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North County Biosolid Waste Costs Jumping Up in Fiscal Year 2027
Sewage disposal fees for North Adams, Clarksburg and Williamstown residents are set to rise 17 percent in fiscal year 2027 because of the cost of compost disposal incurred by the Hoosac Water Quality District.
Drury High Weighting Grades for Honor Society
Drury High School's honor societies will take into account access to early college when calculating grades.
Lanesborough ZBA Member Mark Siegars Resigns
Heated Zoning Board of Appeals meetings, which have already led to two lawsuits against the town, have now resulted in the resignation of a board member.
Pittsfield Schools Hold Budget Hearing
The administration will present a draft fiscal year 2027 budget on March 11, and has been focused on equitably distributing resources based on need while bridging a $4 million funding gap without layoffs.
Biz Briefs: Dream Green Expands, Marie's Closes, Advice for Retiring Docs
Dream Green Recycling is now certified to destroy secure data, opening up possibilities for local municipalities and more to recycle their electronics locally.
Cheshire Shifts Focus From Merger to Improving Police Department
The proposed budget would bring general expenses, and officers and the chief's salaries to align with area police departments.
Love of T Foundation Peer Support Program Keeps Expanding
The Love of T Foundation has consistently grown its peer support program over the last few years, reaching almost 900 people in 2025.
Pittsfield Health Officials to Present Outreach Program
Wheels are moving on local health officials' plan to implement an outreach program that connects unhoused individuals with resources.
North Adams Planners OK MCLA Arts Center, Italian Restaurant
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' new arts center was given the go-ahead by the Planning Board on Monday.
Adams Outdoorsmen for Youth Mark 50 Years
Some 200 or so people lined up on Saturday night for a taste of moose meatloaf, deer roast, salmon and turkey pot pie.
Adams Health Board Discusses Short-Term Rental Regs
Short-term rentals, a topic of extensive debate in towns and cities throughout the county, have now come before the Board of Health.
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires: Resilience and Renewal
This in-person event will be held at Temple Anshe Amunim, 26 Broad Street in Pittsfield.
Pittsfield Eyes OPM for Crosby/Conte, Seeks Funds for PHS
The city plans to hire an owner's project manager for the Crosby/Conte proposal this week and pursue additional school construction funds from the MSBA.
Lanesborough Officials Begin Budget Deliberations
The Select Board and Finance Committee last week began a detailed look at the needs for the fiscal 2027 budget from the Police, Fire and Library departments.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports TIE to Overhaul Historical Building into Housing
The Community and Economic Development subcommittee supports a 10-year tax increment financing agreement for Allegrone Companies' renovation of the former Berkshire County Savings Bank block.
North Adams School Budget Up 3.5%
The School Department is presenting a fiscal 2027 draft budget of $22 million, up 3.5 percent over this year.
Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Lt. Col. Peter Uchmanowicz
Peter Uchmanowicz served his country for 24 years in the Air Force and Air National Guard, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.
Market 32, Price Chopper Checkout Campaign to Supports Local United Ways
Customers invited to round up purchases during March to fund critical community services
CBRSD Member Towns Will See Higher Assessments
Despite budget cuts made by Central Berkshire Regional School District, its seven member towns can still anticipate higher assessments.
Williamstown Police Department Attains Certification
The Williamstown Police Department last month reached a major milestone in its effort to earn accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission.
Connecticut Man Killed in Otis Tractor-Trailer Crash
Thursday's collision between two tractor-trailers on Route 8 killed one of the drivers.
RMV Announces Enhancements to Commercial, School Pupil Permit Exams
Updates strengthen human trafficking awareness and expand language access with new Portuguese and Haitian Creole exams
'Into Light': Addressing Addiction One Portrait at a Time
The "Into Light" exhibit is sketching a new path toward transforming the conversation around addiction — one portrait and story at a time.
Berkshire County Firefighters Graduate from Mass Firefighting Academy
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this week graduated 45 firefighters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program, including six Berkshire County firefighters.
Companion Corner: Mace 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.
Berkshire Pride Marks 10th Annual Pride Season
Berkshire Pride commemorates its 10th anniversary affirming "Every Day is Pride."
Pittsfield Board OKs Open Mic Privacy, Historical District Study Committee
The Ordinances and Rules Subcommittee supported requests for greater privacy when addressing the City Council and to create a study committee for a local historical district downtown.
Wisdom & Cinncinatus Lodges Donate to Berkshire Humane Society
Two local Grand Lodges of Massachusetts selected the Berkshire Humane Society for their charity donation.
Mass to Provide Free AI Training to Residents
Massachusetts residents now have a new free option to build AI skills and enhance their employment opportunities in many growing fields
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