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Pittsfield Firefighters Douse Pile of Burning Ovens
A fire in the parking lot of B&G Restaurant Supply is being investigated as arson.
North Adams OKs Liquor License for New Restaurant
Door Prize, which previously had operated as a pop-up at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, was approved for a full liquor license this week.
Neal to Host 2025 Military Service Academy Day
The event will take place at noon in the Davis Auditorium at the Springfield D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts, 21 Edwards St.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Schedule and Utility Work for May 5-9
The city advises that on-street parking will be prohibited on these streets between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. while work is underway.
Dalton Select Board Tables Old Dalton High Site Assessment
The Select Board voted to postpone consideration of the Old Dalton High lot for the proposed public safety facility assessment until after the annual town meeting.
Social Security Concerns Fuel Pittsfield 'May Day Strong' Rally
At the first of several May Day Strong events this weekend, community members rallied in front of the Conte Federal Building in Pittsfield with signs such as "Stop Trump's Terror" and "People Over Profits."
Senator Mark Announces May Staff Office Hours in Berkshire County
Residents of the Senator's Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire District are invited to discuss state legislation or seek assistance with state agencies. No appointments are necessary.
Molari Appoints Rosa Barnaba as HealthCare Coordinator
Barnaba has completed training as a Community Health Worker.
Pittsfield School Officials Refer PHS Report to State Records Supervisor
On Wednesday, the School Committee voted to refer the investigative report to Manza Arthur, supervisor of records with the secretary of state's office, and ask her to return a proper redacted report to release to the public.
Clarksburg Has Buyers for Cruisers; OKs Exemption Income Hike
The board had voted to dissolve police department in March and rely on the State Police. The two cruisers, including one purchased in 2021, have been taking up space in the garage ever since.
Clarksburg School Officials Cut Fiscal 2026 Budget by $90K
The cuts include a reduction in hours in the school for the dean of students, cutting the tuition to Drury High by a third, imposing tuition for 4-year-olds in prekindergarten and trimming supplies and training.
Weekend Outlook: Carnival, Spring Festival, and More
The Gillette Shows Carnival is back this Thursday and will run through May 11.
Hoosic River Revival Celebrates New Billboards and Launches Public Space Initiative
The event will celebrate the installation of two new billboards in downtown North Adams along the Hoosic River.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Short-Term Rental Zoning Amendment
The city is closer to defining its regulations on short-term rentals and, in turn, being able to keep track of them.
Dalton Fire District Approves Tentative Budget
The Fire District's Prudential Committee approved an anticipated budget of more than three million during its meeting on Wednesday.
Lanesborough Picks Information Panel for Public Safety Proposal
On Monday, the Select Board voted to form a public safety building informational outreach committee and re-appointed four members: Dean Clement, Daniel MacWhinnie, Mark Siegars, and Lisa Dachinger.
GE Plans for PCB Removal Gets OK
Approximately 75 percent to 80 percent of the material to be removed from the river will be transported hydraulically without the need for any trucks.
May Day Protests Planned in Berkshires
Residents in Berkshire and Bennington County, Vt., are planning to join thousands of others in May Day protests across the nation.
Berkshire HorseWorks Equine-Assisted Reading Program for Children
The program will be facilitated by Eagala-certified practitioners Hayley Sumner, an Equine Specialist, and Caitlin Scott, a Speech-Language Pathologist, at the Berkshire HorseWorks campus in Richmond.
Clarksburg Sees One Race for War Memorial Trustee
The annual town election is Tuesday, May 13, from noon to 7 p.m. at the Community Center.
Triplex Cinema and Great Barrington Libraries Announce "Banned Books on Film" Series
The Triplex Cinema is a nonprofit organization presenting a variety of films and programs.
Truck Crashes Into Pittsfield's Samel's Deli
A two-vehicle crash resulted in a pickup truck crashing through the front of an Elm Street eatery Wednesday morning.
Pittsfield Firefighters Respond to Two-Alarm Structure Fire on First Street
No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
North Adams Public Schools Announce Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities for Drury High Graduates
The application deadline for all scholarships is June 1st. Applicants require a Google account to apply online and submit their transcript electronically.
Lanesborough Facing Over 6% Budget Increase
Town Administrator Gina Dario said the operating budget's 6.27 percent increase is the highest in her three years as town administrator.
Trees, Tall Grass Will Delineate Williamstown Dog Park
The Select Board on Monday saw regulations that will govern a fence-free "dog park" that the town plans to establish at the Spruces Park.
Community Hero: Retired Senior Volunteer Program
For more than 50 years, generations of seniors have donated their time to community organizations in the Berkshires through the Retired Senior Volunteer Program.
Longtime Fire Chief Robert Czerwinski Passes Away
Several fire departments that had worked with Czerwinski announced his passing on Facebook to acknowledge his impact on their communities and to give condolences to his family.
2025 Berkshire Nonprofit Awards Honorees Chosen
The Berkshire Nonprofit Awards recognize the accomplishments and dedication of the people who work in the nonprofit sector.
Central Berkshire Record Show Spins Back on May 4
A lineup of DJs will spin music throughout the day. They include Pup Daddy Productions (Tim Dupree), DJ Ketchabone (Michael Keleher), Wes Nelson of Belltower Records, Ed Martuscello, and Ed Pelkey.
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