Community
Berkshire United Way Celebrates a Century of Service
Berkshire United Way celebrated 100 years of service on Wednesday with hundreds of community members at the Colonial Theatre.
Pittsfield Co-op Recognizes Employees for 40 Years of Service
Like most long-tenured individuals in financial service institutions, they began as tellers. Both experienced banking before technology became the norm and remember paper processes, applications and documentation.
Adams Review Library, COA and Education Budgets
The Finance Committee and Board of Selectmen reviewed the public services, Hoosac Valley Regional School District and McCann Technical School budgets on Tuesday.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Wright Building TIE
The Community and Economic Development subcommittee has supported tax incentives for the rehabilitation of the Wright Building and the former Jim's House of Shoes.
Great Barrington Launches Community Liaison Project
Jovanina Pagano and Sylvana Proaño will work directly with community organizations and residents, particularly those community members who experience marginalization, to build meaningful, reciprocal relationships between residents and the town government.
Historic Valley Campground Opens in May; Commissioners Get Update
The Windsor Lake Recreation Commission has been charged with researching fees and amenities at campgrounds
Pittsfield Kayak Kiosk Proposal Triggers Concern
A proposed kayak rental kiosk at Onota Lake has triggered concern from city councilors and community members.
Dalton Fire District Prioritizes Ambulance, Fire Improvements in Budget
The Fire District is anticipating a budget of $3,516,650 for fiscal year 2025, an increase of $820,196 from last year.
Lenox Community Center: 'Keep on Driving'
Scheduled for April 17 at 1:30 pm, the event seeks to offer residents essential knowledge to enhance their driving skills and stay updated on licensing matters.
Pittsfield Businesses Named Finalists Economic Impact Awards
According to MassEcon, the Economic Impact Awards celebrate companies throughout the Commonwealth for their contributions to the state's economy.
Pittsfield Council OKs Arrowhead Sewer Extension
The approximately 700-foot extension includes the installation of two deep manholes and will connect two other properties to the city sewer.
North Adams Council Takes Next Steps for Fines, Fee Changes
Some of the city's fines are $50 and the solicitor recommended rescinding the adoption of 20A and adopting the more recent version of the law, 20A 1/2, which supports the higher fines.
Williamstown Board Votes to Remove Town Flag From Meeting Room
The Select Board has agreed to remove the town flag a year after town meeting established a bylaw restricting the use of flags on public property.
Former Dempsey Pediatrics Joins BHS Umbrella
Effective Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Dempsey Pediatrics became Berkshire Health Pediatrics, retaining the majority of the office staff and clinical care team and welcoming Dr. Adam Gicewicz to the team of caregivers.
Vietnam Veterans, Outgoing VVA Members Honored in Pittsfield
The annual ceremony recognizes National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which is on March 29. A coalition of local veterans has been holding it for about 50 years, placing wreaths on the Vietnam War Veterans Memorial in Park Square to honor those lost.
Mountain Bike Club Wheels Out Vision for Trail Network
A local group of mountain bikers is looking to build a trail network within and beyond Williamstown.
Berkshire County Regional Housing Renamed 'UpSide413"
The new name will not change its work, as it is meant to clarify the services that are offered and the core mission.
Berkshire County Views the Eclipse
The partial solar eclipse was seen and heard in the city as people turned out to experience the celestial event in various locations.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 9-12
The city will be sharing additional updates on new road work planned for the late summer/early fall at a later date.
Marchetti Releases Details of New 'First Fridays at Five' Events
Mayor Peter Marchetti released details on Friday of the new event that combines the beloved Third Thursdays and the First Fridays Artswalks. It is a collaboration between the city, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., and the Downtown Pittsfield Cultural Association with the first occurring on May 3.
Lecture on the History of the Williamstown Public Library
Griffin is a Williams College graduate, a retired professor of English, and a resident of Williamstown since 2003.
MassHousing Hosting First Time Homeowner Event
The event will be an informational session for first-time homeowners, meant to provide resources and materials for next steps, mortgages, and first-time buyer educational courses.
Regional Planning Commission Calls for Fixes to Site Plan Review Bill
The regional planning commission's community planning program manager told the executive committee that HB 3551 was worth passing even if all the changes proposed by the municipal lawyers association do not make it into the final version of the bill.
BNRC Ensures Many Forks Farm Will Continue Under New Farmer
It took some time but, ultimately, with the help of the Berkshire Natural Resource Council, Wyrrick and Comstock were able to work out a plan for Many Forks Farm to continue under Comstock's ownership.
PCTV Outlines Asks for New Cable Contract
Board President Sue Doucette and Operations Manager David Cachat laid out the community television station’s requests in the next 10-year contract.
DOR: March Revenue Collections Total Near $4 Billion
Monthly collections up $182 million or 4.7 percent vs. March 2023 actual; $129 million above benchmark
Dalton Fire District to Hold Informational Session April 10
The Dalton Fire District will be having an informational session on Wednesday, April 10, at Wahconah Regional High School starting at 6:30 p.m.
Eclipse Will Darken the Skies on Monday
he Berkshires won't see a full eclipse on Monday as we're south and east of the path of totality, but we should see about 94 to 96 percent of it.
Mass Receives Federal Funding to Expand Digital Access
New "Internet for All" funding stream will address digital divide statewide through digital skills training, device access, and internet affordability
Arrest Warrant Issued in Pownal, Vt., Homicide
The Vermont State Police Thursday announced they have obtained an arrest warrant for a Massachusetts man on a murder charge arising from a fatal stabbing Feb. 6 in Pownal.
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