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Pittsfield's Peer Outreach Program Coming Into Focus
What began as a proposed ban on public camping has transformed into a charge for a peer support outreach program led by the Health Department.
Ex-Miss Hall's Teacher Indicted on Rape Charges
A former Miss Hall's School teacher accused of sexually assaulting students at the girls' school has been indicted by a Berkshire grand jury.
Lanesborough Planning Deliberates Sign & STR Bylaws
The Planning Board is a step closer to finishing draft bylaws for short-term rentals (STR) and signage to be voted at the annual town meeting.
Sibaritas Owner Plans Second Resturaunt at 41 North
The owner of Sibaritas plans to open a new restaurant in the former Jay Allen's Clubhouse Grille.
McCann OKs FY27 Budget, Assistant Principal Post
The total spending plan for the Northern Berkshire Regional Vocational District is $13,218,090, up $564,753 or 3.69 percent over this year. The budget includes a second assistant principal, a special education teacher and interest on the building repair project.
Hoosac Valley Cuts Staffing, Taps Reserves for $24M Budget
The Hoosac Valley Regional School Committee on Monday approved a level-service budget for fiscal 2027 of $23,990,355 that includes staffing cuts and use of reserve funds.
MassDEP Talks Pollution Plans for Pontoosuc Lake
The state Department of Environmental Protection has some options for restore a polluted Pontoosuc Lake back to health.
Broadlawn Farm Awarded Agricultural Grant
The grant was part of $3.3 million in funding Governor Maura Healey announced on March 11 marking the first Massachusetts Agriculture Day.
Pittsfield's Morningside School Faces Potential Closure
Interim Superintendent Latifah Phillips emphasized that no decision has been made, and that the conversation is centered on student success.
Lanesborough Reviews DPW, COA, Ambulance Budgets
The Select Board and Finance Committee had a detailed look last week at the needs for the fiscal 2027 budget from the Parks Commission, ambulance, Council on Aging, and the Department of Public Works.
Lee Elementary Students Channel their Ninja Spirit
Students at Lee Elementary School discovered how to channel their ninja spirit both inside and outside the classroom during a Neighborhood Ninjas presentation on Friday.
Lee Republicans Set Town Election Caucus
The Lee Republican Town Committee will hold its caucus from 11 to noon on Saturday, April 4, in the Town Hall Courtroom.
Williamstown Planning Board Asks for Seasonal Communities Designation, Talks Tiny Homes
The Planning Board this month voted unanimously to recommend that the Select Board ask town meeting to accept the provisions of the provisions of the commonwealth's Seasonal Communities law.
Easter Events in the Berkshires
Hippity, hoppity, Easter's on its way this April 5 ... and so are family events in the Berkshires. If you have one you want included on this list, just email us at info@iberkshires.com.
Berkshire County Commission on the Status of Women Host Public Hearing
Berkshire County Commission on the Status of Women to Host Public Hearing on March 28
Adams Designates Areas Along Route 8 As Blighted
A section of Route 8 has been designated a "blighted" area so the town can target Community Development Block Program funds toward redevelopment.
Pittsfield Council Preview: Councilor Privacy & Halting Berkshire Gas Work Permits
On Tuesday, the City Council will see requests to protect their own safety when it comes to sensitive information, and to deny work permits from Berkshire Gas due to "substandard" conditions.
Veteran Spotlight: Navy Lt. Dan White
Dan White served his country in the Navy for seven years in the 1980s, attaining the rank of lieutenant.
Governor Increases Home Heating Assistance Benefits for Massachusetts Households
During the 2024-2025 heating season, the HEAP program provided financial assistance to more than 159,000 Massachusetts households.
Mount Greylock School Committee OKs Budget Without Adding Elementary School Position
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee approved a fiscal year 2027 spending plan on Thursday that officials characterize as a "level services" budget.
Mass RMV Special License Plate Lottery for 250th Anniversary Plate Still Open
For lottery winners, all specialty plates carry a biennial $40.00 special plate fee, along with a registration fee of $60.00 if applicable.
Williamstown Group Planning July 3 Festivities in South Williamstown
A committee of volunteers is planning expanded Independence Day activities in recognition of the semiquincentennial celebration of the Declaration of Independence.
Legislative Breakfast in Pittsfield Voices Human Service Needs
The conversation focused on wages, brain injury services, transportation, and health care, as well as the corresponding Senate and House bills.
Ché Anderson Named Chair of Mass Cultural Council
Worcester leader will guide the state arts agency's governing Council and oversee search for next Executive Director
Dalton Division Road Sewer Line Questioned
As the engineering of projects for Dalton Division Road continue, some officials question the investment of a proposed sewer line.
Youth for the Future: Jonah Sanabria
Monument Mountain Regional High School student Jonah Sanabria has been selected as our March Youth for the Future.
Lanesborough Officials Clarify Relationship with Firemen's Association
Town officials had plenty of questions for the Lanesborough Volunteer Firemen's Association Inc. as they prepare a budget for fiscal 2027.
Parks Commission OKs Wahconah Park Event, Clapp Park Dugouts
Baseball dugouts are planned for Clapp Park, and in April, the community will have one last look inside the historic Wahconah Park grandstand before it is demolished.
MassWildLife: Winter wins for wildlife
This winter brought the chill—not a slowdown in our productivity. Learn how MassWildlife staff take advantage of the cold winter season.
Berkshire Museum Donates Cheshire Crown Glass to Town
A piece of history has found its way back to the town with the donation of a well-preserved pane of bull's-eye glass made at Cheshire Crown Glass Works.
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