Hoosac Graduate Making Waves in Physics Teaching Field

A Hoosac Valley High graduate has been recognized for their contributions in the field of physics education by the American Association of Physics Teachers.

Department of Public Utilities Approves Reductions to Winter Gas Supply Rates

Beginning on Feb. 1, 2023, customers served by The Berkshire Gas Company, Liberty Utilities, Fitchburg Gas and Electric Light Company, National Grid, and NSTAR Gas Company can expect lower winter gas supply rates, which will be reflected in the utility bills that customers receive in March.

Pittsfield's Bates Wins Age Group at Snowshoe Nationals

Pittsfield's Allan Bates Saturday placed 33rd in the 10-kilometer race at the 2023 U.S. National Snowshoe Championship.

Governor Extend Deadline for Portrait Essay Contest for Students

Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll are asking Massachusetts students to research and suggest a former Governor who inspires them and should be featured in their offices.

Williams Women's Hockey Wins in OT

Maddie Tix scored in overtime Saturday to give the Williams College women's hockey team a 2-1 win over Trinity.

Governor Signs Proclamation Recognizing Black History Month

Governor Maura T. Healey signed her first proclamation as Governor, recognizing February as Black History Month in Massachusetts and urging all residents to join her in honoring the history and contributions of Massachusetts' Black community.

FEMA Awards Funds to Mass for COVID-19 Homeless Quarantine Costs

So far, FEMA has provided more than $1.5 billion in Public Assistance grants to Massachusetts to reimburse the commonwealth for pandemic-related expenses.

Governor Files $282 Million Supplemental Budget

The bill proposes $85 million to support the Emergency Assistance program and other necessary services for eligible families in need of emergency shelter in the Commonwealth.

Williamstown Energy Audit Draws Attention to Solar Array Deficiency

In December, the students presented their findings in a public forum that was recorded by the town's public access television station, WilliNet, and available for viewing on the station's website.

Gerig Leads Williams Women to Comeback Win in Fourth

Arianna Gerig scored 13 points and shot 8-for-10 from the foul line in the fourth quarter for Williams in a 49-48 come-from-behind win over Trinity on Friday night.

Pittsfield Man Arrested For Drug Trafficking

As part of the investigation, Pittsfield Police initiated a motor vehicle stop on Feb. 2, at South St. in Pittsfield, Brady was found to have three bags of cocaine, $506.00 of cash, and a key for room 110 at the Knights Inn located in Lenox.

Bricks Falling from North Adams Mill Causes Sidewalk Closure

The century-old mill had a catastrophic roof collapse more than a decade ago, caused by excessive snow load, and the interior had to be gutted and the walls fortified. The only thing left is the walls.

Pittsfield Local Receipts Trending High, Cannabis Revenues Dropping

Of the estimated $800,000 in cannabis tax, $332,491 was collected by the end of the second quarter, representing 41.6 percent.

Northern Berkshire United Way Annual Chicken Dinner

Tickets are $25 per person and sales close on Feb. 6

Weekend Outlook: Art Openings, Celebrations, and More

Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this chilly weekend including art openings, winter jam celebrations, musical performances, and more.

Western Mass Gets $13M in Federal Funding

The state's federal representatives were able to secure $13 million in federal funding for Western Massachusetts in the end-of-year omnibus spending package.

Pittsfield Little League Registration Open

Registration for Pittsfield Little League is now open for the Majors division, ages 9 to 12, and the Triple A division, ages 7 and 8.

Clark Airs 'Much Ado About Nothing'

The Clark airs the broadcast in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center.

BArT Second Quarter Honor Roll

Students who earned 80 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "Honors". Students who earned 90 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "High Honors."

Berkshire Black Economic Council Announces Grant Recipients

These unsuspecting entrepreneurs had attended the event under the guise that they were coming in for an interview.

Adams OKs Final $2.3M Borrowing for Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Board of Selectmen has approved the final loan notes and other conditions for borrowing for the wastewater treatment plant project.

Berkshires Heading Into a Deep Freeze

The National Weather Service warns the dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

MCLA Green Living Seminar Presents 'Doughnut Economics'

State Fire Marshal: Keep Warm, Keep Safe During Cold Snap

Avoid Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards During Dangerous Weather

Funding Secured for North Adams Flood Chute Study

The federal government has committed to funding half the $3 million needed for a feasibility study of the city's 70-year-old flood control chutes.