Berkshire Athenaeum Launches Reader Leaders Program for Teens and Kids

A mandatory training session for teen mentors will take place on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.

Adams Community Bank Promotes Vice President of Mortgage Originations

In this new role, Kaylin will continue executing the Bank's mortgage origination strategies, driving growth in the residential lending division, and enhancing homebuyers' customer experience.

Downtown Pittsfield Cigarette Butt Containers Help Beautify Corridor

Cigarette waste recycling boxes have contributed to the beautification of North Street.

Berkshire Bach Society Hosts Exploration of Bach's Spirituality

The program will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, at the Kellogg Music Center on the campus of Bard College at Simon's Rock in Great Barrington, and at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, at The Koussevitsky Arts Center at Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield.

MassDOT: South County Bridge Painting Operations

The work will take place from Tuesday, Jan. 21, through Friday, Jan. 24, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.

SVMC Weekly Health Update: Jan. 17

McCandless Staying as DuBois Middle School Principal

McCandless began his role in July 2024, succeeding outgoing principal Miles Wheat.

Clark Art Institute Screens 'The Phantom of the Paradise'

This film is shown in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

Pittsfield Considering Nonprofit for School Investigation

The City Council and School Committee will consider a children's advocacy nonprofit to audit the Pittsfield Public Schools.

Westfield State Study Makes Local EMS Recommendations

A research project of Westfield State University made several recommendations to enhance emergency medical services within Berkshire County, including more regionalization and stable funding sources.

Community Hero: Abigail Allard

Abigail Allard wears many hats within the Berkshire County community, which gained her the recognition of our January Community Hero of the Month.

Market 32 Customers Donate Over 50K Food Bags to Local Pantries

A total of 50,902 $10 food bags filled with essential items such as elbow macaroni, peanut butter, canned tuna, and kidney beans were collected to support neighbors in need.

Weather Alert: Berkshires Getting Snow, Frigid Temperatures

The National Weather Service is also predicting bitter cold temperatures early in the week, with wind chills between 0-10 degrees Fahrenheit on Monday through Wednesday night.

Clark Art Announces Summer 2025 Exhibitions

The Clark's summer exhibitions open on a staggered schedule, beginning in May.

Governor Signs Laws Lowering Health Care Costs, Strengthening Oversight

New laws cap prescription drug copays at $25, improve access to primary care, and close regulatory gaps exploited by Steward Health Care

Progressives March for Human Rights in Pittsfield

The Pittsfield People's March was designed to unite community members, raise awareness, and promote the fundamental rights of all people.

Ghost Tour at Ventfort Hall

The tour will take place at 7 pm on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Train Car Uncoupling Closes Ashton Avenue in North Adams

Ashton Avenue was closed for nearly two hours on Saturday after one of the cars on a westbound train uncoupled.

Dalton Mail-In Ballot Instructions Had Date Error

Town voters started receiving mail-in ballots Friday for February's special election but were surprised to find an error.

Big Y Partners with Red Cross Relief Campaign in Response to California Wildfires

Now through Friday, Jan. 31st, Big Y customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate to American Red Cross Disaster Relief at all Big Y supermarket locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Berkshire HorseWorks Secures Grants to Support Literacy, Mental Health Programs

Grants from the Central Berkshire Fund, Greylock ABC Fund, and William J. & Margery S. Barrett Fund will provide access to underserved children across Berkshire County.

Pittsfield FedEx to Close This Year

The Federal Express Shipment Center on Federico Drive will close later this year.

MassWildlife: Why you shouldn't feed wildlife this winter

While people have good intentions, supplemental feeding of wildlife typically does more harm than good.

Williamstown CPA Requests Come in Well Above Available Funds

The Community Preservation Committee faces nearly $300,000 in funding requests for fiscal year 2026.

Old Williamstown Road Opened for Pedestrian Use

The state has removed hard barriers on Old Williamstown Road, allowing strictly pedestrian use.