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Windsor Lake Closed to Swimming
Windsor Lake has been closed following the identification of an unusual algae bloom in the water.
State Agricultural Officials Provide Update About Spotted Lanternfly
Invasive Species Reported in Over 50 Municipalities
UPDATE: Blaze at DA's Home; One Minor Injury Reported
Firefighters were called to a structure fire at the home of Berkshire District Attorney Timothy Shugrue early Wednesday evening.
Unpaid Mall Taxes Won't Increase Lanesborough Tax Rate
At the previous meeting, town officials discussed some $500,000 missing from the road district's approved budget for fiscal 2026.
Highland Woods' Residents Return Postponed to September
Coyne said it was apparent shortly after the February incident that getting the 14 damaged units back online would be a complicated process.
Ramunto's Pizzeria Reopens in North Adams
Angie Mazza the new owner of Ramunto's Pizza & Pub, but she's no stranger to Ramunto's. Mazza has been working at the restaurant for about five years in various positions.
MSBA OKs McCann, Monument School Projects
McCann Technical School has been approved for a $17 million project to update the 63-year-old school's roof, windows and doors, and Monument Mountain Regional High School for a new $152 million school.
Companion Corner: Sadie at Second Chance Animal Shelter
An older pup is looking for a home to spend her golden years is patiently waiting at the Second Chance Animal Shelter.
Mayor Says 'Misinformation' on Airport Affecting Staff, Commission
The mayor went through a PowerPoint highlighting ongoing and completed projects and challenges at Harriman & West Airport and comments made by others that she said was misinformation.
HooRWA Mushroom Walk
This program is free and open to the public and funded by a grant from the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation and sponsorship by Greylock Federal Credit Union.
Fine Woodwork Show and Silent Auction
The show takes place Aug. 30 and Aug. 31 from 9 am to 5 pm. It will be held at the Berkshire Botanical Garden
National Grid Demonstrates Dangers of Live Wires
National Grid employees demonstrated the dangers of live wires on a hot dog during a safety awareness event on Monday.
Berkshire Mall Owners Find Partner for Senior Living Project
JMJ RE Holdings LLC has announced its collaboration with Integritus Healthcare to redevelop the shuttered mall into campus-style senior housing that includes supportive and ancillary retail space.
Adams Adds Online Vital Records Ordering
This will make it easier especially for people who no longer live in the area to obtain copies of their certificates. The order form can be access through town clerk's page on the Adams website and here.
Steeple City Jiu Jitsu Open in North Adams
Business partners and coaches Jon Manley and Timothy Stys recently opened Steeple City Jiu Jitsu at 85 Main St.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Aug. 24-29
The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon weather.
Berkshire United Way Receives Donation from Eversource Foundation
This additional financial support will help BUW further invest in the work of its nonprofit partners and the people they serve, with a focus on school and career readiness, household stability, and mental health.
Pittsfield Licensing Board Wants Movement on Chili's
The Licensing Board wants to see movement at the former Chili's. If not, it could be forced to revoke the liquor license.
Macksey Stresses 'Experience' as She Launches Campaign for Third Term
Jennifer Macksey touted accomplishments over the last four years — and challenges ahead — as she kicked off her campaign for a third term for mayor.
Three Springfield Men Arrested for Motorcycle Theft
Three Springfield men were arrested for motorcycle theft on Pittsfield/Lenox Road early Saturday morning.
Adams Dog Park Gets Red-Ribbon Treatment
Pups have been enjoying the new dog park for months now but it finally got the red-ribbon treatment on Saturday morning.
Court Orders Accused Williams College Vandal into Diversion Program
The Williams College student accused of an act of vandalism on campus on the morning of June's commencement exercises was assigned on Monday to a diversion program in Northern Berkshire District Court.
September is Library Card Sign-up Month in Pittsfield
Show Your Library Card and Save this September for Library Card Sign-Up Month
Problematic Pittsfield Intersection Gets Flashing Stop Signs
The three-way stop is where Onota and Linden Streets intersect, and those traveling west on Linden Street are on an incline. The intersection is well-traveled and has two active businesses on it.
Williamstown Housing Trust Releases Funds to Northern Berkshire Habitat
The trustees of the town's Affordable Housing Trust on Wednesday committed to contributing $100,000 toward the construction of the first of four Habitat for Humanity homes off Summer Street.
Veteran Spotlight: Coast Guard Seaman James Meineker
His first assignment would take him to the Coast Guard's former ET school on Governor's Island in New York, then to the 5th Coast Guard District in Pungo, Va.
Governor Initiative To Transform Commercial Spaces Into Homes
New Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative Established by Governor Healey’s Affordable Homes Act
Pittsfield Walmart Plans Online Order Pickup Area
Walmart plans to enclose part of its garden center for an online grocery pickup area.
Governor Announces Funding, Next Steps for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Funding will help address gaps identified by the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Coordinating Council, including the need for more chargers along secondary corridors and to support Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
West Nile Virus Found in More Pittsfield Mosquitos
The city is advising residents to avoid mosquito bites and seal their homes as West Nile virus isolations continue to be detected.
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