Community
8th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
The Keynote Speaker this year will be noted Botanist, Jerry Jenkins.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Dam Infrastucture Grants
The Dam and Seawall program focuses on enhancing the safety and functionality of essential infrastructure, which protects residents and supports local economies.
Dalton Public Safety Facility Advisory Committee Reviews Sites for New Location
Committee members limited the number of properties for the feasibility study review to four but will include a provision in its request for quotes to have a price for evaluating additional properties if that becomes needed.
Leftover CPA Funds Restoring More Pittsfield Plaques
The idea is to restore two Park Square plaques with the remaining funds: The Old Town Hall marker and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Dropping Temps, Boiler Repairs Close PHS
The school is amid a heating system replacement, as the former boilers exceeded their useful life.
Lenox Selects Jay Green as Town Manager
If he accepts the job, Green will fill the seat left by former Town Manager Christopher Ketchen. Ketchen stepped down in June after 10 years of leading the town
Winterization Begins at Pittsfield Parks
City of Pittsfield announces city parks will begin to transition for fall season
Williamstown Planning Board Digs into Dry Well Question
The Planning Board last week discussed a way to allow geothermal wells in town while protecting the aquifer that supplies drinking water to the town of 7,000.
Work Begins on New Williams College Museum of Art
The building will feature a single-story layout with expansive public spaces and integrated landscape on the site of the old Williams Inn.
Elder Services Marks 50 Years of Service to Aging Population
Elder Services of Berkshire County has assisted the aging local population for 50 years, growing exponentially from its roots with three employees on Wendell Avenue.
Drury Senior Writes Song About Overcoming Challenges
Drury High senior and Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies student drummer Zach Hillard has composed a song, "Here I Am," as a personal anthem of overcoming challenges.
Simon's Rock Family Weekend to Begin Friday
Family Weekend serves as an opportunity for parents and family members of Simon's Rock students to meet professors, advisors, and community directors, and get a firsthand look at life on the Simon's Rock campus.
CHP Berkshires Completes Dental Expansion
The state-of-the-art dental practice is the final step in CHP's dental expansion throughout the Berkshires: since 2022, CHP has established practices in North Adams, Adams and Great Barrington, in order to expand dental care access to for thousands of Berkshire County residents.
Williamstown Select Board Talks Policy on Plowing Private Ways
The Select Board last week discussed a policy to guide decisions on whether to accept private ways for snow plowing by town personnel.
USDA Funds May Aid Lanesborough Public Safety Proposal
The town would only see about $60,000 in USDA grants for the proposed public safety building but could finance it through a loan with the federal department.
BCC Cuts Ribbon on Accessible Quad
On Friday, the college community cut the ribbon on its new, accessible quad. It honors Madeline Snide, a 1978 graduate and the first paraplegic to enroll at the BCC who is credited for inspiring change on campus.
Berkshire United Way Welcomes Seven New Board Members to Board
The Berkshire United Way (BUW) Board of Directors has appointed seven new members.
MCLA Alums Honored for Excellence
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts recognized five alumni on Saturday who have demonstrated excellence in their professional and personal lives.
Governor Appoints Division of Insurance Commissioner
With more than 30 years of industry-related experience in the public and private sector, Caljouw begins his tenure on Nov. 4
Interprint Awarded Workforce Training Grant
Interprint was awarded $163,900 to train 171 workers; 50 additional jobs are expected by 2026.
State Recognizes Becket Washington Elementary for High Growth and Achievement
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education recognized Becket Washington Elementary School as one of its 2024 schools of recognition.
Big Y Kicks Off Partners of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
In Berkshire County the beneficiaries this year will include Pittsfield Berkshire Medical Center Women's Imaging Center.
Mayor Macksey Honored at MS Foundation Gala
Mayor Jennifer Macksey was the recipient of this year's Robert L.W. "Robin" McGraw Award, created by the MS Support Foundation to recognize exemplary citizenship and dedication to helping those within the community living with multiple sclerosis.
'Rightfully Hers' Tours Popup Display Tours Berkshire Libraries
The Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum in Adams, MA brings a four-panel 19th amendment history display to the Adams Free Library, David & Joyce Milne Library, The Berkshire Athenaeum, and Lenox Library this Fall.
State Air Quality Expert Offers Recommendations for Brayton School
A state air quality director says Brayton Elementary School was a victim of an underreported "natural disaster" that hit the state in late summer.
Long-awaited Greylock Glen Outdoor Center Opens to Applause
On Friday, the first milestone in the development of the 50-acre parcel was finally realized with the opening of the Greylock Glen Outdoor Center.
Dalton Lions Club to Host Country Festival
The event will feature live performances from Hotshot Hillbillies, Whiskey Sour, and Kollin Kozlowski. Dust off your dancing shoes and learn to square dance with Cliff Brodeur and Terry Hall.
Michael Cook Sr. Sentenced to 25 Years to Life
Michael Cook Sr. will serve his sentence in State Prison.
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