| Big Y Kicks Off Partners of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y has kicked off their annual Partners of Hope campaign.
Each October the initiative helps raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and treatment. The Partners of Hope campaign enables Big Y to give assistance to local breast cancer organizations, hospitals and medical centers. In |
 | Mayor Macksey Honored at MS Foundation Gala
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Jennifer Macksey's been navigating a debilitating disease for her entire life — even though she didn't know it until 10 years ago.
The mayor of North Adams suffers from multiple sclerosis, a disease she shares with nearly a million Americans and with 2.8 |
| @theMarket: Stocks Make Record Highs Despite a Wall of Worry
Mixed inflation data, higher unemployment claims, steeper bond yields, the unresolved Israeli counterstrike against Iran, and jitters over the election kept the equity averages volatile throughout the week. Despite those worries, the S&P 500 Index and the Dow hit record highs.
A bullish stock market often climbs a wall of |
| Dalton Lions Club to Host Country Festival
DALTON, Mass. — Grab your dancing shoes and get gussied up for Dalton Lions Club's inaugural Country Fest fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at the Stationary Factory.
This event is a win-win for everyone, said Robert Bishop Jr., Lion's Club entertainment committee |
| Michael Cook Sr. Sentenced to 25 Years to Life
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Thursday, Oct. 10 Michael A. Cook Sr. was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 25 years for the 2nd degree murder of his wife, Charli Cook.
The sentences for the remaining four charges will be served concurrently to the lead charge, Murder in the Second Degree. |
 | Weekend Outlook: Halloween Events, Ramblefest, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including Halloween-themed events, Ramblefest, live music, and more.
See a list of Farmer's Markets here.
Editor's Pick
Purgatory Road Jr.
190 Cleveland Road, Dalton
Oct. 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Although |
 | 1Berkshire's Berkshire Leadership Program Accepting Applications
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — 1Berkshire's Berkshire Leadership Program (BLP) is excited to announce that the 2025 class applications are open.
The Berkshire Leadership Program seeks, prepares, involves, and sustains individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to and competent in addressing community challenges |
| Pittsfield Road Work: Holmes Road Sewer Extension
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Be advised that starting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, the Holmes Road (between 780 Holmes Rd. and Lori Court) sewer extension project will begin.
This work is slated to take approximately four weeks, pending no unexpected delays occur during construction. During this period, one lane of traffic will be closed, |
| Adams Awarded Grant to Study the Removal of Fisk Street Dam
ADAMS, Mass. — The Town of Adams has received a $94,125 grant from the Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Dam and Seawall program to study the removal of the Peck's Brook, also known as Fisk Brook, dam located near Russell Field and the American Legion Hall.
According to a statement from the town, the dam is a |
 | PHS, Taconic Seniors Honored With Superintendent's Award
Taconic's Nicholas Kerwood and Pittsfield High's Lisa Chen are the top students in the class of 2025.
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Two Pittsfield Public Schools seniors have been recognized for excellence in and out of the classroom.
Pittsfield High School's Lisa Chen and Taconic High School's Nicholas |
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