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Classical Beat: Enjoy Great Music at Tanglewood, Sevenars Festivals
As Tanglewood enters its fourth week, stellar performances will take center stage in Ozawa Hall and in the Koussevitsky Shed.
Thunderstorms Leave Downed Trees, Wires and Debris Across North County
A severe thunderstorm hammered parts of North and Central County on Tuesday night, downing trees and limbs and leaving more than 5,000 customers without power.
Safety Solutions Proposed for Berkshire Mall Intersection
Last week, abutters approached the Select Board with concerns about drivers ignoring stop signs and speeding through the area. Target owns its building and is the lone business left on the property.
National Weather Service Issues T-Storm Watch
The Berkshires, Eastern New York and parts of Southern Vermont are under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. on Tuesday.
Berkshires Get $60K in Cyber Security Grants
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the award of nearly $7 million in federal grant funds to local governments and state agencies to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and reduce cyber risk for public agencies statewide.
County Ambulance Recognized for Quality Cardiac, Stroke Care
Mission: Lifeline EMS is the American Heart Association's national initiative to advance the system of care for patients with high-risk, time-sensitive disease states, such as severe heart attacks and strokes.
BMC Community Pharmacy Recognized for Quality Care
The Berkshire Community Pharmacy at Berkshire Medical Center has achieved accreditation by Accreditation Commission for Health Care, citing the quality of its Specialty Pharmacy Services.
United Counseling Service Wins Wellness Award
This award is presented each year to organizations across the state that make employee wellness a priority.
Expanded Dalton Day Set for July 20
Dalton Day on Saturday is being expanded this year to include a car show, more local food, Irish dance troupe, children's activities, a town mascot, and plenty of music.
Great Barrington Announces Personnel Changes
Risen joined the town in September 2023 as office administrator for the town manager and selectboard, after working in administrative roles in the town of Sheffield.
CHP Van To Visit West Stockbridge
The van will offer urgent care services, wellness checks, and COVID or flu vaccines.
Plan in Place to Address Condition of Dalton Home
A plan to address the dilapidated condition of the house at 27 Mountain View Terrace is coming together, the homeowner says during Wednesday's Board of Health Meeting.
Dalton Fire District Sees Potential in Former Dalton Garage
The Dalton Garage would open the doors to so many possibilities, members of the Fire District said during a walk-through of the building last week.
County Cornhole Tour for Seniors Stops in Adams
Today, the backyard sport has a presence on national television, merchandise ranging from boards to customized beanbags and partnerships with organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs and Special Olympics.
Berkshire County Arc Golf Event Raises $45K
Berkshire County Arc raised $45,000 at its 29th annual Golf Classic held this summer at Berkshire Hills Country Club.
Big Y Investigates Conn. Skimmer Incident
Big Y supermarket discovered skimmers in two of its Connecticut stores last month.
Berkshire Harm Reduction Sets Open House at New Site
Berkshire Harm Reduction will hold an open house to show off its new Pittsfield location and to provide the public with an opportunity to learn more about its work addressing a critical community need.
Pittsfield Working on Decades-Old Drainage Issue in Ward 3
Water runoff reaching the drainage outlet behind the property is flooding it, unable to reach an intermittent stream meant to carry that runoff.
Latinas413 Awarded Grant to Bolster Core Programs
Latinas413 is a first and second generation immigrant organization.
Greylock Canine Club Owner: More Dogs, Please
Greylock Canine Club owner Peter Umbrianna is always surprised when owners drop off their dogs at his South Williamstown doggy day-care.
Artists Needed To Beautify North Adams Electrical Boxes
In an effort to continue the beautification of the city, ten electrical boxes at downtown intersections have been chosen to showcase a new collection of artwork from local artists.
A Thousand Flock to Designer Showcase Fundraiser at Cassilis Farm
More than 100 volunteers helped the showcase come to fruition.
MassDOT: South County Road Work
Lane closures will be in place during the construction operations, and traffic will be able to travel through the work zones.
Bishop West Real Estate Raises $25K for Berkshire Humane
The $25,000 raised will directly assist the Berkshire Humane Society in funding its various programs aimed at improving the lives of animals in need throughout the Berkshire County area.
MassRMV Announces 2024 Low Number Plate Lottery
298 total license plates available this year. Applications will be available online beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, June 17, and will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 16
Cheshire Road Closures
Residents in these areas should plan accordingly roadways will be closed to thru traffic.
North Adams Plans $350,000 Restoration of Library Belvedere
Mayor Jennifer Macksey told the City Council on Tuesday that this funding comes from the Massachusetts Preservation Commission.
Free Screening of Video on Appalachian Trail Tom Levardi
The short film follows Tom Levardi, who has been a supporter of the hiking community over the last 45 years by allowing Appalachian Trail hikers to camp in his back yard.
ConCom Greenlights Pontoosuc Lake Park Improvements
On Thursday, the commission issued 36 conditions for the city project that include a new boardwalk, access stairs, paring improvements, seasonal docks, and a new swimming beach on the park’s two properties at 1447 North St. and 40 Hancock Rd.
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