Congressman Neal, BHS Talk Local Health Care in 2026

In a time of federal funding uncertainties, community members are encouraged to maintain preventative health care, such as doctor visits.

North County Biosolid Waste Costs Jumping Up in Fiscal Year 2027

Sewage disposal fees for North Adams, Clarksburg and Williamstown residents are set to rise 17 percent in fiscal year 2027 because of the cost of compost disposal incurred by the Hoosac Water Quality District.

Pittsfield Health Officials to Present Outreach Program

Wheels are moving on local health officials' plan to implement an outreach program that connects unhoused individuals with resources.

'Into Light': Addressing Addiction One Portrait at a Time

The "Into Light" exhibit is sketching a new path toward transforming the conversation around addiction — one portrait and story at a time.

Auction to Benefit Berkshire Nursing Families Services

The Online Auction will launch on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at 9 am, and a preview of selected items is live now.

National Caregivers Day, Feb. 20: Honoring the Quiet Work That Holds Families Together

Yet over time, what begins as a few simple tasks becomes a level of financial pressure that no one anticipates.

SVMC's Wellness and Care Connection: February Updates

BHS Downgrades Respiratory Illness Alert to Low Level

Green alert reflects a low level of respiratory illness for COVID-19, RSV, Influenza and other respiratory illnesses.

New Practice Focuses on Dental Care for Children

A new dental practice is focused solely on ensuring Berkshire County children have bright smiles.

Williamstown Health Board Develops Nitrous Oxide Bylaw

The panel agreed to strengthen the draft submitted by Health Inspector Ruth Russell to strengthen the punishment for stores not authorized to sell the canisters at all.

BCArc Pilot Employment Program Receives State Grant

A state grant will provide hands-on training in health care for a dozen Berkshire County Arc clients.

BCC Holds Pinning Ceremony for Nursing Graduates

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) students honored

SVMC's Wellness and Care Connection: January Updates

CHP Welcomes New Chief Medical Officer

Most recently, Dr. Bettencourt was based in Fort Myers, Fla. where he served as Chief Medical Officer at McGregor Clinic.

Berkshire Nursing Families 22nd Annual Trivia Fundraiser

The fundraiser will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Williams Inn in Williamstown.

BHS Urgent Care North Holding Community Open House on Jan. 14?

The open house will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 5 to 7 pm, at 197 Adams Rd., Williamstown.

Williamstown Looking at How to Enforce Smoking Ban for Apartments

The Board of Health and town health inspector are consulting with town counsel on how best to enforce a ban on smoking in apartment buildings passed by town meeting in May.

Berkshires Dips Below Measles Herd Immunity

Three of the Western Massachusetts counties, including the Berkshires, have fallen below the 95 percent vaccination level for measles, mumps, and rubella to ensure herd immunity.

BHS Upgrades Respiratory Illness Alert to Moderate Level

Respiratory illnesses are impacting a significant number of BHS patients, and the changes are being implemented to enhance safety for BHS staff, patients and visitors.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Domestic Flock

Massachusetts Animal Health Officials Depopulate Impacted Backyard Flock in Dukes County

Moresi & Associates Celebrates 25 Years with Donation to North Adams Regional Hospital

This contribution was presented to NARH on Dec. 11, 2025.

Pittsfield Teachers Get Bereavement Leave for Pregnancy Loss

Pittsfield Public Schools educators can now use bereavement pay for a loss of pregnancy or a stillborn child.

Possible Measles Exposure at Boston, Logan

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday that an out-of-state adult visitor who spent time in Boston and Westborough earlier this month was diagnosed with measles and was present in a number of locations.

Elevated Mercury Level Found in Center Pond Fish

The state Department of Public Health has issued an advisory after a mercury-contaminated fish was found in Center Pond.

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.

BHS Urgent Care Opening Third Location in North Berkshire

Berkshire Health Urgent Care North will open on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, and will be open weekdays from 11:00am to 7:00pm and weekends from 8:00am to noon.

BHS Named WWCMA WorkWell Massachusetts Awards Honorable Mention

Berkshire Health Systems Named a 2025 WWCMA WorkWell Massachusetts Awards Honorable Mention for Exemplary Worksite Health Promotion: Award recognizes successful corporate health improvement and wellness program

Attorney General OKs Williamstown Ban on Smoking in Apartments

The Attorney General's Office has approved a town meeting action to implement a smoking ban for apartments with more than four units.

BMC Recognized For Hip Fracture Clinical Achievements from Healthgrades

BMC was rated 5-stars for Hip Fracture Treatment for 2026.

BHS Recognized for Digital Health Achievement

Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) is proud to announce its Level 8 achievement for both Acute and Ambulatory categories.