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Lee Chamber Celebrates Local Community Members

LEE, Mass. — Longtime teacher, coach and community activist Thomas Cinella was the recipient of this year's Lifetime Achievement Award from the Lee Chamber of Commerce. Cinella was one of four individuals and one organization who were celebrated at last week's gathering at the Greenock Country Club. "We have...

Lee, MA · 1d
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Local Volleyball Standouts Head to Hall of Fame All-Star Game

HOLYOKE, Mass. -- Eight high school volleyball players from Berkshire County have been selected to play in the International Volleyball Hall of Fame's All-Star Games on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at Holyoke Community College. The event begins with the all-Western Mass Second Team All-Star Game at 6 p.m., followed by the...

Holyoke, MA · 2d
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Nearly 200 Pittsfield People Were Unsheltered During 2026 PIT Count

PITTSFIELD. Mass. — There were nearly 200 people experiencing homelessness on the night of the 2026 Point in Time count. Last Wednesday, the Homelessness Advisory Committee reviewed this year's PIT count, which was conducted on Jan. 25. The Three County Continuum of Care gathers this data to best determine how many people are without adequate shelter on a single night.

Pittsfield, MA · 2d
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Pittsfield group launches home energy assistance program

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) has launched a new program to help Pittsfield residents cover repair costs that can prevent them from accessing home energy-efficiency upgrades. The organization announced its new Community Chest program, which offers forgivable loans of up to $4,000 to help...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d
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New Pittsfield Shop Offers Nontoxic Scented Candles & Cozy Decor

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Alyssa Sena loves scented candles. But she found lighting them in her home was aggravating her asthma. So she set to work to find a healthier option for herself, and her home. "I realized how bad they are for you and the paraffin and how harmful...

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Mike Selbach finds the extraordinary in everyday life

Subway stations may seem unlikely places to encounter the divine, but amid the rumble of trains, the crush of commuters and the cavernous underground passageways, Salisbury artist Mike Selbach finds moments of unexpected beauty. In “Subway Saints,” his solo exhibition opening Thursday, Nov. 12 at the Warren Family Gallery at...

Sheffield, MA · 1d

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Experts hired to address wetlands violations

SALISBURY — The Inland Wetlands Commission received a list of experts hired by Seth Churchill to prepare reports on wetlands violations at 144 Salmon Kill Road at its meeting Monday, Oct. 26. The case centers on vegetation removal, construction of a driveway and pond, and associated site work that...

Salisbury, CT · 1d

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Lane closures on I-90 westbound in Lee for bridge repairs

Daytime bridge repairs on I-90 in Lee will result in lane closures on Tuesday.

Lee, MA · 1d

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Pittsfield Proposes 2.64 Tax Rate Hike

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The proposed tax rate for fiscal year 2027 is less than 40 cents per $1,000 valuation for residential properties and would increase the average property tax bill by about $146 per year. On Tuesday's City Council meeting agenda is a request from the mayor and Board...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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MSBA: No Stearns in Proposed West Pittsfield School

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Stearns may not be part of the proposed consolidated West Side elementary school after all. During the School Building Needs Commission meeting on Monday, the owner's project managers, Skanska, reported that the Massachusetts School Building Authority would not fund a three-school project. Stearns Elementary School had...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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West Stockbridge Historical Society presents ‘The World of Bees’ Friday, Nov. 13

West Stockbridge — The West Stockbridge Historical Society (WSHS) Nature Series will host “The World of Bees,” with ecologist Kyle Bradford on Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. at Old Town Hall (9 Main Street). Audience members will have the opportunity to hear from Bradford about bees and the important work they do to hold together our food systems and ecosystems—and what is putting that work at risk. Admission is free for WSHS members with a $10 suggested donation for non-members. Those interested in attending should reserve their seats through the WSHS website.

West Stockbridge, MA · 1d

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Turning Back the Pages - November 12, 2026

When Judge William Travers Jerome arrived in Lakeville on Tuesday evening, he was tendered a royal reception and a hearty welcome. About 400 citizens were gathered at the depot, and when the Judge stepped from the train, a roar of applause went up that denoted the enthusiasm and delight of his host of friends, while the surroundings were a blaze of red fire. After shaking hands with a number of friends the Judge and his party were driven to his residence where they dined and enjoyed a brief rest. At 2 o’clock a message from President Roosevelt was received, congratulating the Judge upon the splendid fight and victory.

Salisbury, CT · 1d

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Lee begins search for new fire chief

Lee — If all goes according to plan, the town will seat its new fire chief early next year. In a telephone interview with The Berkshire Edge, Town Administrator Christopher Brittain detailed the hiring process that will begin with a seven-member search committee to be approved by the Lee Select Board on November 17. That committee will include Brittain, Human Resources and Payroll Administrator Vanessa Horne and Building Commissioner Matt Kollmer, as well as representatives from the town’s Police Department, Career Firefighters Union, and volunteer call firefighters, in addition to a member of the public.

Lee, MA · 2d

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Growing community at the Berkshire Natural History Conference

The Berkshires are stunning and they know it. At least, researchers, conservationists, and nature enthusiasts do, after coming together at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) last Saturday for the 10th annual Berkshire Natural History Conference. Established in honor of the Berkshires-based naturalist Dave St. James, who passed away...

Berkshire County, MA · 19h

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Pamela Knowles Quartet to kick off ‘Jazz at the Barn’ series

South Egremont — The Buttonball Barn will launch its monthly “Jazz at the Barn” series with jazz vocalist Pamela Knowles and her quartet on Thursday, November 19, at 7 p.m. Over the course of her 30-plus-year career, Knowles has performed all over the world, including at Ronnie...

Berkshire County, MA · 1d

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Region One weighs sports league shift, announces mental health grant

FALLS VILLAGE — Housatonic Valley Regional High School is exploring alternatives to the Berkshire League as other schools consider leaving, potentially forcing the Mountaineers to travel farther and face tougher competition. At the Nov. 2 Region One Board of Education meeting, Athletic Director Anne MacNeil outlined possible moves to...

Salisbury, CT · 1d

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Letters to the Editor - November 12, 2026

“Welcome home! We’re so glad you are with us again. “Now go find a life that matters.” Joining the ranks in the military means that everything is reduced to black & white. The word uniform says it all. No dissenting opinions, no questions and one purpose: serve the mission and your team.

Salisbury, CT · 1d

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Lenox Sweeps Its Way Through Second Round of Tournament

LENOX, Mass. – Evelyn Julieano recorded a double-double Tuesday to lead the Lenox volleyball team to a sweep of Pioneer Charter School of Science in the Division 5 State Tournament. Julieano put down 11 kills and pulled up 17 digs in the 25-10, 25-11, 25-13 victory. Second-seeded Lenox (16-3)...

Lenox, MA · 21h

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Salisbury Democrats’ auction returns Nov. 15

SALISBURY — The Salisbury Democrats’ Fabulous Auction will bring an evening of food, laughter and bidding to the Town Grove on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Billed as “an evening of good cheer,” the event will feature hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and sparkling water, along with ice cream treats from Grassland Dessert Cafe in Lakeville.

Salisbury, CT · 1d

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BHS' Berkshire Medical Center Receives Healthgrades Awards in Four Categories

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) has announced that Berkshire Medical Center (BMC) has earned top honors from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital. Berkshire Medical Center has achieved two Specialty Excellence Awards—one for outpatient joint replacement and one for surgical care....

Pittsfield, MA · 12h