Community
Elizabeth Freeman Center Looks to Repair New Location
In mid-December, the domestic violence program and rape crisis center moved its main office from 43 Francis Ave. to 66 Allen St., the former 1Berkshire building.
Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and More
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more.
Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New Agents
Bishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis.
BCC Varsity Sports Program Set to Begin in the Fall
Head coaches hired for volleyball, baseball
St. Stans Teacher Honored With Excellence in Teaching Award
The award recognizes four teachers across Western Massachusetts.
North Adams Council Looks at Animal Commission, OKs Police Cruiser Deal
At Tuesday's meeting, Macksey told the council that state officials recommended that the city establish a commission, a proposal endorsed both by the local animal control officer and the interim police chief.
Dalton Town Manager Intends to Retire
Hutcheson said he decided to retire now because of the Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision.
Lee Residents Rally in Boston for Alternative Housatonic River Cleanup Plans
Lee Town Administrator Christopher Brittain hopes this will raise awareness of Housatonic River pollution in the eastern part of the state.
BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and Members
Smithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year.
Pittsfield Speller Advances to Regional Bee
The Region 4 Bee will be held virtually on March 8, 2025, at 9 a.m.
North Adams Airport Looking For New Manager
Goff, who has been the manager since 2022, did not say why he had resigned.
Pittsfield Board Mulls Short Term Rental Ordinance
n Tuesday, the board continued a vote on draft language to its March meeting.
Dalton Trucking Business Requests Changes to Special Permit
Nearly 100 people attended the meeting, both in person and on Zoom, with some expressing frustration over noise allegedly coming from the excavation and trucking company.
Watch out for tax scams
It's tax season again — which also means, unfortunately, that it's time for the annual array of scams aimed at taxpayers. Fortunately, by being alert, you can protect yourself from these attempts to defraud you.
U.S. Sen. Markey To Headline Rally in Pittsfield
There are no more seats available at the free event.
Pittsfield's WinterFest Celebrates Community
The event featured various activities, including a fire pit, sledding, s’more-making, a sled design contest and race, and more snowy activities.
Berkshire Nursing Families Trivia Fundraiser
The event will include trivia, raffles, and food in support of BNF's mission to provide feeding and parenting support for families in the region.
Non-Profit Funding Will Be Issue for Williamstown Finance Committee
Historically, town meeting voters have supported allocations to several different non-profits with allotments from the town’s free cash reserves.
TIF Proposed for Unistress Expansion
Mayor Peter Marchetti has proposed a ten-year tax increment financing agreement for Unistress Corporation's $4 million expansion, which is expected to create 50 new jobs.
Berkshire Concrete Ceases Work for Controversial Dig Site
At the advice of town counsel, all work has stopped, and Berkshire Concrete will be required to reapply for this permit under this parcel number.
W.E.B. Du Bois Center Appoints Interim Director
Lloyd has more than two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector. As interim director, he will oversee the center's strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and continue to advance the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois.
Pontoosuc Lake Park Improvements Starting Soon
Work on the south side bordering Hancock Road will kick off in March and run through the summer.
Dalton Opens Nominations for Annual Town Election
Residents interested in running for town office can pick up nomination papers at the Town Clerk's Office.
BHS Implementing Temporary Parking Changes at Medical Arts Complex
These changes will ultimately result in a more convenient and larger lot for patient parking.
Tommy's Composting Reaches Million-Pound Milestone
Mary Summers has turned one million pounds, more than 500 tons, of organic waste into compost. She hopes to triple that in the next two years.
Williamstown Finance Begins Review of FY26 Budget
The Finance Committee on Wednesday began a review of a fiscal year 2026 budget that would result in a 5.03 percent increase in the property tax levy from the year that ends on June 30.
Veteran Spotlight: Chief Warrant Officer Scott Hunt
Scott Hunt served his country in the Coast Guard for an amazing 30 years, from 1984 to 2014, retiring as a chief warrant officer.
Shutdown of Pet Microchip Company Could Affect Lost Pets
Staff at Berkshire Humane Society told us how much this could impact people if their pet gets out and is not registered.
MassDOT National Work Zone Awareness Week Billboard Design Contest
The contest aims to raise awareness of work zone safety and encourage drivers to exercise caution when passing through active construction and maintenance projects.
Drury Class Of '57 Donates to NBEMS in Honor of Classmate
Wagner served as president of Northern Berkshire EMS 29 years.
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