Community
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.
Lee Bank Foundation Awards Grants to Nonprofits
These grants, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, will bolster local initiatives addressing critical community needs.
Warren Talks Small-Business Investment with Pittsfield Entrepreneurs
The Berkshire Black Economic Council's work to support and attract new small businesses to the gateway city got boost with $455,000 secured by U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren in last year's appropriations package.
Park Vandalism Has Pittsfield Looking to Enhance Enforcement
Following significant wintertime vandalism of park facilities, the city is looking at a streamlined process for barring those who cannot follow rules and regulations.
Sen. Warren Visits Pittsfield, Speaks on State of Nation
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren traveled to Pittsfield on Thursday to delivery nearly $1 million federal funding and speak about health care and economic development.
Taconic Principal Tapped for Pittsfield's Deputy Superintendent
The School Committee has tapped Taconic High's principal as the interim deputy superintendent.
Berkshire Humane Waives Dog Adoption Fees Through Sunday
Berkshire Humane Society has waived adoption fees of dogs who are at least one year old from Monday through Sunday this week.
Wahconah High Senior Renovating School's Gazebo
Logan Kunde decided to renovate the high school's gazebo for his Eagle Scout Service Project.
CHP Berkshires Names Senior VP for HR
Sheridan will lead a staff of 280 across the CHP healthcare network, which has practice locations in Great Barrington, Lee, Pittsfield, Adams, and North Adams and Mobile Health.
Williamstown Housing Trust Seeks to Resolve Habitat Project Issue
Part of the plan Habitat developed with civil engineer Guntlow and Associates is a rain garden that would be part of the subdivision's stormwater management plan.
Catering Company Selected as Greylock Glen Food Vendor
The Selectmen on Wednesday voted to enter negotiations with an Agawam catering company to operate food service at the Greylock Glen's outdoor center.
Presumed Drowning of Minor Being Investigated
Authorities are investigating the presumed drowning of a 14-year-old at Benedict Pond on Wednesday afternoon.
Pittsfield Starbucks Closed Temporarily
The sign has been removed, and the drive-through is blocked, but Starbucks coffee addicts need not worry — this closure is only temporary.
SVMC Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Nursing
The Kendall Emergency Department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association's 2024 Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance.
Williamstown Abutters Appeal Decision on Habitat for Humanity Project
One of the Summer Street residents who has objected publicly to a proposed subdivision on the street has appealed the Conservation Commission's decision to allow the project to go forward.
Hundreds Still Without Power in North County, Stamford
Nearly 18 hours after severe thunderstorms pummeled the region, hundreds of customers are without power.
Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative Awarded Cultural Facilities Grant
BFMC will use this grant to begin build drawings for the new international film education center proposed for the north end of the Elayne Bernstein Theatre complex.
Classical Beat: Enjoy Great Music at Tanglewood, Sevenars Festivals
As Tanglewood enters its fourth week, stellar performances will take center stage in Ozawa Hall and in the Koussevitsky Shed.
Thunderstorms Leave Downed Trees, Wires and Debris Across North County
A severe thunderstorm hammered parts of North and Central County on Tuesday night, downing trees and limbs and leaving more than 5,000 customers without power.
Safety Solutions Proposed for Berkshire Mall Intersection
Last week, abutters approached the Select Board with concerns about drivers ignoring stop signs and speeding through the area. Target owns its building and is the lone business left on the property.
National Weather Service Issues T-Storm Watch
The Berkshires, Eastern New York and parts of Southern Vermont are under a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. on Tuesday.
Berkshires Get $60K in Cyber Security Grants
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the award of nearly $7 million in federal grant funds to local governments and state agencies to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and reduce cyber risk for public agencies statewide.
County Ambulance Recognized for Quality Cardiac, Stroke Care
Mission: Lifeline EMS is the American Heart Association's national initiative to advance the system of care for patients with high-risk, time-sensitive disease states, such as severe heart attacks and strokes.
BMC Community Pharmacy Recognized for Quality Care
The Berkshire Community Pharmacy at Berkshire Medical Center has achieved accreditation by Accreditation Commission for Health Care, citing the quality of its Specialty Pharmacy Services.
United Counseling Service Wins Wellness Award
This award is presented each year to organizations across the state that make employee wellness a priority.
Expanded Dalton Day Set for July 20
Dalton Day on Saturday is being expanded this year to include a car show, more local food, Irish dance troupe, children's activities, a town mascot, and plenty of music.
Great Barrington Announces Personnel Changes
Risen joined the town in September 2023 as office administrator for the town manager and selectboard, after working in administrative roles in the town of Sheffield.
CHP Van To Visit West Stockbridge
The van will offer urgent care services, wellness checks, and COVID or flu vaccines.
Plan in Place to Address Condition of Dalton Home
A plan to address the dilapidated condition of the house at 27 Mountain View Terrace is coming together, the homeowner says during Wednesday's Board of Health Meeting.
Dalton Fire District Sees Potential in Former Dalton Garage
The Dalton Garage would open the doors to so many possibilities, members of the Fire District said during a walk-through of the building last week.
