LVBC Annual Virtual Fundraiser: 30 in 30

04:00PM / Wednesday, May 29, 2024Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Literacy Volunteers of Berkshire County (LVBC) will hold their 5th annual virtual fundraiser, "30 in 30," through the RunReg.com platform.

Participants are encouraged to pledge to complete 30 miles of walking, running, hiking, or biking from June 1 to June 30. The event is open to individuals across the United States.

To participate, individuals must register on the event's website, https://www.RunReg.com/30-in-30-2024, with a registration fee of $35. Upon completion of the event, all participants will receive a t-shirt. Additionally, participants can solicit support from friends and family through donation pledges linked to their names on the event website.

Proceeds from the event will support LVBC's mission to provide free one-on-one tutoring services. The organization encourages people to spread the word and invite friends and relatives who enjoy outdoor activities to join the cause.

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Dalton Fire Makes Quick Work of Gasoline Fire

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
06:26PM / Thursday, February 19, 2026

DALTON, Mass. — Firefighters made quick work of a fire that started in a garage on Main Street on Thursday at about 4:30 p.m.

Fire Chief Chris Cachat said the occupant was working on some motorcycles and "gasoline spilled, and there was a space heater that ignited."

It was going to be ruled as accidental, he said.

All the occupants were accounted for and one cat was rescued. He said there should be no problem with the occupants getting back into the house once the electrical inspector clears the

"The crews did a great job," the chief said, adding the late afternoon provided for more hands. "Perfect time of day to have something like this happen. We were able to get in here, get it knocked down."

The Fire Department was supported by police, Hinsdale, Windsor and Pittsfield fire departments, County Ambulance, the Water Department and Eversource.

Main Street was closed from Weston to Depot street for about an hour and half.

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