Community
High Turnout as Williamstown Passes Local Tax Exemption
That question to create a tax exemption to the Community Preservatoin Act passed by a margin of 2,177-977.
Dalton Fire District To Review ADU Implications on Water Rates
There is uncertainty surrounding implications accessory dwelling units will have on the water and sewer rates.
BRPC to Present Draft Safety Action Plan
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) has been developing the STEPS Initiative: the Safe Travel and Equity Plan for our Streets and will be releasing the draft Action Plan for public review and comment on Nov. 4, 2024.
Berkshires to Vote for President, State Ballot Questions
Voters will hit the polls on Tuesday to elect a new president and state and federal officials and decide ballot questions.
Phoebe Jordan Cast Historic Vote 104 Years Ago
Phoebe Jordan awoke in the wee hours 104 years ago, lit a lantern and set out on the 2 1/2-mile walk down the dirt road from her farm to the school house to vote.
Williams College Addressing New Bias Incidents
The recent incidents appear to be targeting both Jewish and Black students at the school.
Pittsfield Car Crash Knocks Radio Stations Off Air
A police pursuit that ended in a crash reportedly cut power temporarily to four local radio stations on Monday.
North Adams Christmas Trees Installed for 2024
The two downtown Christmas trees were delivered and set up Monday, kicking off the holiday season in the city.
Talk Slated on Growth of North Adams Art Community
Gallery North will host a talk by artist and developer Eric Rudd on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Pittsfield BOH Condemns Two Homes
He explained that the city provides potential buyers with a vacant buildings list but, unfortunately, people usually walk away because of their condition.
Lee Man Killed in Single-Car Accident
The section of Division Street from Alford Road to Christian Hill was closed for four hours while investigators were on scene.
Mass Wildland Fires Spiked in October
Caution Urged as High Outdoor Fire Risk Continues Today
Louison House Celebrates Growth, Programs at Annual Meeting
In the last year alone, it's provided more than 600 people with housing assistance, assisted nearly 100 in securing housing, and distributed $10 BRTA bus passes to more than 400 people to help them get to housing or income-related appointments.
Dalton Officials Sign Off on Bardin Land Sale
During last week's Select Board meeting, members signed the property's deed to Thomas and Esther Balardini for $150,000.
Question 2: Is MCAS a Tool or Barrier?
Those who oppose the removal of MCAS as a graduation requirement fear it will stunt accountability while supporters feel it bogs students down.
Pittsfield Announces Trash/Recycling Bin Disposal Opportunities
Residents will have two opportunities to dispose of their old trash and recycling containers as the new toter system rolls out.
Sponsors of Mass Save Grant to Support Energy Efficiency Education
Community Education Grant supports equitable access to and awareness of energy efficiency programs
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts Welcomes Berkshire Bounty
The collaboration will enhance the effort to recover and distribute fresh, nutritious food to individuals and families county-wide.
Three Injured in Pittsfield Halloweentime Shootings
Three city residents sustained gunshot wounds while in the larger downtown area this week.
Becket Overnight Low Speed Lane Closures
Monday, Nov. 4, through the morning of Friday, Nov. 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.
Lipton Appealing Dalton Code Enforcement Ruling on Gas Station
A public hearing on Nov. 12 will determine whether the new owners of 630 Main St. can proceed with their plan to reopen a gas station.
Mount Greylock Roads to Close For Maintenance
Rockwell Road from the Visitor Center to Jones Nose parking area will remain open for visitor access, weather permitting.
Youngsters Promote National Diabetes Awareness Month in Hinsdale
Fourth-grader Nelson Pelkey and his cousin, fifth-grader Emily Ham, each have Type 1 diabetes, a condition formerly known as juvenile diabetes.
Eagles Band Returns to the Colonial for Annual Concert
The annual event at The Colonial Theatre has been a staple for the band since the early 2000s. This year, it will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m.
State Fire Marshal: Fall Back Safely
Change Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries Twice a Year, Replace Alarms if Outdated
Windsor Man Facing Murder Charge
A Windsor man has been charged with murder in the death of his sister on Thursday.
Dalton Ambulance Committee Recommends Ambulance Purchase
However, in the last couple of weeks, one of these sellers returned to the district to inform it that another agency backed out of a vehicle order last minute, so an ambulance became available early.
Berkshire Museum Features Maritime Art
Both exhibitions will open on Nov. 2, 2024, and remain on view through Jan. 5, 2025.
South County Overnight Construction Operations
Monday, Nov. 4, through Friday, Nov. 8
