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Wahconah Grandstand Demo Beginning Monday
Earlier this month, Pittsfield held a "Farewell to the Grandstand" event to celebrate its past and look forward to the future.
MassWildlife: Turkey troubles
Spring is wild turkey breeding season, and that can mean an increase in aggressive behavior. To reduce wildlife conflict, avoid feeding turkeys.
Lee Breaks Ground on Public Safety Building
Ground was ceremonially broken on the town's new public safety building, something officials see as a gift to the community and future generations.
Fairview Hospital Entryway Impacted by Facility Upgrade Project
Effective Monday, April 27, 2026, the main hospital entry on Lewis Avenue will be altered.
Weekend Outlook: Spring Cleaning, Baby Animals
Check out the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend including clean ups, jazz night, and more.
Business Briefs: Brodie Plans, Bank Settlement
A group of investors who purchased Brodie Mountain three years ago is proposing a $200 million investment to revive the defunct ski area into a "premiere" New England destination.
Community Development Corporation of South Berkshire Welcomes Two New Board Members
Both bring professional expertise and a shared commitment to strengthening communities through expanded opportunity, economic vitality, and access to affordable housing.
Adams Seeks to Increase Income Limit for Property Tax Exemption
The Board of Assessors is seeking to adjust the eligibility criteria for its senior citizen property tax exemption following a substantial decline in recipients.
MCLA Selects Pennsylvania Educator as 13th President
The board of trustees on Thursday voted 8-2 to offer the 13th presidency of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts to a Pennsylvania higher education executive.
Pittsfield Schools Officials See FY27 Budget for 13 Schools
Right after the School Committee voted to close Morningside Community School, members saw how it will affect the fiscal year 2027 budget.
Companion Corner: Orion Still at Second Chance Animal Shelter
Orion is a 7- to 8-year-old pit bull mix who has been at Second Chance Animal Shelter since 2021.
Lee Library Hosts 'Jacob's Pillow in Lee, Mass.' Exhibit
A new public history exhibit, "Jacob's Pillow in Lee, Mass.," will open June 1, in the Scolforo Gallery at the Lee Library.
Adams Earth Day Clean-Up Saturday
Earth Day has come and gone but community members are continuing to make strides to clean up their neighborhoods in recognition of it.
MountainOne Invests Over $160K in Donations, Sponsorships During First Quarter of 2026
Support spans youth development, economic growth, health services, and cultural initiatives across the Berkshires and South Shore
NAPL: From Bagels to Business
Wednesday, April 29 at 5:30PM at the North Adams Public Library
Lenox Chamber of Commerce Job Fair
This annual event brings together local and regional employers with job seekers from across the Berkshires.
Greylock School Project Groundbreaking Next Week
And while ground has technically already been broken, the ceremonial event will happen next Tuesday at 1 p.m.
North Adams Airport Welcomes Flight School
The flight school has three locations in New York state; the North Adams operation will be its fourth. It offers private and commercial pilot training, as well as discovery flights, among other services.
Springside Park Clean Up
This year marks 45 years of consecutive spring clean up efforts by different organizations and volunteers dating back to 1981.
Former Miss Hall's Teacher Arraigned on Rape Charges
A former teacher pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to three counts of felony counts rape related to his tenure at Miss Hall's School.
Monument Mountain Teacher Receives Award from The Mass Council for Social Studies
Veteran educator recognized for his dedication to students at Monument Mountain Regional High School
BRPC Appoints Program Managers for Public Health Planning, Public Health Services
Lydia Shulman, newly appointed Public Health Services Program Manager, has been an a part of the BRPC team for more than four years.
North Adams Lions Holding Membership Info Session
The North Adams Lions Club is hosting a free membership information session on Wednesday, April 29, at the Bounti Fare in Adams.
Cheshire Increases Transfer Station Prices to Address Deficit
The town has adjusted its pricing for the transfer station to address annual shortfalls stemming from rising costs.
Mount Greylock Students in Argentina For Cultural Exchange Program
Fourteen Mount Greylock seniors boarded a flight for Argentina this past Friday, to immerse themselves in a transformative experience.
Shipping Business PostNet Opens on North Street
The owners are siblings Bina and Gary Patel. Gary Patel also owns the convenience store A-Mart right next door.
Pittsfield Council Sees Traffic Petitions
Several traffic requests were made at the City Council's last meeting, including a query about the deteriorating Dalton Avenue overpass and an ask to fix the raised crosswalk on Holmes Road.
Berkshire Athenaeum Celebrates Earth Day with Computer Recycling
The event is made possible through a partnership with the Dell-Reconnect residential recycling program.
MCLA Green Living Seminar Series: Exploration of Rivers as Living, Thinking Beings
Join the global effort April 24–27 and celebrate the Commonwealth’s incredible biodiversity.
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