SVMC Care Connection: June

SteepleCats Swept at Home

The North Adams SteepleCats matched the North Shore Navigators through the opening three innings Sunday evening, but a four-run fourth inning proved to be the difference as the Navigators earned a 6-2 victory and a double-header sweep at Joe Wolfe Field.

Community, Investment Keep Silver Screens Lit in the Berkshires

A community drive called Save the Triplex, led by local resident Nicki Wilson, was quickly organized. It gained strong support and within several months managed to raise sufficient funds to make an offer to buy the Triplex for $1 million. Stanley facilitated the deal by providing a five-year mortgage to spread out the purchase price.

North Berkshire School Study Starts 1st Phase

The group studying the potential for regionalizing secondary education in North Berkshire went through next steps this week and established its leadership.

Arnhold Leads Greylock Thunder 18U Team to Tourney Title

Marlee Arnhold went the distance in the circle on Sunday to pitch the Greylock Thunder 18U travel softball team to a 6-3 win over the Sluggers Select in title game of the Mid Summer Storm tournament.

St. Mary's Wins Northern Berkshire Babe Ruth Tournament

Dom Newton struck out eight in five innings on the mound and went 2-for-4 at the plate Sunday to lead the Southern Berkshire Babe Ruth St. Mary’s team to a 12-7 win over Moresi and Associates in the championship game of the inaugural Northern Berkshire 15-year-old Babe Ruth Tournament at Alcombright Field.

Pandemic, Economics Transform Berkshire Moviegoing Options

The expansion and remodeling of Images Cinema at 50 Spring St. in Williamstown reflects the unusual cinematic landscape of Berkshire County in the wake of a very disruptive period that was sparked by the COVID pandemic of 2020.

Dalton to Hold Special Town Meeting Monday

The meeting will take place on Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m., at Wahconah Regional High School.

King and Confidantes Debate Hope and Change in 'American Five'

Fiction and fact meld in the regional premiere of "The American Five," now playing at the Larry Vaber Stage of the Unicorn Theatre.

Berkshire County Youth Soccer League Crowns Champions

The North Adams Soccer Club hosted the end of season Berkshire County Youth Soccer League tournament on Saturday, June 20, at the DiSanti and Alcombright complexes in North Adams.

Pittsfield Releases Draft Open Space, Recreation Plan

The city is soliciting feedback on a draft 10-year Open Space and Recreation Plan, with comments due by July 24.

Solid Sound 2026: Day One in Pictures

Justin Wagg spent Friday taking pictures of Solid Sound

North Shore Shuts Out SteepleCats

John Hegarty gave up one hit in five innings of work on Saturday to led the North Shore Navigators to a 4-0 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in New England Collegiate Baseball League action.

Rumbolt Law Wins Cal Ripken Minors Title

North Adams Police Department rallied from deficits of 2-0 and 3-2 before Rumbolt rallied for three runs in bottom of the fourth inning to put the game out of reach.

Adams Police Takes League Title

Behind a dominant outing from Lador Lawson and an offense that capitalized on nearly every opportunity, Adams Police defeated Adams Community Bank 10-0 in five innings Saturday to capture the Adams-Cheshire League championship.

Teacher of the Month: Lynn Shortis

For close to 38 years, Lynn Shortis has devoted herself to providing visually impaired students with the confidence, skills, and resources they need to thrive in their educational and personal journeys.

New Traffic Light, Raised Crosswalks on Pittsfield's West Street

The traffic light at the intersection of lower and upper West Streets is now active, and there are a few raised crosswalks on the corridor.

CrossFit Pittsfield Expands into New Space

CrossFit Pittsfield has expanded to a new home to meet the fitness needs of its customers.

SteepleCats Rally Late for Road Win

Owen Arias hit a two-out, two run single in the top of the seventh to erase a 5-4 deficit and send the North Adams SteepleCats on to a 6-5 win over Upper Valley in New England Collegiate Baseball League action on Friday.

Dalton Police Association Wins League Championship

Tye Shove struck out 14 hitters in 5 and two-thirds innings on the mound and hit a home run and a double at the plate Friday to lead the Dalton Police Association to a 3-2 win over Realty Street in the championship game of the Dalton-Hinsdale Little League.

Lanesborough OKs Open Space Plan, Short-Term Rental Forms

Town Administrator Gina Dario discussed the draft for STR registration and certificate of inspection since the new bylaws were passed at the annual town meeting.

Letter: Old Town Garage Site Should Host Farmers Market

Dalton Swap Shed Seeks Volunteers; Wahconah Umbrella Club Designs Shed

The initiative provides individuals the opportunity to leave items they no longer need and/or take some items they need for free which prevents usable items from being tossed in landfills, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.

Pittsfield Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak

On Thursday, June 25 at 2:52pm, the Pittsfield Fire Department responded to 41 Shaker Lane for a reported gas leak.

RSNE Wins Cal Ripken Majors Title

Williamstown RSNE Thursday beat Wildcat Sports Group of Lee, 12-7, to win the Berkshire County Cal Ripken majors division championship.