administrators' contract next week. Educators hope their contract isn't far behind.

1Berkshire Kicks Off 2025 with Winter Marketing

These tactics target visitors in New York, Boston, and surrounding New England areas, specifically young professionals, families, and members of the BIPOC community.

Pittsfield Council OKs Million-Dollar Borrowing for Airport Taxi Lane

The Pittsfield Municipal Airport will build a new taxi lane with help from federal, state, and local funds.

Governor Files Bill to Modernize Public Higher Education Campuses

The $2.5 billion bill represents the largest proposed investments in capital improvements for UMass system, state universities, community colleges in decades. BRIGHT Act will modernize campuses across system, create approximately 15,000 construction-related jobs

Susan B. Anthony Turns 205: Birthplace Museum Birthday Celebration

This event will feature keynote speaker and author Jeanne Gehret, a researcher and historian who has spent years working specifically with the Anthony family's history.

Pittsfield Subcommittee OKs ADU Ordinance

Ward 5 Councilor Patrick Kavey said this is great for multi-generational families and hopes that it provides some relief to the housing crisis.

Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires Free Homework Help Program

The program, known as "Power Hour," provides structured homework assistance from staff and volunteers, helping students complete assignments, manage time effectively, and build confidence in their academic abilities.

Guest Column: Finding Its Rightful Place

The actual bridge is in Arlington, Vt. Emery returned the painting to its rightful home.