| Conte Community School Wins Safe Routes to School Bike Rack Grant
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced the winners of the 2024-2025 Bike Rack Grant through its Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program.
Conte COmmunity School was one of the tree winners.
Now in its second year, this grant helps schools replace old, worn, and damaged |
 | Pittsfield to Overhaul Downtown Alleyway with State Funds
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— A $1.37 million grant from the state will enhance Allegrone's renovation of the Wright Building.
On Tuesday, the City Council accepted $1,370,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities' HousingWorks Infrastructure Program. It will support streetscape |
| Pittsfield Will Seek an Interim School Superintendent
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Joseph Curtis will be replaced by an interim superintendent in June.
On Wednesday, the School Committee authorized the personnel/negotiations subcommittee to search for an interim superintendent that starts no later than July 1-- earlier if possible.
"I wish we were not having to do this," Chair |
| The Retired Investor: Veterans take it on the chin in DOGE bloodbath
They love their country. As such, it is no surprise that many veterans would want to continue to serve their nation after discharge. It is why so many vets apply to work for the federal government. That partnership seemed to work out for both parties—until recently.
For those of us who have served in the military, we have |
| Elizabeth Freeman Center Looks to Repair New Location
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Elizabeth Freeman Center's new downtown location requires several renovations.
On Monday, the center's administrative assistant Esther Anderson asked the Historical Commission, "Does anybody have any guidance?"
"We have a lot of things that need to be done to |
| Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and More
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more.
Editor's Pick
First Sunday Free at the Clark
The Clark Art Institute, Williamstown
Sunday 1 to 4 p.m.
The museum is opening its |
 | Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New Agents
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Bishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis.
Tworig, formerly with Moresi Real Estate Partners, has called the Berkshires and Southern Vermont home for over 40 years. With deep-rooted relationships among local business owners, contractors, and residents, |
| BCC Varsity Sports Program Set to Begin in the Fall
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) announces its acceptance into the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) varsity athletics league with the introduction of women's court volleyball this fall and men's baseball in spring 2026.
Both sports will be played at the Division III level |
 | Pittsfield Schools' Investigation Clears One Administrator
Updated Thursday morning with more information about the Department of Children and Families investigation.
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Allegations against one Pittsfield High School staff member have been found to be “unsustained” by an investigator hired by the school district.
On Wednesday, |
| Pittsfield Speller Advances to Regional Bee
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Emily Escalon-Brizuela, winner of the Jonathan Levine Middle School Spelling Bee on Jan. 17, will be one of 17 spellers advancing to the Regional Spelling Bee.
The Region 4 Bee will be held virtually on March 8, 2025, at 9 a.m.
This competition is the next step toward the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which |
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