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Hoosac Valley Shuts Down Comp in Road Win
CHICOPEE, Mass. – Ashlyn Lesure and Emma Meczywor scored six goals apiece Tuesday to lead the Hoosac Valley girls lacrosse team to a 19-6 win over Chicopee Comprehensive. Jacinta Felix had a goal and four assists, and Regan Shea had a hat trick as Hoosac Valley won for the fifth time in six games.
Drury Shuts Out Monument Mountain for 11th Straight Win
The Blue Devils played flawless defense in winning their 11th straight game, beating Monument Mountain, 7-0, on Joe Wolfe Field. They also got the first home run of the season from Jake Gladu, who had to work a little extra hard for the round-tripper. When the ball left Gladu’s bat...
One arrested, one hurt in Dalton shooting
One arrested, one injured in shooting in Berkshire County. One person was hurt and another person arrested after a shooting in Berkshire County. The shooting happened Thursday night at a house on East Housatonic Street in Dalton, NewsChannel 13’s media partners at The Berkshire Eagle reported. The victim was...
Dalton Elections See High Turn Out; Select Board Incumbent Wins
DALTON, Mass. — More than 800 residents cast their votes during Monday's town elections, resulting in Select Board incumbent Robert Bishop retaining his seat. "I feel like it was it was a high turnout. We had a lot of mail-in ballots … I think the one contested Select Board race definitely brought people out," Town Clerk Heather Hunt said.
Pittsfield Wins at Hampshire Regional
WESTHAMPTON, Mass. – Isabella MacDonald went 3-for-4 with a home run on Tuesday to lead the Pittsfield softball team to a 12-7 win over Hampshire Regional. Neveah Lopez also homered and drove in a pair of runs in an 11-hit Pittsfield attack. Gionnah Levardi and Natalie Arnhold each had...
Frontier Softball Downs Taconic
SOUTH DEERFIELD, Mass. – Delaney Fifield went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double and four RBIs Wednesday to lead the Frontier softball team to a 13-9 win over Taconic. Jianna Gilmore-Kruger went 3-for-4 with an RBI, and Abby Soto and Toni Ahoussi each had a pair of hits for the Thunder.
Adams Lions Host Golf Tournament
ADAMS, Mass. — The Adams Lions Club's annual golf tournament will be Saturday, May 18, at Forest Park Country Club. Teams of four will compete in a 9-hole scramble format with tee times beginning at 8 am. Proceeds will support Lions initiatives, including scholarships for local high school graduates...
Berkshire Family Hikes providing backpacks with hiking materials to borrow
DALTON, Mass — A new initiative to promote outdoor exploration lets people borrow a backpack that comes with the necessary essentials one needs for hiking. Berkshire Family Hikes is launching the "Uncommon Paths" program. Two backpacks with hiking essentials are available to borrow from the Dalton Free Public Library...
Clark Art Concert By Zarabanda Variations
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — On Sunday, May 19 at 4 pm, the Clark Art Institute presents a performance by visionary classical group Zarabanda Variations and the American Modern Opera Company. The concert takes place in the Clark's auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. According to a press release:. Led...
Budget hearings begin in Pittsfield ahead of July deadline
Early in his first term, Mayor Peter Marchetti was directed by the 11-member body he long led as president to deliver a close to level funded budget to contain tax rates for residents. Marchetti explained to the council that he had asked each city department to provide three budgets: level funded, level service funded, and a wish list.
MCLA Class of 2024 Told 'This Is Your Time'
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts awarded 175 degree and certificates at the college's 125th commencement ceremonies on Saturday. Keynote speaker Shannon Holsey, president of the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans, said past graduations have occurred during periods of peace with little fanfare. But not so for the class of 2024.
Alleged Kidnapper Shot Victim While Trying To Restrain Them In Western Mass Basement: DA
A Berkshire County man is accused of attempting to kill a man he had kidnapped on Thursday evening, May 9, authorities said. Nicholas Lighten, 35, of Dalton, faces 10 major felonies from the alleged violent attack, the Berkshire County District Attorney said. He is being held without bond pend…
Lanesborough Ambulance named 2024 EMS Agency of the Year
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. - Lanesborough Ambulance has worked hard to get to where they are now. Laneborough Ambulance has been named 2024 EMS Agency of the Year. They have been through a lot of challenges, including staffing. They now have a staff of eight. Is the primary ambulance service for Lanesborough.
McCann Honor Roll
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — McCann Technical School third quarter honor roll. If you would like to contribute information on this article, contact us at info@iberkshires.com. North Adams Liquor Store Has New Owner; Vegan Eatery Gets Alcohol License. By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The former V&V liquor...
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