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North Adams Planners OK MCLA Arts Center, Italian Restaurant
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' new arts center was given the go-ahead by the Planning Board on Monday.
'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.
North Adams Library Friends Receive $25K Bequest From Late Paul Gaudreau
The Drury High graduate had great respect for the library and its service to the city, said his good friend Richard Taskin, and had entrusted him with the check before his death on Sunday at the age of 64.
Adams Outdoorsmen for Youth Mark 50 Years
Some 200 or so people lined up on Saturday night for a taste of moose meatloaf, deer roast, salmon and turkey pot pie.
Pittsfield Ice Rink Closed for Season
Pittsfield's new ice rink had a short season because of unpredictable weather, and the city is soliciting memories about the Wahconah Park grandstand before it is demolished.
Friday Front Porch: Luxurious Lakefront Property
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 140 Hancock Road.
Northern Berkshire Black Bears Bring Home League Title
The NBYHL travel squad capped its season last weekend with a 2-1 overtime victory over Saratoga Springs, N.Y., to capture the Northern New York State Hockey League “A” Division Championship.
Pittsfield City Council Confirms Police Chief, Honors Brewery Owner
The City Council has confirmed Marc Maddalena as chief of the Police Department.
Love of T Foundation Peer Support Program Keeps Expanding
The Love of T Foundation has consistently grown its peer support program over the last few years, reaching almost 900 people in 2025.
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.
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires: Resilience and Renewal
This in-person event will be held at Temple Anshe Amunim, 26 Broad Street in Pittsfield.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports $15M for Water Plants, Files Wastewater Ask
Morales reported that the city will take a step back and revisit the basis of WWTP design, and return with a refined proposal that addresses concerns.
CBRSD Member Towns Will See Higher Assessments
Despite budget cuts made by Central Berkshire Regional School District, its seven member towns can still anticipate higher assessments.
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.
Companion Corner: Banner at 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.
Weekend Outlook: Make Sure to Wear Green
Check out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend including St. Paddy's events, crafts, movies, and more.
Dance Fundraiser to Support Boston Children’s Hospital
The event will support local business owner Tony Riello, who will run April's Boston Marathon as part of the hospital's Miles for Miracles team.
Williamstown's Cost Rising for Emergency Bank Restoration
The cost to stabilize the bank of the Hoosic River near a town landfill continues to rise, and the town is still waiting on the commonwealth's blessing to get to work.
Lanesborough Elementary Robotics Team Wins Berkshire Title
For the third time in four years, Lanesborough’s pupils came out on top of the heap ... of Lego blocks.
Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Lt. Col. Peter Uchmanowicz
Peter Uchmanowicz served his country for 24 years in the Air Force and Air National Guard, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.
Pittsfield Queries Community on Open Space, Recreation Needs
The city is progressing with its 10-year update of the Open Space and Recreation Plan with another public hearing held last Thursday.
Clarksburg Students Write in Support of Rural School Aid
The students focused on the hardships for small rural schools and their importance to the community — that they struggle with limited funding and teacher shortages, but offer safe and supportive spaces for learning and are a hub for community connections.
Create an Ad: Coggins Auto Group
Fourth-grade students at Bennington Elementary School illustrated the exciting experience of purchasing a Toyota or Honda at Coggins Auto Group as part of our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.
Into Light Exhibition Includes Forums, Gallery Walks to Highlight Substance Abuse
Thirty portraits are on display at Hotel Downstreet, part of an initiative to use the arts and storytelling to humanize substance abuse disorder.


























