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Pittsfield School Committee Approves Long-Anticipated Teacher Contract
The School Committee last week formally approved a three-year contract with the United Educators of Pittsfield after more than a year of negotiations.
Veteran Spotlight: Coast Guard Capt. Robert H. Potter Jr.
Robert H. Potter Jr. served his country in the Coast Guard for 29 years from, 1995 to 2024, retiring as a captain and commanding officer of Air Station Cape Cod.
New Williamstown Elementary School Principal Named
The deputy director of academics of a Holyoke charter school will be the new principal of Williamstown Elementary School starting on July 1.
Golden Eagle Restaurant in Battle over Toxic Chemicals Threat
The owners of the Golden Eagle Restaurant say they have been dealing with the negative affects of a gasoline spill that happened decades ago.
Purple Cow Watch Co. Keeps Timepieces Ticking
The new shop repairs, restores and custom builds watches, including his Purple Valley brand, and sells brand-name timepieces.
PCTV To Host Eatza Pizza Fundraiser
The event will feature seven of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires.
Pittsfield's Park Square Eyed for Historic District
Could Pittsfield have a historic district? A local panel will explore the idea.
Governor Launches $25 Million Scholarship Program for Behavioral Health Graduate Students
Scholarship applications now open to strengthen behavioral health workforce
Katie Doherty Veterans Village Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary
The village is named after Soldier On consultant Katie Doherty, who has played a crucial role in transforming Soldier On's women's veterans program.
Pittsfield Announces Concurrent Street Improvement and Water Flushing Schedules
Water mains citywide will be flushed through hydrants to remove pipeline corrosion products. Flushing will occur Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. from May 12 to May 16.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Eco-Friendly in Williamstown
Here's a chance to have a custom home built along the scenic Green River.
UPDATE: VSP Identify Victim in Pownal Hit-and-Run
State Police are investigating an apparent hit-and-run on Thursday morning that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries.
Weekend Outlook: Plays, Music and More
Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including school musicals, a carnival, a benefit race, and more. Don't forget it's Mother's Day -- here's some ideas for spending time with mom this weekend. (Note, reservations required for many events.)
Pittsfield High Concludes 'Working' Performance This Weekend
After a stressful yet exciting opening weekend of the spring musical "Working," the Pittsfield High School Proteus Theatre actors and actresses are ready to build on their success this weekend during their closing shows.
Williamstown Select Board Candidates Meet in Pre-Election Forum
Candidates Shana Dixon and Jane Patton participated in the forum at Town Hall, which was telecast by the town's community access channel, WilliNet.
Commissioned Report Clears Three PHS Staff & Faculty
Four of the five executive summaries on alleged staff misconduct at Pittsfield High School have been released, clearing so far two administrators and a former teacher.
Pittsfield Investigation Clears Wiggins of Student Improprieties
Four of the five executive summaries on alleged staff misconduct at Pittsfield High School have been released.
'Safe Haven' Facility Coming to Pittsfield
The facility will employ a "housing first" model to provide an alternative to shelter placement.
Berkshire Agricultural Groups Receive Over $124K in State Grants
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) will manage these grants through three programs: the Agricultural Fairs Infrastructure Grant Program, Farmers Market Sustainability Grant Program, and Buy Local Grant Program.
Adams Selectmen OK Transfer for Cruiser Purchase
The Selectmen approved a plea from the police chief on Wednesday to dip into reserves for a new Chevrolet Tahoe cruiser at $75,000.
Second Round: Dalton Town Meeting Passes Recall, Capital Plan Bylaws
After a contentious first meeting on Monday, the annual town meeting continued on Wednesday.
Clarksburg Board OKs Sale of Cruiser to MCLA
What town officials hoped would be a simple matter of disposing of two police cruisers turned into a difficult debate on money, timing and integrity.
BHS Appoints Two Community Leaders to Board of Trustees
BHS announced the election of Ashley Benson, MSW, LICSW, and Matthew Lauro of Mountain One Bank to the BHS Board of Trustees.
North Adams Letter Carrier Food Drive Scheduled for May 10
This year, the Friendship Center will collaborate with letter carriers to collect donations in North Adams, Clarksburg, and Florida Mountain.
Clark Art Hosts Mother's Day
Between 11 am and 1 pm, visit the Manton Study Center for Works on Paper to view a specially curated selection of prints, drawings, and photographs depicting the many facets of motherhood.
Berkshire Carousel Reopening June 14
Aside from carousel rides, the grand opening will feature games, food, and the unveiling of some renovations.
Clarksburg School Opens School Choice Spots for Next School Year
These are first open spots since 2023 as the school's residential enrollment has risen over the past few years. But with 12 pupils forecast for Grade 1, officials felt confident in opening school choice.
Pittsfield Holds First Hearing on School Restructuring
The School Committee is expected to vote on the restructuring by the end of this school year, and another public hearing will be held at Herberg Middle School next week.
Pownal Woman Killed in Route 7 Accident
A Pownal woman was was killed Tuesday morning following a collision with a school bus on Route 7.
Volunteers Pack Meal Kits for Berkshire Pantries
Unity can have significant impacts on a community. This was demonstrated during the Berkshire United Way's annual meal kit packing event on Saturday.
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