North Adams Holds Groundbreaking for New $65M Greylock School

As a long line of officials grabbed their shovels for the ceremonial dirt toss, the old school was being taken apart behind them and forms for the footings for the new school were being installed across the way.

Elevated Sodium Levels in Adams Well Water Sample

A recent routine test of the town's well water revealed elevated sodium levels, prompting officials to urge at-risk residents to take precautions while further testing is conducted to determine the cause

Show-Cause Hearing for Pittsfield Bar Continued Again

Bei Tempi will have a show-cause hearing for its liquor license in May after police brought forward pictures that appear to show underage patrons drinking.

Mount Greylock Preparing to Open for Visitors

The roads to Mount Greylock will open for the season on Saturday, May 16. Sperry Campground opens on Friday, May 22, and Bascom Lodge is expected to open on Saturday, May 23.

Housing Planned for Former St. Joe's High School

Nearly a decade after the facility last operated as a high school, the former Saint Joseph's is staged for new life as housing.

Puppets Teach Resilience at Lanesborough Elementary School

Vermont Family Network's Puppets in Education visited the elementary school to teach kids about being resilient.

SJC: Public Records Petition 'Proper'

The Supreme Judicial Court in an advisory opinion released Monday found the petition to bring the Legislature and governor's office under the Public Records Law is "proper" as a form of law.

Pittsfield Man Killed on NYS Thruway

A city man was killed Sunday night in an accident on I-87 in New York State.

Environmentalists Talk Green Homes and Construction

Environmentalists want people to know that reducing emissions can start in the home.

Williamstown Planning Board, Consultants Discuss Subdivision Bylaw

The Planning Board met recently with consultants who are helping the body develop amendments to the town's subdivision bylaw.

Pittsfield Considers Heavy Vehicle Exclusion on Appleton Ave.

Heavy commercial vehicles might be banned from driving on Appleton Avenue from East Street to East Housatonic Street in the future.

Veteran Spotlight: Army Reserve Sgt. Bill 'Spaceman' Lee

The "Spaceman" is the last Boston Red Sox player to miss time for active duty.

Dalton Planning Board Needs Write-Ins, 2 Run for Select Board

The town election is less than a month away and, unlike recent ones, all open seats are uncontested, with even a vacancy remaining on the Planning Board.

Flushing of the City of Pittsfield's Water System: April 27-May 1

Water mains throughout the city will be flushed through hydrants over the next several weeks to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products.

RSVP Volunteers Recognized For Resiliency During Challenging Times

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program is facing these challenging and unprecedented times with momentum and presence in the community.

NAMI Raises Sugar With 10th Annual Cupcake Wars

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Berkshire County held its 10th annual cupcake wars fundraiser Thursday night.

As Crowds Grow, Pittsfield Adapts to a New Era of Protest

As rally participation has grown in recent years, city officials have had to navigate how to ensure safety to its residents and public spaces.

Wahconah Grandstand Demo Beginning Monday

Earlier this month, Pittsfield held a "Farewell to the Grandstand" event to celebrate its past and look forward to the future.

Pittsfield Construction Updates: April 27-May 1

Lee Breaks Ground on Public Safety Building

Ground was ceremonially broken on the town's new public safety building, something officials see as a gift to the community and future generations.

@theMarket: Markets Consolidate Near Highs

Stocks held firm this week. That was quite a feat, given the conflict and shaky ceasefire. Headlines will continue to drive markets, but strong earnings should provide some support.

Weekend Outlook: Spring Cleaning, Baby Animals

Check out the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend including clean ups, jazz night, and more.

Business Briefs: Brodie Plans, Bank Settlement

A group of investors who purchased Brodie Mountain three years ago is proposing a $200 million investment to revive the defunct ski area into a "premiere" New England destination.

Adams Seeks to Increase Income Limit for Property Tax Exemption

The Board of Assessors is seeking to adjust the eligibility criteria for its senior citizen property tax exemption following a substantial decline in recipients.

MCLA Selects Pennsylvania Educator as 13th President

The board of trustees on Thursday voted 8-2 to offer the 13th presidency of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts to a Pennsylvania higher education executive.