 | Berkshire Humane Sells Record Number of Subaru Tickets
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Humane Society raised a record amount of funds from its 13th annual Subaru Car Raffle day this past Saturday.
The Humane Society was able to raise $81,500 from the raffle; last year, the raffle raised $70,000.
"The one thing I look at most is the money we raised is so much more this year. |
 | 18 Degrees Outlines Year of Helping Children and Families Thrive
CEO Stephanie Steed says the social services organization is navigating 'unsettling federal policies' and funding challenges.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The nonprofit 18 Degrees emphasized the work of dedicated and talented staff members during its annual meeting at the Country Club of Pittsfield last |
| Former Washington Post Executive Editor to Speak at OLLI at BCC
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Berkshire Community College welcomes Marty Baron for a special virtual Q&A on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Baron will share a behind-the-scenes look at journalism under fire, reflect on the role of the press in a divided |
| Berkshire County Historical Society Offers: Talks, Teas and Toddles
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Beginning Nov. 9, the Berkshire County Historical Society will host a special series of fund-raising readings featuring four authors with strong ties to the Berkshires.
The readings begin at 2 pm on Nov. 9, Nov. 23, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14. They take place in Herman Melville’s historic study |
| @theMarket: Markets Choppy on Good News
It was a classic case of "buy the rumor, sell the news." Even though the Fed did cut interest rates again and a deal between China and the U.S. was announced, investors failed to celebrate.
Markets were bid up in anticipation of these events long before they happened. A Fed cut has been in the works for approximately a |
 | Letter: I Chose Pittsfield, and I Chose Cam Cunningham
To the Editor:
I could spend hours telling you about Cam Cunningham and why he is exactly what this city needs for a Ward 2 councilor. But by now, you likely came to the same conclusion.
If not, I'm not here to persuade you, because I am confident that if you and the residents of ward 2 truly want to make an educated and |
| Ready to "Fall Back?" When You Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms
STOW, Mass. — With the end of Daylight Savings Time just around the corner, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are reminding residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms when they change their clocks.
"Working smoke and CO alarms are your family’s first line |
 | Berkshire County Homes Celebrating Halloween
The streets are alive with ghosts, zombies, skeletons, and more.
Many houses throughout the county are showing their Halloween spirit by decorating their homes. We asked for submissions so trick-or-treaters can check out these spooky home when they're out on Halloween.
A skeleton creeps out of the ground on Kittredge Road in |
 | Column: What the Shutdown Means for Berkshire County Residents
Across Berkshire County, the federal government shutdown is creating growing concern among residents who depend on essential programs for food, heat, and stability. While the impact may seem distant to some, it is being felt acutely by low-income families, seniors, and individuals who are already struggling with high costs of |
 | Co-op Bank Announces Leadership Promotions
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) announced the promotions of Dana Robb and Ray E. Smith to Senior Vice President positions.
Dana Robb has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Retail Banking & Operations, bringing more than two decades of experience in the financial services industry. He is |
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