Community
Kamala Harris to Attend Pittsfield Fundraiser
It appears that Vice President Kamala Harris will be attending a campaign event in Pittsfield on Saturday.
Signaled Intersection Proposed for West Street in Pittsfield
The city believes that traffic lights at the intersection of lower and upper West Street will improve safety.
MountainOne Awards Community Grants in the Berkshires
MountainOne distributed over $150,000 to support various not-for-profit organizations in the Berkshires and South Shore communities.
North Adams Council Passes $65M Borrowing Authorization
The City Council on Monday unanimously authorized borrowing $65,362,859 to build a new Greylock School for prekindergarten through 2.
Dalton Planning Board Approves Draft of Updated Variance and Special Permit Application
The Planning Board approved a draft of the updated variance and special permit application during its meeting on Wednesday.
Rapid Deterioration Fully Closes Pecks Road Bridge
Rapid deterioration of the Pecks Road bridge has led to its closure until further notice and a hopefully expedited process to replace the entire structure.
Hardline Tattoo Studio Opens in Adams
He has been a tattoo artist for more than 15 years and many wore his artwork at the ribbon cutting attended by the Board of Selectmen.
Dalton Planners Question Need for Cannabis Requirements
The Planning Board last week questioned whether the state is requiring the town to adjust its cannabis bylaws if dispensaries, medical or retailer, and cultivation centers are only permitted by special permit.
Pittsfield's 2nd Rail Trail Extension Coming Soon
The second extension of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail southward through the city is on schedule for completion in the fall.
Mount Greylock School District Adopts No-Cell Phone Policy
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee on Thursday voted to ban cell phones and other "student-owned technology devices" in the district's three schools starting in September.
Veteran Spotlight: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Lewis
Michael Lewis served his country in the Navy as a petty officer, second class, from 1977 to 1994.
Biden Withdraws From Presidential Campaign
President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the presidential race four months before voters go to the polls.
Lee Represents Massachusetts in 50 in 50 Mural Project
Artist Cheyenne Renee is working to paint a mural in a small town in all 50 states. As part of the project, there will also be a documentary that will incorporate interviews and footage from each town.
Neal Announces $750K Earmark for Town Hall Restoration
signature building of the Downtown Historic District, the Town Hall is on the State Register of Historic Places. Funding secured by Neal will support the restoration and repair interior and exterior features throughout the building.
Two Berkshire Peaker Plants Have Been Put in the Past
Two peaker plants in Berkshire County have been out of service for two years and are in the process of demolition. Local environmentalists are rejoicing.
Clark 'Fragile Beauty' Exhibit Profits from Direct Light
The exhibit "Fragile Beauty" fills the pavilion with glass objects from the Corning Museum of Glass, showcasing different cultures, time periods and techniques, and will run through Oct. 27.
Downtown Pittsfield Lit Up for Pittsfield Beautiful
Berkshire Lightscapes will honor Pittsfield Beautiful for its commitment to the downtown by lighting up the exteriors of buildings and public spaces with flower colors, Monday, July 22, through Sunday, July 28.
Berkshire United Way Thanks Funded Partners with Picnic
The Controy Pavilion at Onota Lake was filled with some of Berkshire United Way's funded partners for its second annual "thank you" summer celebration picnic.
Williamstown Zoning Board Considers Art Museum Plan
The Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday began its review of the development plan for a new Williams College Museum of Art at the junction of Routes 2 and 7.
North Adams Council to Vote on Greylock School Project
The City Council will take up a borrowing authorization for the $65 million Greylock School project at a special meeting on Monday.
Late-Night Crash Takes Out Main Street Tree in North Adams
An errant pickup truck took out one of the trees on Main Street on Thursday night.
Government Briefs: Cape Cod Bridges Funding & More
The Healey-Driscoll administration is celebrating that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers winning nearly $1 billion in federal funding for the replacement of the Cape Cod bridges.
MCLA Accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts has received its decennial accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education.
BFAIR Appoints Director of Employee Development
Berkshire Family and Individual Resources has appointed Noelle Crawford as the new director of learning and employee development.
New England Public Media Names Senior Director of Development
With more than 20 years of experience working in public service in western Massachusetts, Tracy Trial joins New England Public Media as senior director of development.
Warren Tours Soldier On's Mansfield Community, Talks Housing
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren ended her visit to Pittsfield on Thursday on the scenic grounds of Soldier On's housing developments where more 50 former service members are supported with the tools they need to thrive.
Fairview Hospital Receives Awards for Stroke Care
Fairview Hospital has been twice recognized for its stroke care by the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
Berkshire Workforce Board Elects New Board Officers
The Board of Directors of the MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board (BWB) convened virtually at the BWB Annual Board Meeting on June 6, 2024, to discuss workforce strategies and reflect on the successes of the past year.
