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North Adams Man Arrested Following String of Vehicle Break-ins

North Adams Police Officers have investigated numerous motor vehicle break-ins across the city over the past two weeks

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Windsor Lake Closed on Sept. 23 for Treatment

The date was moved because of expected bad weather.

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Adams Posts Permanent Police Chief Job

The town is seeking an experienced law enforcement or security officer who's worked in a supervisory role for at least five years and be able to meet Massachusetts Peace Standards and Training Commission standards.

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InTouch Wellness Center's New Owners Keeping Atmosphere, Adding Services

Newlyweds Abigail and Dylan Hilchey took over the 23-year-old business after former owner Marc Freedman decided to sell.

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Pittsfield Police Make Arrest in Weekend Stabbing

Police have arrested a suspect in a stabbing that occurred near Pearl and Eagle streets over the weekend.

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Berkshire United Way Launches Annual Campaign, Pilots Childcare Options

On Thursday, board members, supporters, and beneficiaries gathered at the Country Club of Pittsfield to mark the nonprofit's yearly fundraising campaign.

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Mount Greylock Names 2027 National Merit Commended Students

Three high school students at Mount Greylock Regional School have been commended to the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program.

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Lenox Hosts Annual Apple Squeeze Saturday

The 45th annual Apple Squeeze will transform downtown Lenox this month into a bustling autumn celebration featuring more than 100 regional artisans, food vendors, and community organizations.

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Nearly 100 Compete in Lee's Main Street Mile

Noah Hassmer and Michaela Grady were the top male female finishers at the Main Street Mile on Saturday.

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Local Veterans Weigh In on 'Hometown Heroes' Banners

Umlauf and fellow veteran Charles Roberts sat down at the Michael Kennedy American Legion Post 152 headquarters to talk about what the Hometown Heroes banner program means to them and how much they look forward to seeing the program come to the northwest corner of the commonwealth.

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No Injuries in North Adams Two-Car Accident

The northbound vehicle came to rest against a small tree, while the other vehicle spun onto Ashland Street.

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Pittsfield VSO Looking to Reunite Purple Heart Award to Family

Veterans Service Officer Mark Pompi is trying to reunite a World War II Purple Heart citation to the soldier's family.

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Pittsfield: Should Park Square Be an Historic District?

The committee drafting a proposed local historic district around Park Square wants to generate interest and participation in the process.

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Governor Expands Joint Active Shooter Response Training Statewide

More Than 1,000 First Responders Complete 35 Courses This Year

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Berkshire Fife and Drum Keeping Traditional Cadence Alive

Berkshire Drum and Fife was built on the region's loud heritage, and instructor Michael Eagle wants to keep that tradition thundering into the 21st century.

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Nonprofit Spotlight: Berkshire Place

For this month's Nonprofit Spotlight, iBerkshires sat down with Berkshire Place's Administrator Chanel Hayes, Administrative Services Director Julie Gavin, and Executive Director Edward Forfa to give us an insight into the organization.

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BRPC, BDAO to Host Community Forum on Kratom

Under this temporary order, retailers may not display, sell, or distribute Kratom products, though they may store them out of sight.

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North Adams Airport Commission Hesitantly Backs Hangar Project Despite $115K Shortfall

The Airport Commission hesitantly continued its support for the T-Hangar project, which leaves the airport on the hook for $115,000.

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Rev Tor Band Celebrating 30 Years

Berkshire Theatre Group presents Rev Tor's 30th anniversary Jam on Friday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at The Colonial Theatre.

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MassDOT Launch of 2026–2027 Safe Routes to School Funding Opportunities

Programs will support safety improvements along walking, biking and rolling routes near public schools

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Northern Berkshire United Way Kicks Off Annual Donation Campaign

Northern Berkshire United Way kicked off its 91st campaign drive this week, wrapping up a yearlong celebration of its nine decades supporting local services.

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Parish of St. John Paul II Hosts Fall Fest & Bazaar

The Parish of St. John Paul II is hosting its annual Fall Fest & Bazaar on Sunday, Oct. 11, from 9 to 4 p.m., rain or shine.

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Winter Garden Preparation Talk Set at Stamford Library

The Stamford Community Library will present a program on "Putting Your Garden to Bed for Winter" on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m.

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