The hollywood actress thanked her customers and the community as she made the announcement and added that her studio above the store will continue operating and she will host occasional pop-ups in…

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Main Street was blocked off for barbecue and boxcars on Friday.    The brisket contest actually started at about 10:30 p.m. on Thursday night, as some...

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Massachusetts energy officials visited Pittsfield to talk about clean energy infrastructure siting as the state works to cut greenhouse gas emissions.  On...

Freeman Center Director Divya Chaturvedi accepts the Community Partner of the Year Award on behalf the organization.   PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pride flag was...

This five-part series looks at the challenges in building affordable housing and at some solutions in Berkshire County. Read Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part...

The school's rock band Blood Type Blue performs 'On Our Own.' More photos will be posted later.  DALTON, Mass. — Wahconah Regional High School's class of...

Class valedictorian Jeremiah Reagan says he found himself at BCC in in nursing, earning his associate's degree from the program. See more photos here.  LENOX, Mass....

ARLINGTON, VT. — There is a sweet bonded pair of felines looking for a new home together. iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local...

Valedictorian Landon LeClair tells his classmates to take what they've learned to make their pathway in the future. See more photos here.  NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The...

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — As the town's fire district embarks on a new era, Tuesday it said thank you to a veteran leader who helped make that era possible.   At the annual...

Pittsfield holds its services at Pittsfield Cemetery on Monday. See more photos here. ADAMS, Mass. — Memorial Day was initially to remember the lives lost in the Civil...

Update: Cruz Nite is back but without fireworks.    "Due to the tremendous outpouring of community support and enthusiasm, we are thrilled to announce that we have...

School Committee Chair Julia Bowen speaks in favor of the school budget, saying difficult decisions had to be made. WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Annual town meeting voted...

Keynote speaker Michael Bobbitt was awarded an honorary doctor of fine arts. He told the graduates to make the world worthy of them. See more photos here.   NORTH...

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — This month's annual town meeting returns to a familiar venue.   What goes on in that building the rest of the year could be a major topic of discussion...

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — CT Equities is planning an $8 million redevelopment of the former St. Joseph's, which last operated as a high school nearly a decade ago.  On Tuesday, the...

Berkshire District Attorney Timothy Shugrue describes the murder as a tragedy, saying the lack of mental health care is leading to 'awful situations.' NORTH ADAMS, Mass....

One of the homes has already been sold and the new owners were set to move in Thursday afternoon.  PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Allendale Pines North cut the ribbon Thursday on the...

Check out the events happening this weekend including fishing, plays, and more. Editor's Pick Wild Acres Fishing Derby Wild Acres, Pittsfield Time: Saturday, 8 to...

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The new chief of the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is excited for her new role. Laura Brennan was voted as the executive director after an extensive and...

The turnout in Dalton was higher than normal with 190 registered voters attending the annual town meeting at Wahconah Regional High School.  DALTON, Mass....

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Waste treatment plan supervisor Brad Furlon warned the Finance Committee last week to expect a future 500 percent increase in sludge disposal.   "Even...

ADAMS, Mass. — Voters picked newcomers over veteran members in select board races in both Adams and Cheshire on Monday.   Kelly Rice decisively beat three-term incumbent...

Janet Singer Applefield survived the Holocaust by having her identity disguised during World War II. The Boston University graduate has been telling her story of loss and survival for...

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Board of Health on Monday unanimously recommended the annual town meeting approve articles that would amend the town's existing plastic bag ordinance and ban...

Check out the events happening this weekend including First Fridays, musicals, and more. Editor's Picks First Fridays North Adams: Holden Street will be closed to car traffic...

Construction work on the main screen room at Images is seen through a hole cut for a to-be-installed projector.   WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Images Cinema will...

Resident Ron Griffin speaking at Tuesday's Board of Health meeting, thinks the fight with Berkshire Concrete has resulted in some public officials leaving. He is one of the first...

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There's a new cat at No Paws Left Behind looking for his forever home. iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our...

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Environmentalists want people to know that reducing emissions can start in the home.  Earlier this month, 350Mass Berkshire Climate Action held a "Bringing...

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Nearly a decade after the facility last operated as a high school, the former Saint Joseph's is staged for new life as housing.  Last week, the Community...

Connie Tatro, a School Building Committee member, and her daycare charges have been keeping a close watch on the project. See more pictures here.  NORTH ADAMS, Mass....

Beth Wallace speaks to volunteers for the last time as she completes her term as board chair. See more photos here.  PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Retired Senior Volunteer...

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255. To contact the Crisis Text Line, text HELLO to 741741. More information on crisis hotlines in Massachusetts can be found...

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —The footings and foundation for the new Greylock School is expected to be poured by mid-May.   And while ground has technically...

ARLINGTON, Vt. — Orion's had a hard live and he's been patiently waiting a very long time for his forever home.   iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly...

Students from 10 area high schools are showing works that reflect on climate change at the Clark Art this week. The exhibit will move to Pittsfield and Sheffield...

Warning: this article discusses sexual assault.    PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A former teacher pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to three counts of felony counts rape related...

Check out the events happening this weekend in the county including spring cleaning, jazz, and more. Editor's Pick Pittsfield City Jazz Festival Celebrate jazz this week in...

Williams College hopes to replace the current Facilities Services building on Latham Street and use that space for a new  athletics complex.  WILLIAMSTOWN,...

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — There were tears as the School Committee on Wednesday voted to close Morningside Community School at the end of the school year.  Interim Superintendent Latifah...

CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Town Clerk Marilyn Gomeau was disappointed at last year's town election turnout. Fewer than 100 voters cast ballots that day.    She's been...

Northern Berkshire educators attend the gathering in Murdock Hall.  NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts Secretary of Education Stephen Zrike and Department of Higher...

ADAMS, Mass. — The Berkshire District Attorney's Office has determined that, based on a Use of Force Report coupled with an investigation completed by the Berkshire State Police...