Community
'Legend of Georgia McBride': Lots of Sass, Sequins and Hardly a Drag
This jukebox musical, now playing at the Colonial Theatre through Aug. 16, is more than a drag show.
John Barrett and Andrew Fitch Candidates Forum On Aug. 13
Incumbent John Barrett will face challenger Andrew Fitch in the Democratic Primary on Sept. 1.
EPA, GE Conducting Vernal Pool Study on Housatonic River
A pilot study will determine the best way to remediate PCBs from vernal pools in the Housatonic River.
Pittsfield Hasn't Seen West Nile Mosquitoes in Weeks
On Wednesday, the Board of Health heard an update from Chris Horton, superintendent of the Berkshire County Mosquito Control Project.
Site 9 has Another Interested Buyer
Coakley said they have received a purchase and sale agreement but before signing, there have to be assurances that the company has the financial requirements to construct the building.
BCarc Name Assistant Director of Human Resources
McKayla Lewis Named Assistant Director of Human Resources
BRTA Sees Highest Ridership to Date
The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority has recorded its highest ridership in the history of the authority.
A Life in Motion: RSVP Volunteer Gertrude Willey Turns 100
On July 6, Gertrude Willey celebrated her 100th birthday, but after more than three decades of volunteering in her community, she says staying active is the secret to her longevity.
Pittsfield Council Preview: DEI Office Rename, Playground Grants, and City Audit
On Tuesday, the City Council will see a request to rename the DEI office, $80,000 in grants for Williams Elementary School's playground renovation, and a proposal for the city audit.
Berkshire County to Elect DA, Governor, More in Primary Election
Pittsfield and beyond will elect a Massachusetts governor, attorney general, district attorney for Berkshire County, and other positions in the 2026 state election.
North Adams Animal Control Commission Holds First Meeting
The new commission will oversee local animal control cases and hear public appeals. Prior, a single hearings officer made animal-related decisions.
Historic Mausert Block Enters New Era After Years of Vacancy
The overhaul of 21 Park St, is complete, with all 10 two-bedroom apartments nearly rented. There are also three units on the second floor available for rent that will be move-in ready in September.
Veteran Spotlight: Army Lt. Col. Joseph Martellaro
Joseph Martellaro served his country for a total of 34 years in the Army, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.
Pittsfield Now Has 3 Splash Pads
A splash pad is now running at Durant Park, and a mini-pitch soccer field will be installed at Crane Park this fall.
Pittsfield Conducting Housing Production Plan with BRPC
A housing production plan helps create a pathway for municipalities to build housing through specific goals while contributing public input and a survey of community needs.
Karen Allen on Harrison Ford, John Belushi, Steven Spielberg and Williamstown
This season, Allen returned to the Berkshire Theatre Group's Unicorn Theatre in Abi Morgan's "LoveSong," a play about how love changes people over time.
Williamstown Child Dies in Collision with Motor Vehicle
The Berkshire District Attorney's Office announced the fatal accident on Saturday morning.
Mass RMV Reminds Residents to Enter the 2026 Low Number Plate Lottery
Over 12,000 have entered the lottery to date, and residents must enter by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 14.
Leigh Davis Visits Dalton Food Pantry
On Tuesday, the Loaves and Fishes food pantry was gearing up for their weekly food distribution at the Dalton United Methodist Church. This week, they had a special visitor.
Friday Front Porch: A Private Escape with Exceptional Views
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 1341 Green River Rd.
Greenagers Gala Celebrates Youth Work, Community Impact
Last year's special events, including the 2025 summer gala, raised nearly $250,000, nearly 11 percent of the nonprofit's revenue.
Adams Select Board Discusses Steps for Appointing Police Chief
On Wednesday, the select board approved a framework for a candidate screening committee and heard a potential timeline for making a decision to appoint the next leader of the 18-officer department.
Pittsfield ConCom OKs Stairs at Pontoosuc Lake
There will be two stair sets on the south shoreline, and additional bank stabilization.
Berkshire South Sees $1M Earmark for Expansion
On Thursday, Congressman Richard Neal sat with Executive Director Jenise Lucey, board members, and other staff at the center to see how those dollars will help expand childcare, among other areas.
Ribbon Cut on Lee's Long-Awaited Housing Development
Sitting on the banks of the Housatonic River, this development offers one- to three-bedroom, mixed-income units in the heart of the downtown.
Pittsfield Committee Recommends Scanlon for City Audit
On Tuesday, the Auditing Services Evaluation Committee voted to advance Scanlon to the City Council for an independent audit
South County Farm Grows Community
Jen and Pete Salinetti founded Woven Roots at the turn of the 20th century on a quarter acre of land they owned in Lee.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Unpaved Roads Program Grants
MassDOT Announces $11.26 Million to Improve Local Unpaved Roads Across Massachusetts
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