Senator Downing Holding Toys for Tots Open House
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — State Sen. Benjamin B. Downing will host his third annual Toys for Tots Holiday Open House at his district office at 7 North St., Suite 307, on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 3 to 6 p.m.
The senator will be collecting...
Williams Athletic Department Donates Gifts to Hillcrest
Members of the Williams College tennis team helped wrap gifts.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Williams College Athletic Department purchased and distributed more than 1,500 Christmas gifts for...
Giving Tree Campaign Kicks Off on Friday
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management is supporting the 33-year-old "Giving Tree" holiday clothing drive this year with a new publicity campaign urging area residents to help provide warm clothing for local children in...
Berkshire Food Project Feast Feeds Nearly 200
The Berkshire Food Project fed between 160 and 180 people at its annual Thanksgiving feast on Monday; left, Greg Roach preparing 18 turkeys at Wild Oats Market.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —...
Berkshire Children and Families Celebrates 126 Years
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal was the keynote speaker at the organization's annual meeting. But the real headliner was the Kids 4 Harmony musicians.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Children and Families...
Red Cross Taking Family Inquiries in Wake of Typhoon Haiyan
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The American Red Cross is currently accepting family linking inquiries for missing loved ones in relation to Typhoon Haiyan. The Red Cross provides humanitarian services to refugee and immigrant communities by...
North Adams Girl Scouts Give Meaning to Thanksgiving
Girl Scouts Alyssa Smith, Jocelyn and Kailee Goodell, Kaylee Chrisman, Kimberlee DiBiase, Rebecca Vallieres, Sabriel Spencer, Tatum Ciempa (not in photo) and Tiana Carver are putting together Thanksgiving baskets for needy...
Moments House Offers Pink Hair Extension for Breast Cancer Momth
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Moments House is offering pink or purple hair extensions for those wishing to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The event is this Friday, Oct. 11, from 5 to 8 at Moments House at 194 Fenn St....
Have Hope Initiative Seeks to Raise Addiction Awareness
The Have Hope Initiative's goal is to provide support for victims of addiction and raise awareness of the dangers of drug abuse.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — After the sudden, tragic death of her friend,...
Berkshire County Kids Place Celebrating 20th Anniversary
Laura Baran and Christa Collier are honoring those who founded the organization while looking toward the future.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Twenty years ago when a child was sexually or physically abused...
Northern Berkshire United Way Sets $560K Goal
Many contributors and agency representives attended the annual meeting of the Northern Berkshire United Way at the Williams Inn on Thursday.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Northern Berkshire United Way...
Berkshire County Arc Names Marketing Director
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire County Arc has hired a new director of marketing and development, Garnet L. Williams.
In this role, Williams will lead the execution of marketing, branding, communication and fundraising strategy,...
3rd Annual 'Walk A Mile' Fundraiser Set Sept. 19
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The third annual Berkshire County "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" will take place during Third Thursday, Sept. 19, rain or shine, in downtown Pittsfield.
Last year's...
Williamstown Teen Donates Hair
Williamstown's Benjamin Hynes displays the ponytail he cut off to send to the Locks of Love program.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Benjamin Hynes wanted a new look.
And he was able to put his...
Berkshire Red Cross Seeking Increased Support
Kate Leene and Tim Dolan in their West Street building last week.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — For 118 years there have been Berkshire County volunteers who, when disaster strikes, stop whatever they are doing,...
Greylock Federal Commits $50K to Support Elder Nutrition
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal has committed $50,000 over five years to support a senior nutrition program in Berkshire County. The funds will be provided to Elder Services of Berkshire County for its Meals on Wheels...
Fraternal Order of Eagles Donate Over $14K At State Convention
Grand Worthy President of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles David Tice speaks at the order's annual state convention held at Aerie 310 on Saturday evening.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Fraternal Order of...
Red Cross Offers Swimming Safety Tips
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County chapter of the American Red Cross is offering some safe swimming tips in light of some recent water-related tragedies.
Over the past two days, the Rerd Cross...
Berkshire Red Cross Chapter Honors Disaster Responders
Paul Johansen, Robin Avery, Glenn Wheeler, Vivi Mannuzza and Candida Cooper pose for a photo following Thursday's ceremony.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — American Red Cross volunteers are known for...
Northern Berkshire Coalition Celebrates At 27th Annual Meeting
Mayor Richard Alcombright, left, speaks of Mark Rondeau and Al Nelson of the Interfaith Action Initiative prior to giving them the Northern Berkshire Hero Award.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Northern...
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