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Snow, Frigid Temperatures Ring in New Year
Prepare for a cold and snowy arrival of 2026.
North Adams Inauguration Set for New Year's Day
The city's new government will be sworn in on Thursday, Jan. 1, at 11 a.m. in Council Chambers.
North Adams Year in Review 2025
The year 2025 pointed to the city's future with three big projects.
Pittsfield Teachers Get Bereavement Leave for Pregnancy Loss
Pittsfield Public Schools educators can now use bereavement pay for a loss of pregnancy or a stillborn child.
Pittsfield Man Facing Charges in Hit-and-Run
A city man is facing charges in Vermont related to a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian.
New Year's Eve Celebrations to Welcome 2026
Welcome the New Year by celebrating with others at events marking the beginning of 2026, including live music, skiing, fireworks, and numerous parties.
North Adams Awarded Grant to Support First Responder Health, Wellness
City of North Adams Awarded $15,000 Grant to Support First Responder Health and Wellness
Dalton Public Safety Advisory Committee Down to 3
The Public Safety Advisory Committee is down to three members.
Pittsfield 2025 Year in Review
In 2025, the city remained challenged by the homelessness crisis, though the development of new supportive housing offered a promising outlook.
Williamstown Housing Trust Agrees to Continue Emergency Mortgage, Rental Programs
Chair Daniel Gura informed the board that its agreements with Pittsfield's Hearthway Inc., to administer the Williamstown Emergency Rental Assistance Program and Williamstown Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program was expiring at the end of the year.
Pittsfield Housing Project Adds 37 Supportive Units and Collective Hope
The ribbon was cut on Thursday Dec. 19, on nearly 40 supportive permanent housing units; nine at The First, located within the Zion Lutheran Church, and 28 on West Housatonic Street.
North Adams Double Murder Case Continued to March
Darius Hazard, 44, was scheduled for a detention hearing on Monday in Northern Berkshire District Court.
Lanesborough 2025 Year in Review: What's Going On With the Berkshire Mall?
Its current mall owners are planning an assisted living, mixed-use build, and secured Integritus Healthcare as a partner. First, the decrepit mall must be taken down.
Berkshire Towns Can Tap State Seasonal Communities Resources
Administration extends Seasonal Communities designation to 18 additional communities and launches new funding opportunities
Bill Sturgeon's 'Morning Drive' Finale Set for Jan. 6
The station moved to PCTV from Taconic High School in 2018 and had its inaugural broadcast from the new studios in January of 2019.
Central Berkshire Navigating AI in Education
The Central Berkshire Regional School District is researching artificial intelligence in education to inform future policy and practice.
Clarksburg Applying for Home Rehabilitation Program
The town is applying for Community Development Block Grant funds for a housing rehabilitation program.
Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Tech. Sgt. Samuel Currence
Samuel Currence served his country in the Air Force with distinction, professionalism and unparalleled humility from 1962 to 1985, retiring as a technical sergeant.
2025 Year in Sports: Mount Greylock Girls Track Was County's Top Story
Mount Greylock Regional School did not need an on-campus track to be a powerhouse.
Teacher of the Month: Greta Noyes
The Teacher of the Month series, in collaboration with Berkshire Community College, features distinguished teachers nominated by community members. You can nominate a teacher here.
Pittsfield Commission OKs Demo of Multifamilies
Disrepaired houses at 154 Francis Ave. and 224 Fourth St. will be demolished as part of the city's yearly efforts to address condemned properties.
New Camp Is Safe Place for Children Suffering Loss to Addiction
A new camp is offering a safe place for children who have lost a parent or guardian to addiction.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Sunny, Charming Home in Pittsfield
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 100 Northumberland Road.
Pittsfield Cannabis Cultivator Plans Dispensary
A cannabis cultivator and manufacturer has opted to sell its products on site in Downing Parkway.
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Berkshires
Another snowstorm is expected to move through the region overnight on Friday, bringing 5 to 8 inches of snow.
Pittsfield Christmas Tree Pickup Schedule
Sure, it's only the day after Christmas, but you do have to figure out how long to keep that tree up.
Dalton Officials Work to Improve E-Bike Safety
There were 33 complaints regarding e-bike usage; these included one accident, one motor vehicle stop, and nine conversations.
Westside Legends Detail Underway Housing Projects
The Westside Legends has several housing projects underway through a home ownership program that aims to buy back the neighborhood.
Christmas Eve Poem
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house ...
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