Community
BEAT: The Invasive Spotted Lanternfly
Elizabeth Barnes is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest Educator at Purdue University.
New Jersey Earthquake Vibrates Through the Berkshires
An earthquake in northern New Jersey this morning could be felt all throughout the Northeast, from Augusta, Maine, to Washington, D.C., to Buffalo, N.Y.
MCLA to Host Virtual Information Session for Graduate Programs
Prospective students can meet with faculty and staff to learn about graduate education in MCLA's unique and innovative programs designed to support the rising workforce needs in the Berkshires and beyond.
Permanent Supportive Housing Coming to Pittsfield Soon
Berkshire Housing Development Corp. has a few projects in the pipeline and hopes to start construction soon.
Pittsfield's Mental Health Committee Get Inaugural Members
At its last meeting, the City Council accepted a slate of appointments to the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Advisory Committee.
Spring Storm Causes Closures, Outages in Berkshire County
A spring storm brought rain and snow to the county along with service outages.
Weekend Outlook: First Friday, Fundraisers and 'Billy Budd'
Several events will take place in the Berkshires this weekend, including First Friday festivities, spring walks, comedy, and more.
Berkshire Athenaeum Teen Neon Party
This event meets in the auditorium.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires New Branch Officer
Additionally, he will assist the organization with its further development of Spanish-focused materials.
Cheshire Tag Sale and Bazaar
Scheduled for Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 9 AM to 1 PM, the event offers a day of treasure hunting, local craftsmanship, and treats at the Cheshire Community House located at 191 Church St, Cheshire.
Marchetti Defends Pittsfield Tax Rates in Advance of FY25 Budget
Mayor Peter Marchetti defended the city's tax rate on Tuesday, asking residents to look at all of the figures before making a judgment.
Developer Plans $11M Renovation of Adams Memorial Building
The Selectmen on Wednesday night voted to award the bid to Mackin Construction Co. Inc. of Greenfield, which plans to invest $11 million to build out 20 or more one- and two-bedroom apartments in the three-story classroom wing that parallels Columbia Street.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Arrowhead Sewer Extension
The Finance Committee on Monday supported a $650,000 borrowing under the Sewer Enterprise Fund for a connection to Herman Melville's Arrowhead.
Sonrisas Awarded Outdoor Recreation Grant
Sonrisas is located in Cheshire.
Adams Begins Review of $19M Fiscal 2025 Budget
own officials started the review of the $19 million fiscal 2025 spending plan on Tuesday, beginning with general government, executive, finance and technology budgets.
Wahconah Apollonian Players Perform 'Into the Woods' this Weekend
Wahconah High School Apollonian Players will be performing the musical "Into the Woods" this weekend.
Berkshire United Way celebrates 100 Years of Service
During the celebration Berkshire United Way will present the Daniel C. Dillon Helping Hands, Caring Heart Award to Mary Wheat.
Pittsfield and State Clash Over Causeway Project, Causing Delay
The city and the state Department of Transportation are clashing over logistics of the Dan Casey Memorial Drive reconstruction, halting its progress.
North Adams Schools Set Calendar, Review Budget
The committee was also brought up to speed on the budget deliberations at last week's Finance & Facilities subcommittee.
Pittsfield, North Adams Support Paint Stewardship Program
Pittsfield's City Council last week voted unanimously to support a resolution requesting the Legislature act favorably on the bill before the House Ways & Means Committee. The North Adams City Council did the same.
Spring Webinar Series for Nonprofits
The fee for the bundle of six webinars is $60.
Pittsfield Police Seek Info on Armed Robbery
Police are looking for the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent armed robbery.
April Storm Could Bring Snow, High Winds and Power Outages
We were hoping it was just an April fool or that it would go away if we ignored it. But it looks like we really are getting snow, sleet and rain over the next few days.
BHS Appoints Three Community Leaders to Board of Trustees
Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) announced the election of Shaun V. Cusson, Deborah Renzi, RN, and Dr. Jeannette Smith, PhD, to the BHS Board of Trustees.
BCC to Host Q and A, Keynote Address with Law Enforcement Expert
Later in the evening, Dr. Weinstein will deliver a keynote speech at 5 pm.
Pittsfield Council OKs Car Wash at Former Dakota Steakhouse
After much debate and some alterations, the City Council approved a special permit for a car wash at the former Dakota Steakhouse.
Northern Tier Rail Gets Strong Support at Hearing
Local officials and residents expressed strong support for developing the Northern Tier Passenger Rail proposal that would bring rail transit from North Adams to Boston.
CATA: Making an Impact 30 Years and Counting
Thanks to a $2 million grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's foundation Yield Giving, CATA is aiming to expand these efforts even further.
Berkshire Baby Bonanza 2024
The Berkshire Baby Bonanza is set to take place on Saturday, April 6, at the Stationery Factory in Dalton from 11 am to 2 pm.
Senator Mark April Office Hours
Appointments are not required.
