Williamstown Planning Board, Consultants Discuss Subdivision Bylaw

The Planning Board met recently with consultants who are helping the body develop amendments to the town's subdivision bylaw.

Pittsfield Considers Heavy Vehicle Exclusion on Appleton Ave.

Heavy commercial vehicles might be banned from driving on Appleton Avenue from East Street to East Housatonic Street in the future.

Veteran Spotlight: Army Reserve Sgt. Bill 'Spaceman' Lee

The "Spaceman" is the last Boston Red Sox player to miss time for active duty.

Dalton Planning Board Needs Write-Ins, 2 Run for Select Board

The town election is less than a month away and, unlike recent ones, all open seats are uncontested, with even a vacancy remaining on the Planning Board.

Flushing of the City of Pittsfield's Water System: April 27-May 1

Water mains throughout the city will be flushed through hydrants over the next several weeks to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products.

RSVP Volunteers Recognized For Resiliency During Challenging Times

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program is facing these challenging and unprecedented times with momentum and presence in the community.

NAMI Raises Sugar With 10th Annual Cupcake Wars

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Berkshire County held its 10th annual cupcake wars fundraiser Thursday night.

As Crowds Grow, Pittsfield Adapts to a New Era of Protest

As rally participation has grown in recent years, city officials have had to navigate how to ensure safety to its residents and public spaces.

Wahconah Grandstand Demo Beginning Monday

Earlier this month, Pittsfield held a "Farewell to the Grandstand" event to celebrate its past and look forward to the future.

Pittsfield Construction Updates: April 27-May 1

Lee Breaks Ground on Public Safety Building

Ground was ceremonially broken on the town's new public safety building, something officials see as a gift to the community and future generations.

@theMarket: Markets Consolidate Near Highs

Stocks held firm this week. That was quite a feat, given the conflict and shaky ceasefire. Headlines will continue to drive markets, but strong earnings should provide some support.

Weekend Outlook: Spring Cleaning, Baby Animals

Check out the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend including clean ups, jazz night, and more.

Business Briefs: Brodie Plans, Bank Settlement

A group of investors who purchased Brodie Mountain three years ago is proposing a $200 million investment to revive the defunct ski area into a "premiere" New England destination.

Adams Seeks to Increase Income Limit for Property Tax Exemption

The Board of Assessors is seeking to adjust the eligibility criteria for its senior citizen property tax exemption following a substantial decline in recipients.

MCLA Selects Pennsylvania Educator as 13th President

The board of trustees on Thursday voted 8-2 to offer the 13th presidency of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts to a Pennsylvania higher education executive.

Pittsfield Schools Officials See FY27 Budget for 13 Schools

Right after the School Committee voted to close Morningside Community School, members saw how it will affect the fiscal year 2027 budget.

The Retired Investor: Inflation and Wartime Economies

For the first time since Vietnam, we are entering a wartime economy — a shift with vast consequences, the most significant of which is inflation.

Companion Corner: Orion Still at Second Chance Animal Shelter

Orion is a 7- to 8-year-old pit bull mix who has been at Second Chance Animal Shelter since 2021.

Lee Library Hosts 'Jacob's Pillow in Lee, Mass.' Exhibit

A new public history exhibit, "Jacob's Pillow in Lee, Mass.," will open June 1, in the Scolforo Gallery at the Lee Library.

Adams Earth Day Clean-Up Saturday

Earth Day has come and gone but community members are continuing to make strides to clean up their neighborhoods in recognition of it.

Greylock School Project Groundbreaking Next Week

And while ground has technically already been broken, the ceremonial event will happen next Tuesday at 1 p.m.

North Adams Airport Welcomes Flight School

The flight school has three locations in New York state; the North Adams operation will be its fourth. It offers private and commercial pilot training, as well as discovery flights, among other services.

Former Miss Hall's Teacher Arraigned on Rape Charges

A former teacher pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to three counts of felony counts rape related to his tenure at Miss Hall's School.

Cheshire Increases Transfer Station Prices to Address Deficit

The town has adjusted its pricing for the transfer station to address annual shortfalls stemming from rising costs.