Pittsfield officials have conducted extra testing of water lines around Berkshire Medical Center and found more than enough residual chlorine — the disinfectant used to kill the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease — to prevent its spread.

Jesse Kowalski, who was in the process of curating an exhibition about the Holocaust and antisemitism set to open in spring 2027, said that he was fired for “unprofessional behavior and damage to the museum.”

Leaders of Berkshire autism programs are speaking up to say there is no proven causation of the disorder from Tylenol use while pregnant, despite recent claims from the federal government, and encouraging people to utilize local resources.

Christine Croughwell has often felt alone since being diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer. Now 4 years cancer-free, Croughwell has struggled to find other Berkshire County residents who’ve been diagnosed or survived, as most people seek treatment in Boston or at Baystate Medical Center, she said.

Beginning next month, residents will have the opportunity to air their views — regardless of the topic — during Stockbridge Select Board meetings.

The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority will continue offering fare-free fixed route bus and ADA-compliant paratransit services through June 2026, a program that has boosted ridership and garnered community praise.

Shortly after one Open Meeting Law complaint against the Adams Select Board was dismissed, another one has been filed.

The Massachusetts School Building Authority has agreed to cover 64 percent of the $16.7 million project, or about $9.3 million. That leaves about $7.4 million to be split among the nine member communities.

Hundreds honored fallen veterans at the Saturday unveiling of the Berkshire Gold Star Memorial in Lenox.

Despite facing challenges like funding uncertainty and enrollment issues, Berkshire County Head Start continues to adapt and positively impact the community, preparing children for success and empowering families with essential resources.

How soon is peak fall foliage? According to the state Department of Conservation and Recreation's interactive map, it will reach the Northern Berkshires and eastern and western parts of the county during the week of Oct. 13.

Porcelain curves, twists and grows, taking on unexpected billowy forms in Kadri Pärnamets’ new exhibition, “Muraka,” in Ferrin Contemporary’s summer gallery at Project Art.

Serving students from Great Barrington, Stockbridge and West Stockbridge, Monument Mountain Regional High School needs an upgrade. But voters will decide if that means constructing a new, state-of-the-art building.

Seven patients have tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease, Berkshire Health Systems reported on Thursday.

Anglers frustrated over losing access points for fishing at Pontoosuc Lake Park are one step closer to regaining access.

Tight hallways, inadequate security and broken facilities were on display as students led tours of Monument Mountain Regional High School. The event was part of a campaign to persuade voters — once again — to back a $152 million project to replace the run-down building with a state-of-the-art one.

At a marathon meeting Monday night, the five-member LEnox Zoning Board of Appeals voted down Verizon’s application for a special permit and variance for the proposed Canyon Ranch site.

“The Onion,” with a picturesque score and an intriguing sci-fi premise, couldn't quite land the knockout punch. But when it came close, in raw expressions of abandonment, self-denial and soaring catharsis, the opera hit home hard.

"The Weekend" explores friendship, family, and secrets in a small town, bringing heart, humor and drama to the stage this fall.

A state study found no consistent increase in cancers linked to PCB exposure over the past 24 years in Pittsfield and four other towns along the Housatonic River, the Department of Public Health reported.

"Betty The Legend" becomes the oldest woman to complete a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail at the age of 80. The path to that milestone for Betty Kellenberger was far from simple, and not exactly textbook.

Amanda Johnston and Seth Williams are set to open Penny Arcade Press this fall in Pittsfield. The shop and studio will combine custom printing and handmade goods with a space for community and artist gatherings.

After more than a decade at Bartholomew’s Cobble, Flying Deer Nature Center is relocating its programs to April Hill in South Egremont — a move that has left some parents who say their kids have grown up on the land disappointed.

Great Barrington is urging residents to minimize water use after the state declared a majority of Massachusetts is in a Level 2 drought last week.

The Pittsfield Community Food Pantry — formerly the South Community Food Pantry — is hosting “Rock the Pantry,” a benefit concert at the Colonial Theatre at 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Lanesborough administrative assistant Corinne Bradley has been accused of embezzling more than $325,000 from a former employer in Rensselaer County, N.Y.

The carousel, which reopened this year after a seven-year hiatus, will wrap up its regular service on Oct. 25.

The foursome of Duncan Clark, Joel Pekosz, Dan Brooks and Steve Dowsett reeled in a Josh Billings title Sunday back at Tanglewood.

The new leadership team of Pittsfield Public Schools faced a daunting task as schools opened for the fall: Finding enough teachers and staff to fill vacancies on short notice.

Mill Town Foundation is asking for residents to cast their votes in support of a proposal that could bring a free live music series to The Common next summer.

Louison House, the only comprehensive housing agency in Northern Berkshire County, celebrated the housing project's completion on Thursday.

Molly Lyon-Joseph, proprietor of Frankie’s Ristorante and Pizzeria Boema, plans to open her third spot, Bea’s House, at the former Café Lucia on Church Street in Lenox.

Pittsfield veterans and community members gathered at Veterans Memorial Park on Thursday to honor five local soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan and to commemorate the Sept. 11 attacks.

Roots Rising is building a new farm and education center in Pittsfield, transforming a 6.5-acre property into a hub for sustainable farming, youth programs and community learning.

The Josh Billings RunAground triathlon will return to its Tanglewood finish line on Sunday. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. in Great Barrington.

As BART Principal Joe Huston is starting his second year he’s planning to take the college preparatory school in a more academically focused direction.

A “kindness box” outside Tom’s Toys overflows with handwritten notes, refreshed by the community and cared for by its 13-year-old creator, Zoe Hoffman.

After months of debate, the Pittsfield City Council voted to refer Mayor Peter Marchetti’s proposed camping ban ordinance to the Board of Health for review.

After a closed-door meeting Monday, the Adams Select Board voted to place Police Chief K. Scott Kelley on paid leave and appointed Sgt. Donna Malloy as interim chief.

Berkshire Community College President Ellen Kennedy has announced she will retire at the end of the academic year.

Yarmosky died suddenly in his sleep on Aug. 30 at the age of 78, leaving a legacy of compassion, humor, skill and dedication that set a standard of excellence for pediatric dentistry in the region.

Lenox has entered the final stage of its $2 million downtown roadwork project, with paving on Church, Franklin and Housatonic streets set to begin Sept. 22. Work will pause on weekends for festivals, with completion expected in early October.

Think the 2030 census is far off? Local officials say the stakes are high — and every count matters.

On Sunday morning, the Kid’s Place hosted the 30th annual Jimmy’s Ride, honoring the life of Jimmy Bernardo. Roughly 20 motorcyclists participated in the procession, which started at the Kids' Place on Wendell Ave, ending at the Tavern at the A, where an afterparty was held.

By Sunday, crews were still clearing roads and restoring electricity across the Southern Berkshires.

The Big E boasts trendy Dubai chocolate, crispy Asian sticky ribs and lobster nachos to whet your appetite throughout the fair.

With two sellouts by James Taylor, 295,000 concertgoers attended ticketed events, according to statistics released to The Eagle on Thursday by the Boston Symphony.

Police reports obtained by The Eagle on the accident that killed Kat Sirico at Jacob’s Pillow describe the events leading up to and following the incident.

Two Berkshire County tech teams have united to launch Revolution MSP, a new managed IT firm offering cybersecurity, support and infrastructure services.

Raitt's rollicking 16-song set (including encores) on Sunday night delighted an appreciative throng that packed the lawn and nearly filled the Shed.