Community
Lee Bank Announces Promotions and Internal Reorganization
Lee Bank announced promotions and internal reorganization to reimagine their consumer banking division.
Voices in Food Equity Event at BCC
Berkshire Community College will host the event on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024
Williamstown ZBA Passes Art Museum Project
The decision cleared the way for the college to break ground on the project in September with a planned opening in 2027.
Northern Berkshire ROPES Offers Grants, Scholarships
Local children spent two weeks every the summer zipping through the trees at Windsor Lake and overcoming obstacles for nearly a quarter century.
Pittsfield Events to Raise Awareness of Overdose Danger
Last year, it was reported there were 48 fatal overdoses in Berkshire County in 2022 — 29 just in Pittsfield. Since 2012, there had been a staggering 418 deaths from overdose in the county.
Mosquito Tests Positive for West Nile Virus In Pittsfield
At the time of this release, there are no confirmed human cases
Incumbents Only Candidates for Mount Greylock School Committee
The composition of the Mount Greylock Regional School Committee likely will remain unchanged after November's election.
Fitch-Hoose House Names August 'George Hoose Art Month'
The Historical Commission has designated August as George Hoose Art Month at the Fitch-Hoose House and is showcasing some of the painter's work.
New Board Members Join Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation announced four new members to its board of directors.
MassDOT Advisory: South County Construction Operations
Monday, Aug. 19, through Friday, Aug. 23 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Adams Library Friends Annual Book Sale
Entrance to the Miller Annex is on Melrose Street and is fully accessible. Also, on sale will be baked goods, fundraising items and 50/50 raffle tickets.
Pittsfield School Committee to Review New Cell Phone Regs
The School Committee will hold a special meeting on Wednesday to consider the appointment of a new special education director and learn about updated cell phone regulations for the district.
North Adams Hosts First of Two Info Sessions on Greylock Project
Last Thursday night was the first of two forums being held to inform the public about the Greylock School project for Grades kindergarten through 2. The next will be this Thursday at 6 p.m. at Brayton Elementary School.
Veteran Spotlight: Army Master Sgt. David Levesque
David Levesque served his country in the Army and Army National Guard for 28 years from 1979 to 2007, retiring as a master sergeant.
Fall is Coming: Spirit Halloween Opens in Pittsfield
Spirit Halloween has opened in Pittsfield at the Dalton Avenue Plaza Shopping Center. The seasonal chain offers costumes, decorations, and other spooky merchandise.
Draft Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Released for Public Comment
Report includes the study's evaluation of transportation conditions along the Northern Tier, alternatives development and analysis processes, findings and recommendations, and next steps
Deaton Running for U.S. Senate as 'Champion for Underdogs'
Deaton, who lived in Rhode Island before moving to Massachusetts in January, has practiced law in the surrounding states for more 20 years, representing mesothelioma and cancer victims against Fortune 100 companies.
Market 32 Campaign To Raise Funds for Red Cross
Until September 30, Price Chopper/Market 32 customers will have the opportunity to round up their change at the register, and all monies raised will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Community Hero of the Month: Jayne Smith
The Community Hero of the Month series recognizes individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their community.
MassDOR: Fiscal Year 2024 Revenue Collections
Fiscal year 2024 revenue collections were 4.2 percent more than fiscal year 2023 collections and 2.4 percent above the annual benchmark. June 2024 revenue collections totaled $4.495 billion, $357 million more than June 2023 actual collections and $268 million above the June 2024 benchmark.
DPU Establishes Network Geothermal Guidelines
The Pipeline Safety Division is an enforcement arm of the DPU and ensures that operators of natural gas distribution companies, municipal gas departments, steam distribution companies, and other intrastate operators are in compliance with state and federal regulations governing pipeline safety.
BCAC Holds Community Day on Pittsfield Common
Hundreds of area residents Thursday converged on Pittsfield Common for free food and invaluable information.
BAAMS' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp In Full Swing
A typical day at camp starts off with some music theory. The group will work on different scales and study different chords that are later applied to an arrangement where students can improvise.
Cheshire Woman Was Killed in Aug. 7 Crash
The victim of a fatal motor vehicle crash on Aug. 7 has been identified as Susanna Thomas, 47, of Cheshire.
No Charges in Fatal Pittsfield Crash
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, the DA has declined to file criminal charges after an investigation demonstrated that the truck driver's operation of his vehicle did not meet the legal criminal standard of negligence for charges to issue.
Pittsfield Sets Road Closures for Events
Two community events this Saturday will require road closures from noon to 4 within the downtown area.
Pittsfield Health Board Considers Green Burials
The use of green burials is rising and the Board of Health wants to be prepared in case they are requested in the city.
Air Quality Alert for Western Mass
The state Department of Environmental Protection has issued an air quality alert effective for Friday for Berkshire County.
Recent Rainfall Improves Drought Conditions in Berkshire County
The Drought Management Task Force will meet again on Monday, Sept. 9 at 10:00 am.
Williamstown FY25 Tax Bills Up Slightly, Tax Rate Falls Again
The median property tax bill for fiscal year 2025 is expected to see its lowest year-to-year increase since 2019, the Select Board learned on Monday night.
