Barrett Tells Williamstown to Form Broadband Committee

Framing the need for broadband access as an economic development issue, Barrett touted communities, like neighboring New Ashford, that have created municipal fiber optic networks.

State Senator Paul Mark Appearances

Pittsfield PI Day Storm Causes Closures, Downed Trees

The Berkshires got pounded overnight Monday as a foot or more of snow fell across the region, cancelling schools and leaving thousands without power.

Pittsfield Con Com Greenlights Rail Trail Extension

Last week, the panel issued 34 orders of conditions for the project, which includes a 10-foot paved multi-use path that runs from Crane Avenue to Merrill Road.

Bidwell House Online Springtime Wild Edibles in the Southern Berkshires

Members: Free. Non-members: $15. Only one registration required per household. Lecture will be held via Zoom. 7 p.m.

National Grid Responding to Impacts of Powerful Nor'easter

As of 10 a.m., approximately 36,000 customers in Massachusetts were without power. The hardest hit communities are located in Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, and Worcester counties as of mid-morning

CHP Family Services Honors as 'Rising Star' in SBCOC Women in Leadership Awards

Markham was among 111 women nominated for an award. She was honored at the Women in Leadership Luncheon on March 8 in Great Barrington.

Do you have enough emergency savings?

Many people would agree that preparation is the key to success in many areas of life. Yet, when it comes to being ready for a financial emergency, a sizable percentage of Americans are feeling distinctly unprepared — and that can lead to problems.

Governor Announces MassDEP Commissioner

Heiple starts on March 20.

Pittsfield Community Development Has Light Agenda for First 2023 Meeting

At its first meeting of the year, the Community Development Board last week determined that subdivision approval is not required for an East Street car dealership and welcomed the city's new planner.

North Adams Planners OK 11-Room Addition to Porches

The hotel on River Street is planning to knock down two adjacent buildings at 22-28 Veazie St. and replace them with a new structure that will contain 11 rooms and four studios, and will allow for seven underground parking spaces.

Rachiele Homers for MCLA in Win Over Colby-Sawyer

Taconic graduate Austin Rachiele went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double and four RBIs Monday to lead the MCLA baseball team to a 13-7 win over Colby-Sawyer.

Mount Greylock District Diversity Post Casualty to FY24 Budget Stress

Superintendent Jason McCandless informed the School Committee at its Thursday meeting of the decision, which is related both to the district's difficulty filling the position created in the fiscal 2023 budget and challenges arising in creating the FY24 spending plan.

Nor'easter Could Drop Up to 2 Feet of Snow Across the Berkshires

Winter's come late to the Berkshires. A third significant storm in as many weeks is forecast to drop a foot or more of snow overnight Monday and through Tuesday.

MCLA Steam Line Project Improves HVAC Costs

McCann School Committee Approves $11.5M Fiscal 2024 Budget

The School Committee on Thursday approved the $11.5 million fiscal 2024 budget, of which about $4 million will be raised through assessments on its nine member communities.

Seasonal Safety Reminder: When You Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms

Winter isn't over yet, State Fire Marshal Ostroskey said, and carbon monoxide remains a hazard even in warmer weather.

Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Photo Contest

?Subjects could include the outdoors, food, arts & culture, shopping, sports, recreation, agriculture and more.

Pittsfield School Officials Adopt Safe Gun Storage Resolution

The resolution warrants communications to parents, guardians, and students on the importance of secure firearm storage as soon as possible, distributed to each school at least once annually, and included in the district website and student registration materials.

SVHC Weekly Health Update: March 10

Clark Art Screens 'The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari'

Presented in connection with the Clark's exhibition "Portals: The Visionary Architecture of Paul Goesch," this is the first event in the Clark's five-part series Visionary Architecture on Film.

Pittsfield Man Found Guilty After Stabbing

Lofink, a resident of Pittsfield in his late 30s, has a criminal history in Massachusetts, Connecticut and California. Sentencing will take place on Tuesday, March 14.

Shelley's Kitchen Continues Community Atmosphere on Elm Street

Shelley Strizzi found her way back to the space that started her restaurant career but this time around, she owns it.

Koperniak Scores a Run for Great Britain at World Baseball Classic

Matt Koperniak stole a base and scored a run for Great Britain in Sunday's 18-8 loss to Canada at the World Baseball Classic.

Governor Announces Creation of Director of Rural Affairs

Housed in the Executive Office of Economic Development, the Director of Rural Affairs will serve as a dedicated advocate and ombudsman for rural communities.