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Vermont Turkey Brood Survey in July and August
If you see a flock of turkeys in Vermont, the department asks you to go to the turkey brood survey on its website to report your observation, including where and when you observed the turkeys with the number of adult and young turkeys you saw.
Local Author Facilitates Connections Through 'Dig' Experience
Local author Kristen Crabtree had created a pop-up experience called "The Live Dig" that welcomes curious strangers to find a connection within themselves.
Neal Announces $600K in Funding for Charlemont Fire Truck
The Fire Department has a new firetruck thanks to a boost in funding for rural communities.
MassDOT: Overnight Construction Operations on I-90
Lane closures in place during various hours, Monday, July 13, through Thursday, July 16
Cheshire Seeks Options West Mountain Runoff
The recent increase in rain has exacerbated an ongoing issue of flooding in the neighbors of West Mountain and Curren Roads.
MassWildLife: Recognizing the impacts of overabundant deer
White-tailed deer are an important part of the Massachusetts landscape, but when there are too many deer, forest health can suffer.
Berkshire Health Systems Dedicates Fairview Hospital Laboratory to Gene Dellea
Berkshire Health Systems has dedicated the renovated Fairview Hospital Laboratory to Eugene Dellea, the longtime former president of Fairview and the former Hillcrest Hospital, and a senior leader at BHS for decades.
West Nile Found in Pittsfield Mosquitoes
West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Pittsfield.
Pittsfield Honors Disability Pride Month
The city marked Disability Pride Month with a flag raising on Thursday, recognizing the right of every person to be seen, valued, and included exactly as they are.
Friday Front Porch Feature: General Williams House
Are you looking for a large historic home to celebrate family in? Then this might be the home for you.
Car Crashes Into Main Street Home in Lenox
A sport utility vehicle veered off Main Street, traveled through some greenery, and struck the front of a historical home on Friday afternoon, toppling its porch pillar.
Pittsfield Lifeguard Update for 2026 Summer Season
The City of Pittsfield began a search for qualified lifeguards in March of 2026. After several months of unsuccessful attempts to fill the lifeguard positions, the city is unable to provide lifeguarding for the 2026 season.
Pittsfield Animal Control Commission Eyes Animal Abuse Registry
The Animal Control Commission organized itself late last month and floated a couple of areas to address.
Friends of Pontoosuc Advise Spring Pause for Fishing
The Friends of Pontoosuc Lake surveyed the lake after it was treated with aquatic herbicides to control invasive vegetation.
Natural Bridge Plans Focus on Accessibility, Safety and Viewing
A public session on the 25 percent design was held virtually on Wednesday night; DCR will be accepting comments for the next two weeks.
Berkshire Savings Bank Redevelopment Receives $4M From State
The former Berkshire County Savings Bank redevelopment has been boosted by $4 million from the state.
Drought Conditions Worsen in Western Mass
This means Berkshire County is in a level 2, significant drought.
Weekend Outlook: Summer Fun
Check out the events happening in Berkshire County this week including shows, free days, and more summer fun.
Neal: Housing Act Offers Opportunities for Homebuyers
The critical need for affordable housing has been widely recognized nationally and a recent bipartisan housing package aims to help address that.
Access Stairs Planned at Pontoosuc Lake
The city is planning to enhance access to Pontoosuc Lake's south shoreline with a staircase from the boardwalk and a couple of stair sets to the water.
North Adams Looks to Regulate AI Use in Public Systems
The City Council is considering ways to control the use of so-called artificial intelligence for public services.
Ninja Playground in Lee Begins Construction, Seeking Sponsors
There will be a grand opening of the playground that will take place on Saturday Aug. 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. and will feature celebrity ninjas, remarks from local, state, and nonprofit officials, vendors, and a chance to play on the obstacle course with guided instruction.
Nature Conservancy Opens Dedicated Trail in Mount Plantain Preserve
The Nature Conservancy has celebrated the opening of a new nature trail and the removal of the Becker Pond Dam.
Clarksburg Awards Bid for Middle Road Work
Rifenburg Construction Inc. of Troy, N.Y., had the winning bid of $1,142,420.
Police Suspect No Foul Play on DOA at Wahconah Park
The Pittsfield Police Department suspects no foul play in the death of an individual found on Wahconah Park's property on Monday.
Author and Garden Designer to Speak at Ventfort Hall
A tea will be served after her presentation.
Adams Fire District Looks at Expenses, Mulls Expansion
The Fire Department is seeking grant funding for full-time firefighters and pondering how to repair or replace a fire engine.
Pittsfield Releases School Start/End Times for Fall
The Pittsfield Public Schools have released start and end times for the 2026-2027 academic year with the middle school restructuring in place.
Pittsfield Audit Committee Begins Work
The city received two bid responses for an independent audit, and a recommendation will be made later this month.
BIC Expansion to Begin This Fall
The effort is supported by $5.2 million from the state, and another $2 million was earmarked through an economic development bond bill. Pittsfield has also committed $1 million in GE Economic Development Funds.
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