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Utility Pole Collision Closes East Street in Pittsfield
East Street north of Junction Road was closed off Monday afternoon after a vacuum truck apparently pulled down two utility poles.
MassDOT: Daytime and Nighttime Construction Operations on I-90
All work is weather dependent
NBT Bank to Host Community Shred Day and Food Drive
The event is scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the bank's branch located at 331 State Road.
Lanesborough Prepares Free Cash Articles for Town Meeting
The proposed spending plan has an increase of a little over 10 percent.
PCTV Hosts Pizza Eatza Fundraiser
The event will feature seven of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires.
Scholarship Offered to BArT Graduates
The scholarship fund was established in 2017 to honor Julia Bowen, BArT's founding executive director.
Pittsfield School Committee to Again Vote on PHS Report Release
The School Committee will again discuss releasing a redacted version of the PHS report after confusion over a March vote.
New Pittsfield Therapy Office Offers Support to All Ages
A new therapy office has opened in the downtown area helping people of all ages.
Clarksburg Looking to Repair School Front Entrance
The town is expected to move forward with repairs to the front entrance. The concrete pad has cracked and heaved and poses a hazard.
Grammy Award Winner Keynote Speaker at Williams' 237th Commencement
The day before, Dan Harris, former ABC News anchor and correspondent, will deliver the college's baccalaureate lecture.
Massachusetts RMV to Join MyMassGov
Integration will improve security, simplify access, and create a more consistent digital experience for residents
Berkshire Gas: Call Dig Safe Before Starting Any Digging Project
A seasonal reminder highlights the importance of calling 811 to prevent injuries, service disruptions, and damage to underground utilities
From Survival to Speaking Out: Holocaust Survivor Inspires New Generation
More than a hundred students in Grades 8 through 12 filled the gym and even more watched from their classrooms as she told of her experiences being separated from her family, living under false identities, and enduring profound loss.
Pittsfield Celebrates Arbor Day at Taconic
Generations of Taconic students will pass the tree planted on Arbor Day 2026 as they enter school.
Pittsfield Road Work and Construction Updates: May 4-8
It is important to note that the schedule for each project is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
National Grid Urges Customers to Be Aware of Rising Scam Calls
If contacted by someone claiming to represent the company, National Grid recommends that customers always ask for identification.
Hoyt, Rice Face Off for Adams Board of Selectmen
The two candidates for a three-year term on the Board of Selectmen answered questions last week ranging from government transparency to use of Chapter 90 funds.
State Offers Interest-Free Downpayment Assistance for First-Time Homebuyers
Earlier this year, Governor Healey announced a $25 million investment to expand MassHousing's homebuyer assistance program so that more people than ever before can lower their upfront costs and afford to become homeowners.
Onota Lake Comes Alive for Annual Trout Stocking Event
Not even the cloudy, chilly weather could dampen the excitement as hundreds of people visited Onota Lake for MassWildlife's annual spring trout stocking event.
Adams Man Sentenced to State, Federal Prison for Child Rape
An Adams man pleaded guilty on Friday in Berkshire Superior Court to multiple counts of aggravated rape of a child and aggravated indecent assault and battery on a child under 14.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Historic Georgian Colonial
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 65 Crofut St.
Flushing of the City of Pittsfield's Water System: May 4-8
Mains will be flushed Monday through Friday each week, except holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Afterbirth: Understanding Postpartum Depression
A Community Documentary Breaking the Silence on Motherhood and Mental Health
Weekend Outlook: Flower Power
Check out the events happening this weekend including First Fridays, musicals, and more.
24th Annual Bike Month Announced
Bike activities are offered for every level and every age of cyclists.
Northern Berkshire United Way Adds Two Board Members
The Northern Berkshire United Way announced that Deborah Foss, professor emerita of psychology at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, and Annie Pecor, assistant superintendent of the North Adams Public Schools, have joined its Board of Directors.
Pittsfield Store Bringing Retro Games Back
The two are known for their own businesses doing information technology support and repair. Alderman owned QuickFix Mobile Repair and More on North Street until recently and Delsignore owns Berkshire Nexus.
Berkshire Botanical Garden's Annual Plants Sale Returns
This event marks a celebration of plants, play and community, with proceeds supporting the Garden's horticulture and education programs.
Millie Foundation Scholarships Open
Scholarship Supports Lee Students Pursuing Careers in Design Fields. The Millie Foundation grants scholarships in honor of the Scannell Sisters
Pittsfield School Committee OKs $87M Budget for FY27
The School Committee has approved an $87 million budget for fiscal year 2027 that uses the Fair Student Funding formula to assign resources.
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