North County Turns Out in Droves for Annual PopCares Fundraiser
Crista and Patrick Wood speak about journey of their toddler Carrick, who was born with cancer and died before this third birthday. Crista Wood thanked the community and PopCares for their support during difficult...
Central Berkshire Habitat Honors Volunteerism at Annual Meeting
Bonnie Hayden shares her story not just to highlight the short-term impacts Habitat for Humanity has one people's lives, but the long-term ones, too.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — To understand what Central Berkshire Habitat for...
Berkshire County Kids Place Honors Volunteers at Annual Gala
This year's gala at the Country Club of Pittsfield was the 'Enchanted Forest.'
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Jennifer never thought her family would have to deal with a sexual assault.
"I knew...
iForum: Girl Scouts Already Doing Great Things in the Community
You might have seen the group of 100 Girl Scouts in the Berkshire Mall last March, coming together to learn about other cultures on World Thinking Day.
I wanted to preserve the moment.
There, in front of me, stood six young...
Northern Berkshire United Way Sets Annual Campaign Goal
James White II, the new executive director of BArT Charter Public School, speaks about community at the NBUW breakfast.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — There was a lot of talk about numbers at the Northern Berkshire United Way...
Coalition Brainstorms Needs of Northern Berkshire Community
Michael Obasohan, coordinator of the MCLA Multicultural Education Resource Center, makes a point about the importance of encouraging diversity and acceptance in the community.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Some familiar topics made the...
Northern Berkshire Habitat Presents Keys to Latest Homeowner
Bordeau cuts the cake at Sunday's celebration with co-President Elizabeth Goodman. In the back is board member Jenny Dunning.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A few years ago, Kelly Bordeau didn't think she had a chance at...
Rubber Duck Derby Raises Funds for North County Family Center
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Hundreds of bright yellow rubber duckies were set adrift on the Hoosic River on Thursday night.
The ducks in their jaunty sea caps were a fund raiser for Family Center of Northern Berkshire County,...
Coalition Remembers Cariddi, Looks Back During Annual Meeting
Jim Mahon, second from left, and Paula Consolini, third from right, accept the Northern Berkshire Hero Award on Friday. (Photo by Bert Lamb)
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Northern Berkshire Community Coalition's annual...
Murder-Mystery Dinner to Benefit Louison House Education Programs
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Pull out your scrunchies and lace gloves and don't cut that mullet — you'll need to be totally rad if you want to solve a murder in a hair band.
"Totally '80s, Totally...
Parents Sought for Substance Abuse Focus Groups
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Northern Berkshire Community Coalition is looking for parents of children ages 9 to 14 to participate in focus groups aimed at identifying best ways to communicate information about underage substance abuse to...
National Trails Day Activities Planned at Great Barrington River Walk
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Great Barrington Land Conservancy will celebrate National Trails Day at the Great Barrington River Walk with several activities throughout the day on Saturday, June 3.
At 9 a.m., a paddle and hike will be...
Coalition on the Move for Transportation Discussion
The new legs of the bike path were part of the transportation discussion.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Northern Berkshire Community Coalition has been on the move this year.
Breaking from its long tradition of Friday morning...
Law Enforcement Golf Tournament Supports Child Abuse Victims
Steve DelNegro and Chris Ware's team.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The 25th annual Berkshire County Law Enforcement Golf Tournament (BCLEGT) to benefit victims of child abuse will be held on Thursday, June 2.
Local law...
Northern Berkshire United Way Celebrates Successes
Ellen Sutherland is flanked by Northern Berkshire United Way Executive Director Christa Collier, left, and North Adams Schools Superintendent Barbara Malkas.
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — When it comes to asking people to give to...
Berkshire Special Olympians Compete in Great Barrington
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Hundreds of athletes from throughout Berkshire County converged at Monument Mountain Regional High School on Wednesday for the 38th annual Berkshire Area Special Olympics Track and Field...
Habitat For Humanity Kicks Off Expanded Women Build
The wood used for construction will feature handwritten notes.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Norma Delsonno's five children had never built a snowman.
The family lived in apartment buildings with little yard space...
Rovers, Runners Hit Streets in Williamstown for Humane Race
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Malcolm Moutenot won the Berkshire Humane Society's 15th annual Humane Race on Saturday morning.
Moutenot covered the 5-kilometer course in 18 minutes, 42 seconds, 36 seconds ahead of runner-up Ollie...
Community Involvement Discussed at Coalition Forum
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A larger percentage of people who come to the monthly Northern Berkshire Community Coalition forums do so because their jobs require it.
At the April forum on Friday, the focus was not on those jobs, or what those...
Berkshire Groups Going Blue For Autism This Month
There are a series of events scheduled to raise awareness of autism and celebrate the accomplishments of those who have it.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The local agencies that serve individuals with autism don't want to just...
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