Community
Williamstown Voters Have Choices for Library Trustees Spots
Four candidates are on the ballot for two three-year seats on the Milne Public Library Board of Trustees.
Pittsfield Senior Tax Work-Off Program Now Accepting Applications
Eligible candidates must be Pittsfield residential property owners 60 years of age and older at the time of the application.
Allendale Pines North Cuts Ribbon on Six Pittsfield Homes
Allendale Pines North cut the ribbon Thursday on the first of its planned 22 affordable manufactured homes.
Dalton Town Elections Monday, Planning Seat Vacant
Unlike recent elections, all open seats are uncontested this year, with one vacancy still remaining on the Planning Board, which will require write-in votes to fill the seat.
Morningside Closed Friday for Flooding Cleanup
Morningside Community School will be closed Friday, May 8, because of flooding in the building.
Fire District Seeks Legislative Fix for Mandatory Retirement Rule
As the Fire District continues to navigate the state's mandatory retirement age for firefighters, one thing is clear: legislative action is needed.
Free Pet Care Clinic in North Adams
For the clinic, dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers.
Pittsfield, Lake Onota Association Partner for Herbicide Treatment
Last week, the City Council voted to use $210,000 in free cash for the herbicide treatment of Onota Lake and accepted more than $46,000 from LOPA for the effort.
2nd Street: How to Seal, Expunge A Criminal Record
2nd Street to Hold Free Clinic on How to Seal or Expunge Criminal Record
North Adams School, Finance Committee Endorse $22M School Budget
The Finance Committee on Wednesday recommended a fiscal 2027 spending plan of $22 million that had been approved by the School Committee on Tuesday.
Veteran Adams Selectman John Duval Quits After Election
Duval's departure two years into his three-year term came after Kelly Rice's defeat of Christine Hoyt on Monday.
Pittsfield Teacher on Leave for Allegedly Repeating Slurs
A Herberg Middle School teacher was put on leave after allegedly repeating homophobic and racial slurs used by a student.
BHS Hospitals Earn Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditations
Berkshire Health Systems has announced that all three of its hospitals have been awarded Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation
Companion Corner: Mattie at Second Chance Animal Shelter
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
New BRPC Executive Director Shares Vision and Reflects on Role
Laura Brennan was voted as the executive director after an extensive and lengthy interview process earlier this year to replace retiring Thomas Matuszko.
North Adams Council On Aging Elder Law Presentation
The free in-person event will be held on May 13.
BCC Prepares for New President
Berkshire Community College's new leadership is coming into focus as the academic year winds down and Ellen Kennedy prepares to retire from campus.
Cheshire Holds Off on Officers Until New Police Chief Hired
The town is holding off on filling one of its full-time police officer positions until a new police chief is hired.
Pittsfield's Crosby/Conte Proposal Nearing Designer Selection
The proposal to rebuild Crosby Elementary School and Conte Community School as a combined facility on West Street is advancing to design.
Downed Line Slows North Adams Traffic, Closes Restaurant
The incident occurred just past 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday as the daily rush hour was about to start.
Clarksburg Sees Clearing Financial Skies for Fiscal 2027
The town is entering fiscal 2027 with something like a sigh of relief from a combination of budget reductions and free cash largesse.
Dalton Eyes New Software to Streamline Payroll
Since taking on the role of town manager, Eric Anderson has been finding ways to streamline operations to save on labor hours — now he is eyeing improving workforce management.
Pittsfield Panel Supports Councilors' Privacy, Lake Management Commission
Last week, the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee voted to remove city councilors' addresses from public documents and create a Lake Management Commission for Pittsfield's waterbodies.
The Mount Opens for the 2026 Season On Mother’s Day Weekend
Visitors can enjoy guided tours of Edith Wharton's elegant mansion and formal gardens, led by knowledgeable and experienced guides. In-house exhibits, displayed throughout the Mansion, provide insight into Edith Wharton, her family, and her world.
South Berkshire Community Corp. Awarded State Grant
In Berkshire County, Community Development Corporation of South Berkshire was awarded $225,000.
Trifecta of Pittsfield School Projects Moving Forward
Last Wednesday, the School Committee approved a $87,200,061 district budget for fiscal year 2027 with 13 schools and the transition to an upper elementary and junior high model.
Dalton Passes Fiscal 2027 Budget, OKs Funds for Concrete Lawsuit
The town has gotten through this year's challenging budget season with a successful annual town meeting with articles that positions itself to address a projected strenuous financial future.
Voters Pick Newcomers in Adams, Cheshire Elections
Kelly Rice decisively beat three-term incumbent Christine Hoyt in Adams and Scott McWhirt led a successful write-in vote against formr Cheshire board member Mark Biagini, winning 190-162.
North Adams Finance Committee Warned of Coming Sludge Costs
Waste treatment plan supervisor Brad Furlon warned the Finance Committee last week to expect a future 500 percent increase in sludge disposal.
Utility Pole Collision Closes East Street in Pittsfield
East Street north of Junction Road was closed off Monday afternoon after a vacuum truck apparently pulled down two utility poles.
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