Williamstown Housing Trust Gets Update on Summer Street Project

NBHFH project manager Keith Davis was back before the board of the town's Affordable Housing Trust in August to give an update on the project being developed on a parcel granted to the non-profit by the trustees.

Adams Sets Special Town Meeting

The special town meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in the Memorial Building gymnasium.

Dalton Considers Updating its Municipal Code

Weekend Outlook: Cool Cars and Pickles

Check out this weekend events happening in the Berkshires including pickles, ice cream, cool cars, and more.

Scenic Vistas, Open Spaces Central to Berkshire's Rural Character

The landscape has special significance in the Berkshires. It is a central element in the region's scenic rural character and quality of life, as well an economic resource that is a basis of tourism.

Dalton Fire Station Space Needs Study to Be Presented Sept. 1

A comprehensive Community and Space Needs Analysis is set to shed light on the department’s space needs and potential solutions.

North Adams Council Backs Special Act to Move School Sale Forward

The City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a special act to swap out recreation land and pave the way for the sale of Sullivan School.

North Adams School Committee Filling Two Seats

The candidates will be voted on by a joint convention of the School Committee and City Council on Oct. 5.

The Classical Beat: Look For a Profusion of Events at Tanglewood From Fall and Into Next Spring

Come late August, classical aficionados are grateful for the cornucopia of extraordinarily sonorous riches the Boston Symphony has bestowed upon audiences within the incomparably bucolic setting that is Tanglewood. It's been, as ever, a magical summer of glorious music making.

Letter: Passing the Torch in the 1st Berkshire State Representative District

Councilor Andrew Fitch has demonstrated in his time on the North Adams City Council what an energized "next generation" legislator can accomplish while holding to the core values of our community.

Letter: Vote for Andrew Fitch

Andrew Fitch is the representative that will best advocate for the First Berkshire District.

Companion Corner: Freya, Fudge & Charlotte

We highlighted Freya, Charlotte and Fudge last month and they are still looking for their new home together.

Williamstown Planning Board Planning Busy Night for May's Town Meeting

Town meeting 2027 could be a busy one for meeting members.

Lanesborough Posts Town Administrator Job

The Select Board officially announced the town administrator's position is open and looking for candidates after current administrator Gina Dario submitted her resignation.

Dalton Sewer Rates More Than Double for Taxpayers

The new rate is more than double the current rate of $282 twice a year, which is $564.00 annually per unit.

Dix's Dinger Propels NAFD/NAPD to League Title

The NAFD/NAPD catcher went 4-for-4 at the plate and ended the championship game of the North Adams Women’s Softball League with a three-run home run to left to give her team an 12-9 walk-off win over Belle Ame Lashes.

Peace Officer Standards Commission Strips Former Pittsfield Cop of Certification

The POST Commission voted to strip five former officers of their licenses to work in law enforcement, including former PPD officer William Straub.

UPDATE: Juvenile in Custody After Arrest Warrants Issued for Pittsfield Shooting

Police were granted arrest warrants for two people suspected to be responsible for the Aug. 16 shooting on Francis Avenue.

Hoosac Valley Hears Educational Study Process, Timeline

The study is investigating the state of secondary education in North Berkshire, its challenges and potential restructuring. It covers Hoosac Valley, North Adams Public Schools, Mount Greylock and the Northern Berkshire School Union.

Mount Greylock School Committee OKs Updated Policy on Seclusion, Restraint

The Mount Greylock School Committee recently approved an updated policy on time-outs, seclusion and the physical restraint of students.

NAFD/NAPD Forces Championship Final in Women's League

Carrie Brassard went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI and Kenzie Dobbert recorded a pair of strikeouts as NAFD/ NAPD forced a winner-take-all finale on Tuesday night to conclude the double-elimination tournament.

New Hoosac Valley Middle School Principal Says Strong Relationships Are Key to Success

From there, the district underwent a swift month-and-a-half-long search, receiving 13 candidates, but was drawn to Chamble's people- and service-oriented approach.

Cheshire Urges Voters to Check Status, Deliberates New Fire Sign

Voters wishing to cast ballots in next week's primary and the general election should check their voting status: the town clerk's office reported about 900 inactive voters in July.

Letter: I support Andrew Fitch for State Representative

I am proud to support Andrew Fitch as a candidate for state representative, and to encourage voters in our district to entrust him with your vote in the state primary election on Sept. 1.

Lanesborough Man Charged After Shots Fired From Baker St. Home

On Aug. 22, around 10:15 p.m., Lanesborough police responded to the area of 69 Baker Street for a report of shots fired.