Recent E. Coli Detection in Pontoosuc Lake Confined to Lanesborough

During the Lake Management Commission's second meeting on Thursday, members received an update on the situation.

Cheshire Cruz Nite Returns Aug. 8

For 35 years, the event has brought the community together for a daylong event, featuring a rock wall, bounce house, games, a car show, raffles, food trucks, performers, and more.

Pittsfield's Highland Restaurant Closing After 90 Years of Business

On Sunday, the restaurant announced on social media that August will be its last month in business.

The Round Stone Barn is 200 as Hancock Shaker Village Celebrates

The community was invited to come to the village for free and take part in a wide range of activities including tours, live music from Ida Mae Specker Trio and Tanglewood, demonstrations, and more.

Hinsdale Can Get Plants Closer to Home Thanks to New Center

The Hinsdale Garden Center has been open since April and is a new spot to get perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, herbs, vegetables, and more.

Adams Creates Time Capsule to Be Opened in 25 Years

As America celebrated its 250th anniversary, Adams looked toward the future by creating a time capsule to preserve pieces of the community for future generations.

Youth for the Future: Sharaya Keele

Volunteer coach Sharaya Keele is pursuing her basketball dreams while helping to teach others who may have the same goal.

Auto Express Opens Second Location in Dalton

Auto Express celebrated the opening of its second location Friday, serving up food from Ozzie's Steak and Eggs.

New Eagle Street Shop Has the Perfect Toppers

Patricia Welch, who has more than 60 years of hatmaking experience, recently opened Tip Top Hats at 16 Eagle St.

Colegrove Summer Program Capped With North Adams Recreation

The planes were paper, the buildings cardboard and Main Street was a hallway at Colegrove Park Elementary School, but the setup represented nearly two weeks of creative research and design by the pupils in the public schools' 21st Century Summer Program.

Friday Front Porch: A Colonial in South Pittsfield

Are you looking for a home with timeless character and thoughtful updates? Then this home on Warwick Street may be the perfect fit.

Air and Water Quality Testing Planned for Pittsfield High

The district will test air and water quality at Pittsfield High School as it prepares to request funding for "in need but not dire" renovations.

Hancock Shaker Village Celebrations Round Stone Barn's 200th

For two centuries, Hancock Shaker Village has been home to the only circular barn ever built by the Shakers, and on Sunday, the museum will be celebrating the landmark's bicentennial.

@theMarket: Oversold Tech Rebounds in Relief Rally

Late in the week after a further drubbing, the technology sector staged a rebound from a deeply oversold position.

Dalton Officials Seek Answers on Safety for Main Street Intersection

Earlier this month, the Select Board voted to request that the state conduct a traffic study of the area and provide recommendations for potential safety improvements.

Dalton Fire District Looks to Update Fees, Infrastructure

The Fire District is looking to help update sewer and water infrastructure as well as update its fees for unpaid water bills.

North Adams Selected for $2.5M Pilot 'Creative District' Program

Hockey Tournament Raises Funds for Youngster's Fight with Cancer

Until the day Liam Lescarbeau can rejoin them on the ice, the Berkshire County hockey community has his back

The Retired Investor: A New Road for Housing

Congress passed a bill this month that some call the most significant piece of housing legislation in almost 40 years. It is called the 21st Century Road to Housing Act.

Seafood Restaurant Planned for North Street, Pending Liquor License

You may notice a different look to the former Iztac Mexican Restaurant — the brightly colored front entrance has given way to a more subdued, moody facade.

Weekend Outlook: Barn Birthday, Musical Nights

Check out the events happening this week including musical nights, turtles, and more.

Dalton Board Talks Short-Term Rentals

Municipalities across Berkshire County have been grappling with how to regulate these rentals, and now the conversation has reached Dalton.

Berkshire Museum Holds Grand Reopening

The pouring rain pattered against the Berkshire Museum's tall lecture hall windows as officials gathered Wednesday to celebrate the museum's grand reopening following its historic renovation.

Teacher of the Month: Allison Zustra

Students in Brayton Elementary School pre-kindergarten teacher Allison Zustra's class develop a love of learning through play, music, movement, and hands-on activities.

Companion Corner: Gabby at Second Chance Animal Shelter

Gabby has the zoomies but she'll slow down for a family to snuggle with.