 | Candidates for Central Berkshire Superintendent All Local
DALTON, Mass. — Central Berkshire Regional School Committee won't have to go far to find a new superintendent.
The four finalists for the post are all from Berkshire County.
They are Michael Henault, current assistant superintendent for Central Berkshire; John Franzoni, superintendent of the |
| The Retired Investor: U.S. Dominance of Global Markets
It has been a great run. For 15 years, the U.S. stock market has been the envy of the world. Led by the FANG stocks, global investors could not get enough of American stocks — until now.
By the end of 2024, global investors had committed more capital to America than ever before. At the same time, the dollar traded at a |
| Heating Oil Leaks Into Dalton Brook
DALTON, Mass. — A residential oil tank at Wahconah Falls Mobile Home Park leaked heating oil, which entered Wahconah Falls Brook on March 10.
Approximately 200 to 250 gallons of heating oil leaked from the tank, Fire Chief Chris Cachat said.
The department responded to the report of gasoline in |
| Weekend Outlook: Looking Green This Weekend
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week including St. Patrick's Day celebrations, art, live music, and more.
Editor's Picks
32nd Annual St. Patrick's Parade and Irish Fest
Downtown Hoosick Falls, N.Y.
Time: Saturday, 1 |
 | Berkshire County Arc to Host Online Training on Social Security Work Incentives
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire County Arc will host a virtual training session on Social Security work incentives on Tuesday, March 18, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST. The training is designed for individuals with disabilities receiving SSI and/or SSDI, and their families.
Topics covered will include:
Barriers to employment for |
| Man Killed by Freight Train in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A man was struck and killed by a westbound freight train on the railroad tracks near The Big Y Supermarket in Pittsfield.
The incident occurred on March 12, 2025, at approximately 6:22 pm.
Two men were observed walking westbound on the tracks as the train approached. The train |
| Pittsfield Nomination Papers Available in April
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Nomination papers for elected offices in Pittsfield will be available on Wednesday, April 2.
Offices on the 2025 municipal election ballot will be one city clerk, four councilors at large, seven ward councilors and six seats on the School Committee.
Nominations papers require |
| Pittsfield Superintendent Details 'Nightmare' Threat Incident
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Wednesday's threat incident was Superintendent Joseph Curtis' "absolute worst nightmare."
That morning, a social media threat put Taconic and Pittsfield high schools into "hold-in-passing" procedures. It was lifted a couple of hours later when the Pittsfield Police Department confirmed |
 | Protecting Your Assets: How FDIC and DIF Protect Your Deposits
In this time of economic uncertainty, keeping your money secure should be a top priority. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF) play crucial roles in safeguarding your deposits.
FDIC Insurance: Your First Line of Defense
More than just a sticker on the door at your bank, the |
| Pittsfield Police Say No School Threat Posed by Social Media Post
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police are investigating a social media threat related to the Pittsfield Public Schools.
"The Pittsfield Police Department has confirmed that the online social media post in question depicted an Orbeez gun, a type of toy gel blaster. As of right now, the Pittsfield Police Department has |
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