| Fire Officials Issue Home Heating Reminder
STOW, Mass. — A three-alarm fire in Revere started with a furnace, prompting a reminder from fire officials to pay special attention to home heating safety.
Heating equipment is the #1 source of carbon monoxide at home and the second-leading cause of residential fires in Massachusetts.
"As the |
| Governor Issues New Clemency Guidelines for Criminal Justice System
Governor Issues New Clemency Guidelines for Criminal Justice System BOSTON – Governor Maura T. Healey released new clemency guidelines that align with her administration's commitment to center fairness and equity in the criminal justice system.
These guidelines are designed to provide guidance to petitioners |
| Dalton Cultural Council Tentatively Approves Grant Applications
DALTON, Mass. — The Cultural Council tentatively approved partially funding various grant applications for local events and initiatives during its meeting on Monday.
The council's priorities are to improve the quality of life for residents by promoting access, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities |
| Pittsfield Seeks Proposals for Human Services Funding
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield announced that applications are now available for funding to provide human services that benefit Pittsfield residents.
Funding is for the program year July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
Annually, the city, through its Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC), an 11-member |
| Wheels Spinning on Regional Housing Authority Rebrand
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority is in the process of rebranding to better clarify its mission.
Clients know the organization as being an accessible, compassionate, and helpful place to access resources for housing and other human service needs but the word "authority" is sometimes |
| @theMarket: Bonds, Stocks Should Consolidate After Epic Run
This stock market rally lasted nine straight days. That was more than enough to trigger some profit-taking.
"Too far, too fast" is my interpretation of the nine-day continuous climb in the equity and bond markets. The rally that started early last week continued this week, although it was clear to me that it is showing |
| The Retired Investor: The Gap in Home Health-Care Workers
Baby Boomers are aging. As their health fails, an increasing number of the elderly are turning away from nursing homes and opting for home health care instead. The problem is finding enough trained caregivers to handle demand.
The demographics in the U.S. indicate two trends — an aging population as well as a declining |
 | Weekend Outlook: Plays, Concerts, and More
Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including plays, films, concerts, and more.
Find all the craft fairs and harvest festivals here.
Editor's Pick
Hancock Shaker Village Community Day
1843 West Housatonic, Pittsfield
Time: Saturday, 11 to |
 | Miss Hall's School Presents 'Sense and Sensibility'
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Miss Hall's School Theater Ensemble presents Kate Hamill's adaptation of "Sense and Sensibility" in two shows — 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, and 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11.
Performances take place in the Woods Theater of the Elizabeth Gatchell Klein Arts Center on the |
| BCC Players presents 'Mother of the Maid'
PITTSFIELD, Mass — BCC Players, Berkshire Community College (BCC)'s theatrical troupe, presents "Mother of the Maid" on Friday, Nov. 17 at 7 pm; Saturday, Nov. 18 at 1 pm and 7 pm; and Sunday, Nov. 19 at 1 pm.
The performances will be held in the Robert Boland Theatre, located on BCC's main campus at |
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