Pittsfield Issues Call for Art for Women In Art Exhibition

The exhibit, scheduled to run throughout March at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, aims to showcase the diverse perspectives and creative voices of women artists across all career stages and artistic mediums.

Drury High School First Quarter Honor Roll

Drury High School First Quarter Honor Roll.

Monterey Marks 250th Celebration of the Knox Trail

Multiple programs at the Monterey Library and the Bidwell House Museum. Admission to all programs is free.

Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects

This work includes lining aging sewer pipes to help prevent future breaks within the sewer line.

McCann Project Bids to Be Opened This Month

The McCann School Committee has authorized Superintendent James Brosnan to move forward with the MSBA project and discussed the next steps.

South County Celebrates 250th Anniversary of the Knox Trail

Representatives from those towns were presented with plaques and proclamations, and shared stories of their communities' participation in both the Knox Trail and the Revolution.

Mass DOR: December Revenue Collections Total $4.062 Billion

Monthly collections down $285 million or 6.6 percent vs. December 2024 actual; $167 million below benchmark

Central Berkshire Approves Competency Evaluation Plan

The state is mandating that school districts develop a competency evaluation plan now that the 10th grade MCAS scores are no longer a graduation requirement.

Market 32, Price Chopper Launch Fundraising Campaign for Special Olympics

Customers invited to support inclusive sports and local athletes at checkout

The WIT Gallery Collecting Fuel Assistance Donations

The community-wide initiative invites residents and visitors to contribute funds that will go directly toward heating fuel assistance and other programs for Berkshire County households facing financial hardships.

DPU Reaches Settlement Agreement with Competitive Supplier

Direct Energy agrees to donate over $100,000 to Boston Medical Center's Clean Power Prescription program and will cease telemarketing activities for one year

Tina Packer, Founder of Shakespeare & Company, Dies at 87

Shakespeare & Company, which Packer co-founded in 1978, made the announcement Saturday on its Facebook page.

Sledding Destinations in Berkshire County

The snow is perfectly packed for a day of sledding. Head for the hills before the winter season ends.

Governor Names 6 Judges for Department of Industrial Accidents

These nominees will now be considered by the Governor's Council for confirmation.

North Adams School Committee Gets Update on Athletics

The North Adams Public Schools are continuing a shared athletic director post with Hoosac Valley Regional School District that's proven to be successful for the past several years.

Pittsfield Mayor Highlights 2025 Infrastructure Projects

Several infrastructure projects gained momentum in 2025, and miles of roads were paved or repaired.

MassDOT Annual Safe Routes to School Program Yard Sign Design Contest

The annual contest raises awareness for transportation-related themes that help support school safety for walking and biking to school and is open to students in second through eighth grade who attend participating SRTS partner public schools.

Governor Declares January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

Free DFS Cancer Screenings Doubled in 2025; Firefighters Encouraged to Take Part

Berkshire Amistad: American Waste to Aid in Honduras

More than four decades ago, Eddie O'Toole returned from the Peace Corps with the realization that good things were being thrown away when they could be used elsewhere.

Letter: Let's Celebrate Diversity in the Northern Berkshires

Cheshire Newcomer Offers Expertise to Aid in Grants

New resident Bobby Quintos wants to leverage his contacts to help the town secure grants to address infrastructure challenges and support future energy and cost-saving initiatives.

Wendy Penner to Receive the 2026 Peacemaker Award

The award will be presented at the annual Northern Berkshire MLK Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan.19, during the celebratory luncheon.

Berkshire DA Releases Victim's Name in Fatal Police Shooting

Biagio Kauvil's family had attempted to secure mental health resources for him before a well-being check on Wednesday that turned deadly.

Weekend Outlook: Winter Festivities

Check out the events happening this weekend like karaoke, bingo, snow tubing, and more.

BCC Awarded $202K for Microelectronics Project

Grant supports workforce and technology development