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Berkshire Nonprofit Spotlight: The Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires
The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires provides programs and services that support children throughout the year, including EEC licensed childcare, afterschool programs, summer camp, academic support, sports and recreation, swimming, arts and enrichment activities, leadership development, wellness initiatives and healthy meals.
Drag Story Hour Berkshires Free County-Wide Reading Series
Three free community events will take place in Lee and Pittsfield during Independence Day week
Housing Secretary Visits Pittsfield's 'The First'
Just five months after opening, The First has already become a community hub for individuals in need of resources or a place to decompress.
Pittsfield Board Suspends Bei Tempi's Liquor License for Underage Service
The Licensing Board voted to suspend Bei Tempi's liquor license for five days, determining that it was "more likely than not" that the bar served at least one underage patron alcohol.
Theaters Respond to Changing Customer Tastes, Studio Requirements
Local theaters also have to adapt to constantly-changing conditions and trends in the film and theater industry. This requires balancing the often-convoluted requirements of movie studios and distributors with the preferences and tastes of local audiences.
Dalton Voters Nix Mobile Tiny Homes, Approve Clean Air Funds
The two-year-long effort to implement movable tiny homes in the town’s bylaws failed during a special town meeting on Monday.
Hinsdale to Hold Public Session on Police Department Review
During the session tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30, at 6:30 p.m., Eric Diagle, Daigle Law Group principal attorney, will give an overview of the assessment and respond to questions from attendees.
State Housing Secretary Tours Downtown Pittsfield Developments
Housing Secretary Juana Matias visited Pittsfield on Monday to learn about its housing production efforts.
Pittsfield Extinguishes 4th of July Firework Display
The 2026 parade theme, "America 250 — Pittsfield Celebrates the Generations," will celebrate 250 years of the nation and Pittsfield.
Pittsfield Announces 2026 Summer Playground Program
The Summer Playground Program is a free, six-week-long, program held at Clapp Park, Durant Park and The Common that offers a wide range of recreation activities to Pittsfield children between the ages of 6 to 13.
Community, Investment Keep Silver Screens Lit in the Berkshires
A community drive called Save the Triplex, led by local resident Nicki Wilson, was quickly organized. It gained strong support and within several months managed to raise sufficient funds to make an offer to buy the Triplex for $1 million. Stanley facilitated the deal by providing a five-year mortgage to spread out the purchase price.
North Berkshire School Study Starts 1st Phase
The group studying the potential for regionalizing secondary education in North Berkshire went through next steps this week and established its leadership.
Pandemic, Economics Transform Berkshire Moviegoing Options
The expansion and remodeling of Images Cinema at 50 Spring St. in Williamstown reflects the unusual cinematic landscape of Berkshire County in the wake of a very disruptive period that was sparked by the COVID pandemic of 2020.
Dalton to Hold Special Town Meeting Monday
The meeting will take place on Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m., at Wahconah Regional High School.
King and Confidantes Debate Hope and Change in 'American Five'
Fiction and fact meld in the regional premiere of "The American Five," now playing at the Larry Vaber Stage of the Unicorn Theatre.
Pittsfield Releases Draft Open Space, Recreation Plan
The city is soliciting feedback on a draft 10-year Open Space and Recreation Plan, with comments due by July 24.
VTF&W: Composting with Bears in Mind
If you know bears are active in your neighborhood, the best way to avoid attracting them is to take food scraps to one of the drop-off stations.
Educators Gather at MCLA for Leadership Conference
The conference will open Monday, July 6, with a keynote from Julie Haagenson, founder of New Pathways, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Murdock Hall.
Solid Sound 2026: Day One in Pictures
Justin Wagg spent Friday taking pictures of Solid Sound
Teacher of the Month: Lynn Shortis
For close to 38 years, Lynn Shortis has devoted herself to providing visually impaired students with the confidence, skills, and resources they need to thrive in their educational and personal journeys.
MassDOT RMV Announces Enhanced RoadReady App
The RoadReady program and free app help parents and caregivers guide teens through the required graduated license process.
New Traffic Light, Raised Crosswalks on Pittsfield's West Street
The traffic light at the intersection of lower and upper West Streets is now active, and there are a few raised crosswalks on the corridor.
MassDOT Board Approves Five-Year Capital Plan
MassDOT Board Approves Five-Year Capital Plan to Improve Transportation, Create Jobs Across Massachusetts
CrossFit Pittsfield Expands into New Space
CrossFit Pittsfield has expanded to a new home to meet the fitness needs of its customers.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Historic Berkshire Property
Are you looking for a beautiful and historic property with room for a big family? Then this is the home for you.
Lanesborough OKs Open Space Plan, Short-Term Rental Forms
Town Administrator Gina Dario discussed the draft for STR registration and certificate of inspection since the new bylaws were passed at the annual town meeting.
Dalton Swap Shed Seeks Volunteers; Wahconah Umbrella Club Designs Shed
The initiative provides individuals the opportunity to leave items they no longer need and/or take some items they need for free which prevents usable items from being tossed in landfills, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.
Pittsfield Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak
On Thursday, June 25 at 2:52pm, the Pittsfield Fire Department responded to 41 Shaker Lane for a reported gas leak.
Berkshire Farms Awarded Farm Readiness Grants
These grants are part of $1.6 million in grants to 63 agricultural businesses across Massachusetts.
Pittsfield Council Makes Move to Hire Building Commissioner
The City Council removed residency requirements for Pittsfield's building commissioner during its regular meeting on Tuesday.
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