Community
Work on Dalton's Pines Accessibility Trail Continues
The trailhead, located behind the Senior Center, is a hidden gem in the area that needs to be protected, and more people should know about it, committee members previously said.
Pittsfield Announces Disability Awareness Walk
This walk takes place following a proclamation issued by Mayor Peter Marchetti recognizing the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that was signed on July 26, 1990.
Strategic Systems Programs Sees Command Change in Pittsfield
The change in command ceremony on June 5 was presided over by Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe Jr., director of SSP.
Jacob's Pillow Celebrates Rebuilt Theater With Pop-up Dance
More than 100 community members of all ages celebrated the opening of Jacob's Pillow's Doris Duke Theatre with a community pop-up dance and open house on Sunday.
West Stockbridge to Host Annual Card Pond Beach Party
The West Stockbridge Parks & Recreation Department is scheduled to host the annual Card Pond Beach Party
Pittsfield Launches a New Municipal Website
The city encourages the public to update their saved bookmarks to the new web address.
Pittsfield Health Board Delays Nicotine Ban
The Board of Health isn't ready to adopt a tobacco ban for customers born after a certain date.
Community Members Audit Walkability of Morningside Corridor
A group of concerned community members walked a portion of Dalton Avenue on Sunday to see how it could be made safer for pedestrians.
Clothing Brand Eileen Fisher Opens in Great Barrington
Eileen Fisher established her eponymous brand 40 years ago with an eye on easy, timeless, and sustainable clothing for women.
Public Hearing Set on Pittsfield's Pontoosuc Bridge Project
The state Department of Transportation is holding a public hearing on the replacement of the Pontoosuc Avenue bridge.
McCann Students Contribute to Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall
National Honor Society students at McCann Technical School designed and produced 27 placards honoring the 27 local servicemen who died in the Vietnam War.
Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House?
Summer is when some species of bats gather in colonies to raise their young in human-made structures such as houses, barns, office buildings, and bat houses.
North Adams Reviewing Affordable Housing Trust Ordinance
The General Government Committee on Tuesday reviewed a proposed ordinance to create such a structure and continued discussion until the next meeting to allow for some language changes and more research.
No Paws Left Behind Shelter Marking First Anniversary
No Paws Left Behind, the first animal shelter in North Berkshire, is celebrating one year of being open.
MassWildlife: Protect your chickens
As backyard chicken farming has increased in popularity across the Bay State, conflict with wildlife has also greatly increased.
Rehabilitation Efforts Reignited for Historical Pittsfield Property
Efforts to save the historic William Russell Allen House have reignited with the support of Community Preservation Act funds.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Timeless Family Home
Are you looking for an architecturally interesting home with room for family and friends? Then this is the house for you.
NAPS, Public Safety Agencies Complete Emergency Coordination Drill
The daylong event brought together school officials, first responders, and emergency management personnel for a critical training exercise designed to enhance inter-agency preparedness and coordination that would be needed in the event of a major safety incident.
Dottie's Coffee Closes Sunday; Owner Rufo Says It was Time
After announcing the sale of Dottie's Coffee Lounge, owner Jessica Rufo spoke about her reasoning behind it.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: July 7 to July 11
This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Quaker Meeting House Tours
The meeting house, essentially unchanged since its construction, is located in Maple Street Cemetery.
Pittsfield Senior Center awarded AARP Grant for Disaster Preparedness Initiative
This initiative is aimed at improving disaster readiness for older adults in the Pittsfield community.
Wahconah Park on List of Historical Society's Summer Walking Tours
The Berkshire County Historical Society this summer is offering people a chance to learn about Wahconah Park's past, see the ballpark's present condition and learn about plans for a future incarnation of the city landmark.
Pittsfield Looks to Codify Flag Displays
The city is looking to codify a flag display policy that sets boundaries while allowing for municipal government speech.
Weekend Outlook: Independence Weekend
Check out some of the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend, including Independence Day events, fireflies, and more.
Berkshire Community Radio Alliance Receives Gift From Feigenbaum Foundation
The grant kicks off a 5-year project to enhance and upgrade the studio’s broadcast, recording, and training studio, which is currently being renovated as part of the extensive Mahaiwe Block renovation.
Berkshire Green Drinks: How to Protect Your Farms, Gardens, and Food from Forever Chemicals
July Berkshire Green Drinks will discuss PFAs and how the ‘forever chemicals' systematically make their way into our food and water
Pittsfield 2025 Summer Playground Program
This year's program will run from July 7 to Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at each designated location at no cost.
Adams Board OKs Salary Range for Town Administrator Ad
Interim Town Administrator Kenneth Walto said the range was suggested by Richard White of Groux-White Consulting LLC, hired in May to assist the town in its search.
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