| Pittsfield Begins Review of $226M Budget for Fiscal 2026
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On the second night of fiscal year 2026 budget hearings, the City Council preliminarily approved 11 departmental budgets in 40 minutes.
Conversation on Thursday began with a discussion about employee raises. Mayor Peter Marchetti explained that everyone's raises are different, but his, based on the |
| Pittsfield's $226M Budget Mostly Personnel, Expenses, Debt Service
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mayor Peter Marchetti said the $226 million fiscal year 2026 budget is mostly personnel, expenses, and debt services.
The total for city and school personnel is $110.6 million, health insurance is $33 million, the retirement contribution is $18 million, and debt service is $19.8 million. This represents $181.7 |
 | Berkshire County Towns Remember the Fallen on Memorial Day
Dalton holds its annual Memorial Day parade. More photos here.
DALTON, Mass. — Daniel Sargent's cousin inspired him to serve his country and he'll be off to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point this fall to join the class of 2029.
"When I was young my cousin served in Afghanistan. At that |
 | State Fire Marshal Highlights Summer Fire Safety
STOW, Mass. — As Massachusetts approaches Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is asking residents to practice outdoor fire safety in the weeks and months ahead.
"As the weather gets warmer and we start spending more time outside, outdoor fires also start to increase," |
 | BEAT Queries Residents on Future of Pittsfield Peaker Plant
Participants indicated their feelings about the plant and its future.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Environmentalists continue to push for the decarbonization of the last peaker plant in Berkshire County.
On Tuesday, the Berkshire Environmental Action Team solicited feedback about the future of Pittsfield Generating Co. at |
| Eversource Recognizes National Electrical Safety Month with life-saving tips
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. With warmer weather returning and many people turning their attention to outdoor projects and seasonal home maintenance, it's critical to keep safety top of mind—especially when working around electricity.
In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Eversource is reminding customers that without |
| Berkshire County Historical Society Announces Summer Event Schedule
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Historical Society has announced its schedule of summer events, which will include new programs, collaborations, and returning annual favorites.
The events are scheduled to take place at Arrowhead, Herman Melville's historic Pittsfield home, located at 780 Holmes Road in |
 | Berkshire Community College Graduates Physical Therapist Assistants
President Ellen Kennedy, program instructors and speakers pose with the graduates. See more photos here.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College graduated six physical therapist assistants during an intimate ceremony on Thursday.
"This is a meaningful and, I hope, memorable evening for |
 | Front Porch Feature: Cape With Ample Opportunities
The home is located at 387 North St.
DALTON, Mass. — This sweet renovated Cape on a generous corner lot is a perfect starter home, or a great pick for downsizing or sharing with mom.
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County.
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