Community
Market 32, NEWSabc Raise Money for Red Cross
Recognizing the challenges being faced due to weather events such as hurricanes Helene and Milton, Price Chopper/Market 32 increased its initial $10,000 match to bring the total donation to an even $150,000.
Ghouls, Goblins Turn Out for Pittsfield Halloween Parade
Ghouls, goblins, and pop culture icons lined Tyler Street on Friday night for the city's annual Halloween Parade.
Governor Announces New Collaboration to Support Clean Energy Workforce Training
$600,000 in grants will upgrade technology and instructional lab spaces to prepare adult learners in solar, wind, heat pump installation and maintenance roles
Homes for Bats on Halloween
If you have noticed bats roosting in your attic, barn or office over the summer, fall and spring are the perfect times to safely evict these uninvited guests from your property.
Cultural Organizations Talk Impact on Berkshire County
Cultural institutions are recovering from the pandemic and feel their success is interconnected.
Community Heroes: Hope Amandos & Gretchen DeBartolo
Thanksgiving Angels coordinators Hope Amandos and Gretchen DeBartolo have been selected as the October Community Heroes of the Month.
Haddad Nominated as Time Dealer of the Year
George Haddad Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments
Write-Ins Needed for CBRSD Committee Vacancies
Last Thursday's Central Berkshire School Committee meeting marked the end of term for three members, who have decided not to run for their seats again.
Governor Healey Nominates Two to Appeals Court
The nominees will now continue forward to the Governor's Council for confirmation.
Blandford Paving, Guardrail Repair Operations on I-90 Westbound
Truck climbing lane closure from Friday, Oct. 25, through 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29
BNRC Celebrates Accessibility Renovations at Old Mill Trail
Berkshire Natural Resources Council celebrated the recently completed accessibility renovations at Old Mill Trail with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday.
North Adams Council Endorses Northern Tier Rail
The City Council endorsed the Northern Tier Passenger Rail plan on Tuesday, adding to a chorus of support from officials and community leaders along the proposed route.
South County Road Work
The work will take place from Monday, Oct. 28, through Friday, Nov. 1, during nighttime hours.
Berkshire Athenaeum Annual HalloTEEN Event
HalloTEEN will occur Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, 3 to 5 p.m. in the Berkshire Athenaeum Auditorium.
BRTA Announces Free Rides Extension
Customers riding the fixed route bus and/or the complementary ADA paratransit service will be fare free from Jan. through Sept. 2025.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires Vice President
She has significant experience in branch management, financial advising, personal insurance sales and management, relationship management and customer service.
Pittsfield Council, School Committee Want Better Communication
The City Council and School Committee would like next year's budget process to go better than the last.
Williamstown Nov. 5 Ballot Includes CPA Tax Exemption
Question 6 on the Nov. 5 ballot would finalize an exemption to the Community Preservation Act property tax surcharge for homeowners who meet either low-income or, for seniors, moderate-income standards.
Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum Recount Successful Year
The volunteer organization has about 500 members and coinciding with the appreciation week, memberships will be half-price on Oct. 25.
Lanesborough Asks for Input on Master Plan
Residents are being asked to weigh in on the development of the town's first master plan.
Weekend Outlook: The Outlook is Spooky with Halloween Fun
There are several events this weekend, including a country festival fundraiser, Halloween-themed activities, and more.
Up Front for DeMar Race on Veterans Day
The race begins at Veterans Memorial in North Adams at 9:00AM and ends at the American Legion.
One-Day Track and Sign Certification with BEAT and a TCNA Evaluator
Learn how to recognize tracks of mammals, birds, reptiles, and invertebrates on your landscape and interpret animal movement and behavior.
Dalton Cultural Council Tentatively Approves Grant Applications
Following a call for applications in September, the organization received applications from 41 organizations and residents requesting funding for local events and initiatives amounting to $45,075.
Mount Greylock Grad Trucks Locally Donated Supplies to North Carolina
The goal was to fill a trailer with 7,000 pounds of food, clothing, necessities and tools to help North Carolinians, thousands of whom are still dealing with power outages, road washouts and flooding after Hurricane Helene hit the Appalachian region on Sept. 26.
Pittsfield Council Meets for 3 Minutes
On Tuesday, councilors met for three minutes in Room 203. Before even getting settled into their seats, the 8-item agenda was completed.
Pittsfield Commission OKs Former CYC Demolition
The Historical Commission begrudgingly withdrew a one-year demolition delay on the Melville Street property, recognizing that the owners were unwilling to save or sell it.
Gateway Fiber Internet Service Coming to Pittsfield
The new 100 percent fiber-optic network will be faster and more reliable than traditional cable and telephone-based internet, representing the company's continuing commitment to bringing better connectivity to the area.
Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Events 2024
Below is a list of towns holding trick-or-treat hours and/or events on Halloween.
Clarksburg Wants More Control of Opioid Money
The Select Board is leery of pooling its money from the opioid settlement with other communities.
