Stairs Proposed to Increase Access on Pontoosuc Lake Shoreline

The city plans to ensure access along the south shoreline of Pontoosuc Lake Park with stairs funded by the Community Preservation Act.

Pittsfield's Kirvin Park Ecological Restoration Staged for Spring

A timeline has been laid out for Kirvin Memorial Park's floodplain and habitat restoration that begins early next year with the selection of a contractor.

Pittsfield Parks Commission Backs Pontoosuc Access Plan

The plan proposes 150 feet of live stake planting removal on the 940-foot stretch of shoreline.

Williamstown Celebrates New Fitness Pad

The new fitness pad on Stetson Road includes a series of differently sized blocks that facilitate step exercise for people of varying ages and abilities.

Pittsfield Council Accepts $200K for Outdoor Ice Rink

On Tuesday, the City Council accepted a total of $200,000 from five local organizations for a portable ice rink system at Clapp Park.

Pittsfield Looks to Improve Access at Pontoosuc Lake Shoreline

Because the area is shared with boats, the north side of the park is staged for a formal swimming area with a beach.

Williamstown Making Progress on Recreation Initiatives

New recreation opportunities are popping up around town this summer with more to come, officials hope.

Comments Accepted on Kirvin Park Ecological Improvements

The project will improve the conditions of approximately 17 acres in the floodplain of Sackett and Ashley Brooks.

Parks Commission Hears Complaints Over Pontoosuc Park Shore Access

A site visit to the south side of Pontoosuc Lake Park on Tuesday turned combative at times as attendees passionately voiced their discontent on renovation work they say limits access to the water.

Pittsfield Public Camping Ban Sparks Outrage at Council Meeting

A proposal to ban public camping ran into pushback from residents and councilors last week.

Pittsfield Ice Rink Effort Sees $125K Gift

Philanthropic support has boosted the city's plans to revive long-cherished days of outdoor ice skating.

Pittsfield Looking to Increase Safety at Public Beaches

The Parks Commission on Tuesday discussed a request from resident Daniel Miraglia to require life jackets or floatation devices on all swimmers at city-owned public beaches.

Williamstown Dog Owners to Select Board: 'Let Us Deal with It'

The Select Board on Monday was told that it should let the people who walk their dogs in the Spruces Park decide how the 114-acre town-owned park is managed.

Park Vandalism Has Pittsfield Looking to Enhance Enforcement

Following significant wintertime vandalism of park facilities, the city is looking at a streamlined process for barring those who cannot follow rules and regulations.

Springside Pump Track Planners Want Time, City Commitment

They first came to the commission in 2020 looking to donate a pump track and bike skills park to Pittsfield, citing the plot behind Reid Middle School as a great spot for accessibility to the Morningside neighborhood.

Pittsfield Opens Splash Pads After Repairs to Wintertime Vandalism

Splash pads at the Common and Clapp Park were operational just in time for this week's summer heat wave.

StoryWalk Planned for Williamstown's Margaret Lindley Park

With Funding Acquired, Residents Updated on Pontoosuc Lake Park Revisioning

The project is closer to breaking ground thanks to a $500,000 boost from the state Executive Office of Energy Environmental Affairs that will be matched by city funds.

BRPC Launches Outdoor Recreation Website

Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's new outdoor recreation website connects residents and visitors with the county landscape while promoting the region.