Local Public-Access Stations Face Funding Challenges in Streaming Era

Local public-access cable television channels have an important role in the media landscape of Berkshire County.

Pittsfield Considers Banning Data Centers for 2 Years

Williamstown Select Board OK's 'Heroes' Banners, Names Skate Park for Max Rothschild

Unlike two weeks ago more people turned out Monday to urge the board to accept the plan to hang the Hometown Hero banners on utility poles around town between Memorial Day and Veterans Day starting in the spring of 2027.

Letter: When the Justice System Becomes a Tool for Harassment

Instead of the system protecting my right to a quiet home, it allowed the upstairs neighbors to fabricate allegations and bring false criminal charges against me.

Letter: Ignore President for a Day

Take a unified stand and for one day do not mention the president in any way, shape or form in any article, not even the position of office.

Pittsfield Airport Solar Panels to Generate Millions

On Monday, the ceremonial switch was flipped on 17.7 acres of solar fields at the airport on Tamarack Road. This project has been in progress since 2016, and the panels have been active since December.

Retired Eye Doctor Killed by Fallen Tree in Lenox

Dr. Bruce Evenchik, 78, was found on the trail near the parking area by passing hikers and pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders.

Youth for the Future: Addison Lee

Youth for the Future is a 12-month series that honors young individuals who are making an impact on their community. This year's sponsor is Patriot Car Wash

North Adams Reschedules Boxcar Races, BBQ Cook-Off Oct. 2

Organizers report that a limited supply of boxcar kits and fully built cars remain available for last-minute entries.

Pittsfield Making Progress on MSBA Asks

The School Committee heard updates on two aspiring MSBA projects: renovations to Pittsfield High School and a rebuild and consolidation of Crosby Elementary and Conte Community School on West Street.

State Auditor DiZoglio Pushes for Beacon Hill Transparency

More than a dozen people filled Nessacus Regional Middle School's auditorium Thursday as DiZoglio outlined her belief that power on Beacon Hill has become concentrated among a small number of House leaders, limiting legislative debate and creating what she described as a system of "rewards and punishment" to influence lawmakers.

Cheshire Man Faces Charges in Multiple Vehicle Crash

A Cheshire, Mass., man is being charged with gross negligence in operation and leaving the scene of an accident after a crash Saturday night that heavily damaged at least a half-dozen parked cars.

Rip City 14U Team Wins N.Y. Tournament

Ryker Williams went 3-for-3 with four runs batted in Sunday to lead the Rip City 14-and-under travel baseball team to a 17-3 win over the DP Canes in the championship game of the Perfect Game tournament on Sunday.

Berkshire Force 16U Softball Hosts Tournament

The Berkshire Force 16-and-under travel softball team this weekend went 3-2-1 at its Fall Frenzy tournament.

Veteran Spotlight: Navy Bosun's Mate Ray Boucher

Ray Boucher served his country for eight years in the Navy during World War II and the Korean War as a bosun's mate, third class.

How Is Pittsfield Being Surveilled? Councilors Want to Know

Ward 2 Councilor Cameron Cunningham and Ward 7 Councilor Katherine Moody have asked for reports on the surveillance technology Pittsfield uses.

Oct. 17 Opening Planned for Williamstown Skate Park

The festivities, scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m., will feature a demonstration by a professional skateboarder, food and music to celebrate the long-sought publicly/privately funded facility.

National Grid Urges Customers to Be Aware of Rising Scam Calls

If contacted by someone claiming to represent the company, National Grid recommends that customers always ask for identification.

After More Than a Century, Heating Failure Puts Adams Turners' Future at Risk

For more than a century, generations have gathered for dances, community gatherings and bowling at Turn Hall, but that longtime tradition is now in jeopardy after the building's aging heating system failed.

Four Pets Lost in North Adams Fire

A cat may be the cause of a fire that forced a woman to flee her home on Saturday night and lose four of her five pets.

'Laps for Liam' Benefit Walk Set at Abbott School

Culpepper is asking community members to walk "Laps for Liam" Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 to 3. Event rain date will be Oct. 10, again from 11 to 3.

Two T's Thrifting Moved to Park Street

Two T's Thrifting was opened by Trisha Carlo in January. The name is a homage to her late partner, Tom Bradley, who died in 2022. She said they both loved thrifting together.

Dalton Looks to Boost Recycling Through Education, Hauler Regulations

Recycling is a required part of curbside collection for Dalton residents and businesses, and now an education campaign has been launched to ensure the community understands the requirements.

MountainOne Brings a Day of Summer Fun to Camp Russell

Campers spent the morning with MountainOne and enjoyed the giant tiger bounce house, popsicles, and a special visit from Mo before joining him for a reading from MountainOne's award-winning storybook series.

Berkshire Built: Roxie's Barkery

Since 2020, Roxie's Barkery has been making all-natural treats for dogs after owner McKenna Burzimati realized there weren't many options for pet owners.