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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.
Williamstown's Images Cinema Set for May 22 Reopening
Images Cinema will be making up for lost time when the non-profit venue reopens this month after a major renovation and redesign.
Williamstown Board of Health Backs Plastic Bag Amendment, Biosolids Bylaw
The revised bylaw would simply limit retail establishments to providing a "recycled paper bag," a "reusable carryout bag" or a "reusable or recyclable paper product bag."
Pittsfield Cleans Downtown Litter, Works on Outreach Program
There was a community pickup downtown last week, and the city wants to ensure that work is maintained after the thaw from the winter months.
NAPL: Tunneling Through the Hoosac Mountain
This event is co-hosted with the North Adams Historical Society.
Jewish Women's Foundation Solicits Grant Proposals
The Jewish Women's Foundation of the Berkshires is soliciting grant proposals from nonprofit organizations for specific projects or programs that further its mission of tikkun olam (repairing the world).
Costs, Supply & Regulations Factors in Affordable Housing Scarcity
A statewide needs assessment prepared by the the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) for the state's new Comprehensive Housing Plan had a stark analysis of the current status of housing throughout Massachusetts.
Fire Officials Offer Reminder After E-Bike Fires
Purchase, Charge, and Store Lithium-Ion Batteries Safely
Lee Bank Foundation Awards $55K In First Grant Cycle of 2026
Grant awards in this cycle ranged from $500 to $10,000 and will support initiatives aligned with the Foundation's core focus areas, including education, food security, economic development, health and human services, and workforce development.
Community, Economy, and Climate Panel with Local Leaders
Community, Economy, and Climate; a cross-disciplinary exploration of life in the Berkshires Thursday, May 7, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Doors Open: 5:30 at the Guthrie Center.
Adams Fire District Budget Adds SAFER Grant to Total
The Fire District is now eyeing a total budget of $3,633,690.73, a 26 percent increase from this year.
Fines, Appeals, Lawsuit Collide in Berkshire Concrete Dispute
The building inspector's ticket book is running thin as the town starts to issue daily fines to Berkshire Concrete for its failure to submit a revised remediation plan for the unauthorized dig site.
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