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Berkshires Natural Resources Council Awarded Appalachian Grant
One of the projects that won funding is in Washington. There, the Berkshires Natural Resources Council is working on the Depot Brook Corridor Project, located within a half mile of the Appalachian Trail to add to wildlife and climate resiliency.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife: Penalties Increase for Wildlife Offenses
Poachers who illegally shoot deer, bear, moose, or wild turkeys now face higher fines and jail sentences.
Governor Opens Application for Career Technical Education Capital Funding for Schools
Funding will add over 2,000 new career tech seats and support schools to buy and install training equipment
Elizabeth Freeman Center Welcomes Public to New Offices
The Elizabeth Freeman Center held an open house Thursday to show the community their new space.
Teacher of the Month: Amanda Reis
St. Mary's School third-grade teacher Amanda Reis has been selected as the August Teacher of the Month.
Sandisfield Orchard Preparing for Apple Season
Sandisfield Orchard is preparing for the apple-picking season, while working on expansions to support the farm for years to come.
Market 32, Price Chopper and Customers Raise Funds for Muscular Dystrophy Association
Funds support groundbreaking research and care for families impacted by neuromuscular diseases
Longtime Dalton Town Accountant Set to Retire
During her tenure, she collaborated with the town's departments to manage and document finances, enabling informed budgetary decisions.
Friday Front Porch Feature: Katydid Cottage in Lee
Are you looking for a home with enough space for a big family? Then this is the house for you.
Pittsfield Police Report Busy Labor Day Week
Pittsfield Police say the week before Labor Day was busy for calls, including a person burning an American flag in Park Square and the rescue of a young bear.
MassDOT: Advisory: South County Overnight and Daytime Construction on I-90
Lane closures in place during various hours week of Sunday, September 7
Williamstown ZBA Approves First Sign Applicant
The Zoning Board of Appeals this month approved a painted sign on a brick wall advertising a new Water Street vendor.
BRTA Fare Free Fixed Route and ADA Service
Fare free transit service is made possible through funding awarded in the Governor's FY 26 Budget.
9/11 Survivor and Inspirational Speaker to Visit MCLA
World Trade Center Hero Will Share Lessons of Courage, Trust, and Resilience with Students and Faculty
Plan for Merging Pittsfield's Elementary Zones Tabled
The School Committee is not ready to adopt an elementary school reorganization plan that moves Stearns students into the proposed Crosby/Conte building.
Hoosac Valley Begins School Year With 'New' Assistant Superintendent
Hoosac Valley Regional School District started the school year with nearly two dozen new staff and faculty changes, a new School Committee member and an assistant superintendent.
Weekend Outlook: Last First Fridays of Summer
Check out the events happening this weekend, including the two cities' First Fridays, picnics, and more.
Berkshire's Hoffmann Bird Club to Celebrate 85th Anniversary
The event will be complete with a birthday cake, and presentations from several HBC Members. The event is free and open to the public.
Pittsfield Call for Participants for Halloween Parade 2025
Floats, marchers, bands and more are wanted as the Pittsfield Halloween Parade seeks participants.
Berkshire County Kids' Place Annual Jimmy Bernardo Memorial Motorcycle Ride
This tradition honors the life of Jimmy Bernardo and raises essential funds to help children and families heal from abuse and violence.
BHS Prepares for Reopening of Medical Arts Complex Entry, Parking Area
The MAC parking area, which has been expanded and repaved, will reopen to patient traffic on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025.
Pittsfield School Building Commission Welcomes New Superintendent
The academic year has begun with a new superintendent of the Pittsfield Public Schools and the same focus on a couple of big projects.
BRTA to Update Bylaws After Complaint
The BRTA board met last week to update its bylaws and resolve an Open Meeting Law complaint.
MCLA Kicks Off Fall Semester With Breakfast, Ribbon Cutting
President James Birge's announcement that he would retire next year may have been the big news on opening day for Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, but it wasn't the only news.
Sheriff Bowler to Hold Annual Picnic
Admission is $20 and kids under 12 are free.
Companion Corner: Molly at the Berkshire Humane Society
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
The Hidden Struggle: Seniors at Risk in a Changing Climate
Too many older adults in Berkshire County, after a lifetime of work and contribution, now face the hidden struggle of poverty and the growing dangers of a changing climate.
Lenox Community Preservation Committee Seeking Proposals
Community Preservation Committee Seeking Proposals for FY27
Senator Mark September Staff Office in Berkshire County
Appointments are not required.
Clarksburg Cracking Down on Code Violators
The board had taken up the property last month because the owner has been living in trailer since the house burned down in 2021. Members had been concerned that the occupant had some place to go and was aware of possible help.
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