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Pittsfield Extends Interim School Superintendent Contract
Interim Superintendent Latifah Phillips' employment has been extended to 2027.
New BRTA Administrator Keen on Getting People Where They Need to Go
The new Berkshire Regional Transit Authority administrator has officially started work alongside outing Administrator Robert Malnati.
Pittsfield's Durant Park Splash Pad Gets $200K Boost
A 700-square-foot outdoor water attraction is planned for the 2.1-acre park at 30 John Street. City officials hope to have it operational by summertime.
RFP Ready for North County High School Study
The working group for the Northern Berkshire Educational Collaborative last week approved a request for proposals to study secondary education regional models.
Adams Community Bank Makes Donations to Local Food Pantries
The funds will be distributed directly to food pantries serving families and individuals in need across the county's cities and towns.
North Adams Lifts Boil Water Order for Most of City
The city has lifted a boil water order — with several exceptions — that was issued late Monday morning following several water line breaks over the weekend.
Dalton Finance Makes Reserve Fund Transfers
The reserve fund balance is currently $60,000. This is the first reserve fund transfer the town has made this fiscal year, committee clerk Karen Schmidt said.
Clarksburg Average Tax Bill Up 4%
The owner of an average home will see their tax bill rise by about $132, or about 4.16 percent.
BFAIR Announce Promotion of Director of Day Habilitation Services
Martin has been a member of the BFAIR team since 2014.
Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects
The sewer lining will be replaced in several locations as outlined in the schedule below during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each weekday.
Williamstown Fin Comm Talks 10-Year Picture
Town Manager Robert Menicocci and Finance Director David Fierro Jr. showed the panel a chart projecting a possible course for town finances based on the current trend line.
Lenco Celebrates $5M in Capital Investments
Lenco Armored Vehicles has embarked on a $5 million capital investment project for faster, better manufacturing.
BHS' New North County Urgent Care Center Opens Tuesday
The urgent care center will occupies a suite of rooms off the right side of the entry, with two treatment rooms, offices, amenities and X-ray room.
Brown Street Bridge Reopens in North Adams
The bridge had been closed to all vehicle traffic since March 2023 after being deemed structurally deficient by the state Department of Transportation.
North Adams Issues Drinking Water Warning
Due to the multiple leaks and low pressures found throughout the system, the city is issuing the boil water requirement to the entire water system.
Pittsfield ConCom OKs Wahconah Park Demo, Ice Rink
The property at 105 Wahconah St. has drawn attention for several years after the grandstand was deemed unsafe in 2022.
Berkshires Marks the Start of Hanukkah, Mourns Shooting Victims
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires President Arlene Schiff opened the festivities with a recognition of the victims of Sunday's mass shooting in Australia and praise for a hero who helped stop the killing.
North Adams Worked the Weekend Fixing Water Line Breaks
The Water Department has been responding to multiple water line breaks throughout the city since Friday, causing temporary loss of water in some areas.
Governor Announces Federal Heating Assistance Funding is Now Available
This federal funding usually becomes available in early November, but it was delayed due to the federal government shutdown.
Coggins Auto Group Celebrates Five Years
Coggins Auto Group is also involved in events that benefit the community, including its popular annual charity golf tournament that funds local charities and organizations such as the Bennington Little League.
BAAMS Students Compose Music Inspired By Clark Art
BAAMS founder and Creative Director Richard Boulger said this project was specifically designed to develop skills for young composers.
Governor Launches Program to Support Students Returning to College
Pilot includes direct outreach to students who began, but did not complete, degrees at six public colleges and universities
Berkshire Humane Society Welcomes Two New Board Members
Lisa Sihvonen-Binder and Susan Tremblay joined the board of directors for Berkshire Humane Society at the nonprofit's annual meeting.
Most of Pittsfield School Committee Bids Farewell
The School Committee will look much different after inauguration day, as Daniel Elias is the only member who will return.
Eversource shares holiday efficiency and safety tips
Twinkle brighter for less with LEDs, timers and simple energy-saving choices
Otto's Farm Stand Donates $470 to Local Charities, Public Media
Otto's Farm Stand, a farm stand owned and operated by 8-year-old Otto Lamb and his 4-year-old sister Bea, has donated 50 percent of their sales from the 2025 season to two local organizations.
Study Recommends 'Removal' for North Adams' Veterans Bridge
Nearly a year of study and community input about the deteriorating Veterans Memorial Bridge has resulted in one recommendation: Take it down.
Friday Front Porch Feature: This Luxury Home Has Plenty of Amenities
Are you looking for a big house to enjoy your days with a big movie theater, a sauna, and more? Then this is the house for you.
No Drought Conditions In Berkshire County
Drought is a look back on conditions over a period of time. Despite some improvements, drought conditions have continued in most of Massachusetts.
Berkshire Organizations Awarded SafteyWorks Grants
In Berkshire County, Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, 18 Degrees and Berkshire County Head Start Child Development Program were awarded grants.
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