18 Degrees Recognizes Connection Program Successes

Ten young people were recognized for overcoming adversity and achieving goals with the help of programs through 18 Degrees.

2nd Street Executive Director To Speak at Triad Meeting

North Adams senior community invited to learn about 2nd Street's mission

BHS Hospitals Recognized With Awards

BHS are nationally recognized for commitment to providing high-quality cardiovascular care: The American Heart Association presents the Get With The Guidelines awards for proven dedication to best practices

Dalton Police Station and Hall Maintenance Update

Building and Grounds Superintendent Jeff Burch updated the board during the Select Board meeting on Monday on the work being done to improve the conditions of the Town Hall basement where the police station is located.

Clark Art Hosts Outdoor Classical Concert and Family Concert

The first is an outdoor concert on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 4 pm on the Fernández Terrace by the Clark's reflecting pool.

Williamstown Fire District Counting Down to Construction Start Date

The district's construction adviser, Bruce Decoteau, provided the committee with a number of updates in a brief session at the current fire house on Water Street.

Greylock Welcomed Families For Youth Week 2024

This year's theme, the "Amazing Savings Race," featured a map that included key financial wellness stops, including the benefits of a savings or checking account, the 50-30-20 rule, and the power of compound interest, among other things.

Pittsfield Officer Helps Occupants Flee Early A.M. Fire

The Fire Department is crediting a patrol officer in saving the occupants of a Third Street home from a fire.

Pittsfield Goes Back to School With Tighter Cell Phone Policy

The School Committee has tightened the district's cell phone regulations but some recognize that it may not be enough.

Massachusetts Unemployment and Job Estimates for July 2024

Labor force participation reaches 66 percent, highest rate since September 2020

New Bear Population Estimate Based on 2023 Data

After a consistent overall increase from the 1970s through the 1990s, Vermont's bear population has been relatively stable through the 2000s, with periods of shorter-term growth and decline.

CATA Artists Shine at Clark Exhibit

CATA, based in Great Barrington, is a wide-ranging program that serves artists in nearly every discipline imaginable, from painting to acting to juggling to creative writing.

Wahconah Park Restoration Advancing With Support From Parks Commission

In late June, the restoration committee unanimously voted to move from the schematic design to the design development phase that will deliver full architectural and engineering plans.

Clark Art Talk: Views of Venice

William Satloff, graduate intern in the Manton Study Center for Works on Paper, presents "Views of Venice."

Berkshire Athenaeum Short Story Contest Winners

Entries were combined into five age categories with a total of 28 submissions.

Final Phase of Williamstown's Cable Mills Set to Break Ground

Three years after it received the final permitting, the third and final phase of the Cable Mills housing complex is on track to break ground later this year.

Dalton Advisory Panels Nixes Fire Station Add

The Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee eliminated the possibility of including a fire station in a public safety building.

North Adams Councilor Kayaking for Hoosic River Revival

A city councilor is paddling his way down the Hoosic River to raise funds for the Hoosic River Revival.

Temescal Facing Eviction From North Adams Plant

IIP-MA 7 LLC is asking for damages in the amount of $1,121,905.59 and "such other relief as the Court deems necessary and proper."

ROPE to Host Ghana Experience Event

Rites of Passage and Empowerment Program (R.O.P.E.) to host Ghana 2024 Experience Event - Aug. 24

Pittsfield's Site 9 to See Mill Town Development

Mill Town Capital is continuing its investment in the city by purchasing 4.7 acres of Site 9, William Stanley Business Park's largest parcel.

Mary Todd Lincoln Talk at Ventfort Hall

Weekend Outlook: Motorama, Country Fairs & Marionettes

There are a variety of events this weekend, including classic cars, marionettes, the Cummington Fair, live music, hikes, and more.

BCC Theatre Program Gets at Boost With Grant

New faculty, equipment strengthen program; applications now being accepted

MountainOne President Elected Chair of Mass Bankers

Founded in 1905, the MBA is the only Association representing FDIC-insured community, regional and nationwide banks serving consumer and business clients across the Commonwealth.