Pittsfield Lake Commission Meets for First Time

The Lake Management Commission organized its leadership and discussed some foundational topics on Thursday, such as water quality and safety.

Pittsfield Treats Lakes for Eurasian Milfoil

Pittsfield ConCom OKs Shrubbery at Pontoosuc Lake

The Conservation Commission OKed some new wetland restoration plantings at Pontoosuc Lake Park during its recent meeting.

Pittsfield Panel Supports Councilors' Privacy, Lake Management Commission

Last week, the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee voted to remove city councilors' addresses from public documents and create a Lake Management Commission for Pittsfield's waterbodies.

Cheshire Eliminated Harbormaster Post

The Select Board last week voted to eliminate the post of harbormaster and turn the boat over the Fire Department at the request of both the police and fire chiefs.

Lake Management Commission Proposed for Pittsfield

Mayor Peter Marchetti has proposed a Lake Management Commission to handle issues with Pittsfield's waterbodies.

Ways to Cool Off this Summer

Make sure to get outside during the tail end of summer and enjoy some of the water the Berkshires has to offer.

Parks Commission Hears Complaints Over Pontoosuc Park Shore Access

A site visit to the south side of Pontoosuc Lake Park on Tuesday turned combative at times as attendees passionately voiced their discontent on renovation work they say limits access to the water.