 | Lee Seniors Win County Youth Football League Title
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Lee Seniors Saturday won back-to-back Berkshire County Youth Football League championships with consecutive undefeated seasons.
Lee, who has been unbeaten since 2022, continued its reign of dominance with an 8-0 win over Pittsfield at Berkshire Community College.
Lee’s Bryce Hoff |
 | Question 2: Is MCAS a Tool or Barrier?
My final plea for NO on 2: 20 yrs ago when I was leading the 1st fight to preserve MCAS grad standard my mom, beloved lifetime educator, said the 1st q from students when she gave a quiz was always: "Does it count?" If it doesn't mean anything that is how kids will approach it.
— Jane Swift (@janemswift) November 1, |
| Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. to host Opening Reception for 'Art of Food'
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and Framework will feature a new exhibition entitled the "Art of Food", November 1 -27, at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (437 North Street).
"Art of Food" will exhibit paintings, mixed media, photography, and even a LEGO sculpture that fit the broad |
| Pittsfield Announces Trash/Recycling Bin Disposal Opportunities
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Residents will have two opportunities to dispose of their old trash and recycling containers as the new toter system rolls out.
This includes a drop-off at Casella Waste Systems' transfer station, located at 500 Hubbard Ave., and a residential pickup within the next few weeks.
On Saturday, Nov. 9, |
| Sponsors of Mass Save Grant to Support Energy Efficiency Education
BOSTON — The Sponsors of Mass Save announced that applications are now open for the fourth round of the Mass Save Community Education Grant, an initiative that serves to increase access to and awareness of energy efficiency programs through educational and culturally relevant opportunities for residents in Environmental Justice |
| Ribbon Cut on Springside Pond as 'A Place for Everyone'
Parks, Open Space and Natural Resource Manager James McGrath holds up a management plan for the park that was completed before he joined the city in 2002. The pond was a critical element of the plan, he said.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — For many, Springside Pond represents a time when people from all walks of life |
| Three Injured in Pittsfield Halloweentime Shootings
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Three city residents sustained gunshot wounds while in the larger downtown area this week.
The Pittsfield Police Department responded to shooting reports on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday on First Street and Pleasant Street. A person was shot during each incident but injuries were considered non-life |
 | Lipton Appealing Dalton Code Enforcement Ruling on Gas Station
DALTON, Mass. — A public hearing on Nov. 12 will determine whether the new owners of 630 Main St. can proceed with their plan to reopen a gas station.
The location has been an automotive repair shop, Miller's Service, for several decades until its owner, Darren Miller, sold it to Lipton Properties in February 2024 |
 | Youngsters Promote National Diabetes Awareness Month in Hinsdale
The water bottles decorated with stickers promoting Diabetes Awareness Month and bracelets that the youngsters acquired for two school personnel with diabetes.
HINSDALE, Mass. — According to the American Diabetes Association, two Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every minute.
At Kittredge Elementary |
 | Eagles Band Returns to the Colonial for Annual Concert
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Eagles Community Band's annual community concert has a little something for everyone, incorporating pieces from different cultures and periods.
The annual event at The Colonial Theatre has been a staple for the band since the early 2000s. This year, it will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 |
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