 Pittsfield Native Competing in Miss MassachusettsTaconic High graduate Nevaeh Williams is competing in the 2026 Miss Massachusetts Scholarship Competition this weekend in Worcester.  Annual Elk on the Trail Memorial Service SaturdayHosted by the North Adams Elks Lodge 487, it will take place at the Elk on the Trail at the Whitcomb Summit on Route 2.  Letter: Addressing the Housing Shortage in Berkshire District 1As someone who has worked directly on downtown redevelopment, community development, and local housing initiatives, I know there is no single solution. Housing is a complex issue that requires practical, balanced approaches at every level.  North Adams Airport Commission Appoints New ManagerThe Airport Commission has approved the appointment of Skyler Friedman as the airport's new manager.  Pittsfield Leader Receives Commonwealth Pride AwardBerkshire Pride's president and Pittsfield's HR director received an inaugural Commonwealth Pride Award on Wednesday at the State House. Pittsfield 'Targeted' Shooting Leaves One Dead, One InjuredAt this time investigators believe that the shooting was a targeted act.  Dalton Air Quality Report Links Dust to DigsiteAir Partners Collaborative of Needham monitored the air quality over five months — from October to April — using a network of monitoring sensors at strategic locations surrounding the site. Williamstown Planners Finalizing Draft of New Subdivision BylawThe Planning Board last week gave its final direction to the consultants hired to help the panel rewrite the town's subdivision control bylaw. Mystic Schooners Down North AdamsJamie Zee went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles and three RBIs Thursday to lead the Schooners to a 12-6 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.  Pittsfield Councilors Request Speed Bumps on Lakeway DriveCouncilors have requested speed bumps on Lakeway Drive to address safety concerns on the residential street where Taconic High School's track is located. Weekend Outlook: Juneteenth and Pride CelebrationCheck out the events happening this weekend including parades, parties and celebrations.  Holiday Hours: JuneteenthJuneteenth will be celebrated in Massachusetts as a state and federal holiday on Friday, June 19. Clarksburg Board Orders Occupant to Vacate Condemned PropertyThe Select Board on Monday ordered a moldering Daniels Road property to be vacated and referred it to the Attorney General's receivership program. SteepleCats Fall in Extra InningsThe Ocean State Waves scored four runs in the top of the 11th and went on to a 9-6 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the New England Collegiate Baseball League. iBerkshires Monthly Business Review: June 2026iBerkshires has been busy producing new content based around local businesses. Our new monthly section Berkshire Built highlights local businesses that are producing their own goods.  Companion Corner: Lucy at Second Chance Animal ShelterLucy is an 18-month-old heeler/terrier mix with energy to spare. She has been at the Second Chance Animal Shelter for about a month.  MCLA President Feted With Humor & Praise on RetirementThe college community bid farewell to President Jamie Birge last week as he ended his 10-year tenure at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. Dalton Evaluating Land Bids for Police StationFor over a year, the town has been evaluating solutions to address the deteriorating condition of its police station. Recently, a request for land acquisition proposals has introduced a new option for consideration.  Foundation Work Nearly Complete for North Adams' Greylock SchoolThe School Building Committee was updated on the progress on Tuesday night by Todd Ashford, project manager with Collier's International, the city's owner's project manager.  Lanesborough Town Election Sees Expanded Select BoardThe Select Board will now have five people serving with the addition of two more board members elected on Tuesday.  SteepleCats' Late Rally Falls Short Against NewportThe North Adams SteepleCats had two runners in scoring position in the bottom of the ninth inning but could not complete the comeback, falling to the Newport Gulls, 5-1, at Joe Wolfe Field on Tuesday night. Adams Man Gets 20 Years for Child Sex AssaultAn Adams man has been sentenced to 15 to 20 years in state prison for sexually assaulting a child.  5 Tire Problems That Could Cost You Money This SummerT&M Auto Shares What Every Berkshire Driver Should Check Before Hitting the Road Dalton Voters to Decide Moveable ADUs at Special Town MeetingIt's time for voters to decide if they want to permit mobile accessory dwelling units in town and a special town meeting has been set to do just that.  Why Berkshire Community College Is Essential to Our CommunityBerkshire Community College is central to the life of Berkshire County, and nothing demonstrates BCC's contribution to the community more than its ability to provide a trained, ready workforce. |
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