Community
Barrington Stage Company Black Voices Legacy Awards
Shirley Edgerton, Dennis L. Powell, Wanda Houston, Sherrie Bethel, John Bissell, Dr. Frances Jones Sneed, Dashine Moore, and John Lewis to be honored in Feb. 24 celebration
Berkshire Community College Names Presidential Finalists
Presidential Search Committee has recommended four finalists who will be participating in on-campus interviews and forums in the coming weeks.
Southern Berkshire Annual Brochure Photo Contest
The winning photos will appear on the cover of our magazine-size publication that is distributed throughout the Berkshires all year.
North Adams Airport Commissioners Discuss Next Steps for Restaurant
Earlier this year, Williams College offered to donate used kitchen equipment that is no longer needed because of an upcoming renovation. That equipment is scheduled for delivery in May.
Community Members Join Flying Cloud Board
FCI announced that Faith Gagliardi and Caitlin Greer Meister have joined the organization's Board of Directors.
Williamstown Planners Eye Consultant Help on Mixed-Use Proposal
The Planning Board has decided to seek more input before moving ahead with a proposal that would encourage more mixed-use development in the town's business zones.
Adams' Park Street Bridge Weight Restrictions Change
The state Department of Transportation informed the town of the load rating change for the 16.7-foot girder bridge at the end of January.
Adams Fire District Holds Special Meeting Thursday
Voters in the Fire District will decide on six articles for a special district meeting on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the firehouse.
Pittsfield Council Sees BRTA's Proposed Route Changes
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority's new administrator outlined proposed route realignments to the City Council last week for fiscal year 2027.
Suspect Arraigned in 'Horrific' Dragging Case
A Hancock man accused in last week's dragging death of William Colbert, 69, is being held on $250,000 bail.
Nomination Papers Now Available for Dalton Annual Town Election
Several key municipal positions will appear on this year's ballot, offering residents the opportunity to serve in various capacities within the local government.
Icy Rain, Snow for Berkshires Today; More Snow Forecast This Weekend
The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter storm advisory to North Berkshire, Southern Vermont and the New York Capital District.
Dalton Power Program Could Save Ratepayers Money
Since 2015, the town has had an electric program in an effort to stabilize and make energy costs more affordable.
Healey, Driscoll's Campaign Stop Talks Housing, Health and ICE
Gov. Maura Healey acknowledged challenges and touted successes on Tuesday to a packed room at the former Johnson School on Tuesday.
Mount Greylock School Committee Hears Budget Requests, Pressures
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Thursday heard the final rounds of fiscal year 2027 budget requests and heard why those — or any — discretionary increases in spending will be difficult in the year that begins July 1.
Healey Announces Housing Development Supports at Former Pittsfield Bank
Gov. Maura Healey stood in the former Berkshire County Savings Bank on Tuesday to announce housing initiatives that are expected to bring more than 1,300 units online.
Zonta Club Honors Local Women
Jackie Melendez, President of the Zonta Club announced that this year five area women will be honored for their contributions to support and empower women.
Great Barrington Fire, Police Respond to Chimney Fire
Firefighters made quick work of a chimney fire on Tuesday afternoon and two police officers aided the occupant in escaping the building.
North Adams First Congregational's 'Share the Love' Campaign Returns
Now in its fifth year, the First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign returns to assist organizations aiding those in need in Northern Berkshire County.
North Adams' New Kimbell Building Taken at Foreclosure Auction
Mortgage-holder MountainOne Bank was the only bidder at the auction, taking the historic building for $1,248,000. It was held in the entrance lobby at 85 Main by Daniel P. McLaughlin & Co. Auctioneers LLC.
Dalton Select Board to Hold Q&A Session on DCTV
The show will begin airing once the town has received enough questions to fill a 30-minute segment.
Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for CDBG Annual Action Plan
CDBG funds are provided annually to the City of Pittsfield through an entitlement grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.
Christian Center Surveys Needs, Proposes Changes
The Christian Center wants community feedback to fuel a potential name change and expanded programming.
Williamstown Fire District Readying Fiscal 2027 Budget
The Fire District is projecting a 3.18 percent increase in its operating budget for fiscal year 2027, according to documents shared with the Prudential Committee and its Finance Committee.
Arrest Made in Pittsfield Hit-And-Run
A Hancock man Monday was arrested in connection with last week's fatal hit-and-run accident in Pittsfield, police said.
Dalton Trustees Want to Restore Chapel as Columbarium
The cemetery trustees are slowly working to make the Main Street Cemetery's chapel usable again.
East Housatonic Bridge Restricted to One-Lane
Structural concerns have closed one side of the bridge on East Housatonic Street, making that section of the busy road limited to one lane.
MassDOT: Becket Daytime Bridge Repairs on I-90 Eastbound, Westbound
Lane closures in place Tuesday, Feb. 17, through Friday, Feb. 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County
All other regions remain unchanged, including Berkshire County that remains at a normal drought level.
New Practice Focuses on Dental Care for Children
A new dental practice is focused solely on ensuring Berkshire County children have bright smiles.
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