Thanksgiving Angels Makes Thanksgiving Accessible for Everyone
Volunteers from Haddda Auto Group were ready to give walk-ins a ride home with their Thanksgiving feast.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Food insecurity is rising; however, the Thanksgiving Angels are growing alongside...
North Adams Emergency Services Collecting Toys for Local Children
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — If you see emergency vehicles at Walmart on Saturday — give them a toy.
The annual Emergency Service Toy Drive will be accepting new, unwrapped toys for needy families from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m....
Crane Fund Donates to Local Oranizations
DALTON, Mass. — The Crane Fund for Widows and Children has donated funding to 92 organizations around the globe, some in Berkshire County.
Crane Currency associates nominated 36 organization, all of which received...
Motorama Distributes More than $10K to Local Organizations
Joseph Dean, founding member of Motorama, says the city and sponsors have been great to work with and have allowed the event to be such a success.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Motorama donated more than $10,000 in grants to...
Louison House Details Struggles, Challenges in Past Year
Executive Director Kathy Keeser speaks to the nonprofit shelter's beginnings in 1990.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Louison House has been providing shelter for 35 years, but the demographic it serves is...
Health Secretary Tours Berkshire Food Project
Executive Director Matthew Alcombright explains how the project's free lunch program works.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — State Health & Human Services Secretary Kiame Mahaniah wound up a trip to the Berkshires on...
18 Degrees Outlines Year of Helping Children and Families Thrive
CEO Stephanie Steed says the social services organization is navigating 'unsettling federal policies' and funding challenges.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The nonprofit 18 Degrees emphasized the work of dedicated and...
Column: What the Shutdown Means for Berkshire County Residents
Across Berkshire County, the federal government shutdown is creating growing concern among residents who depend on essential programs for food, heat, and stability. While the impact may seem distant to some, it is being felt...
Companion Corner: Ava at Second Chance Animal Shelter
ARLINGTON, Vt. — There's a dog at Second Chance Animal Shelter that is ready to play fetch with her new family.
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to...
Community Hero: Berkshire County Arc
DALTON, Mass. — For over 70 years, Berkshire County Arc has been a cornerstone of support and empowerment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Its impact on its members and the community has...
Berkshire County Head Start Fundraiser Emphasizes Impact of Child...
Head Start Executive Director Brett Random says the organization is facing challenging funding times and thanks the guests at the fundraiser for their advocacy. See more photos here.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. —...
Companion Corner: Batina at No Paws Left Behind
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There's a shy kitten waiting at No Paws Left Behind for a family to love her.
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to...
UCP Marks White Cane Day in Pittsfield
Mayor Peter Marchetti presents UCP's Randy Kinnas with a city proclamation declaring Oct. 15 as National White Cane Day.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — United Cerebral Palsy of Western Massachusetts marked National White...
PopCares Recognizes BHS Oncology Nurses at Annual Chicken Dinner
Cindy St. Pierre Noel speaks about their mother and her empathy with caregivers because of her understanding of the 'weight and responsibility.'
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Some 350 people came to Greylock Works to eat...
North Adams 'Rises' for Elizabeth Freeman Center
Mayor Jennifer Macksey, holding an 'Enough' sign, declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Mayor Jennifer Macksey proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the city on...
Companion Corner: Onyx at No Paws Left Behind
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There's a young pup looking for a new family to play with.
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a...
Working, but Still Struggling: The Hidden Reality in the Berkshires
In Berkshire County, thousands of people go to work every day and still struggle to make ends meet. They care for our elderly, prepare our food, stock our shelves, and clean our schools. Their work is essential to our economy and community, but...
Berkshire Humane Society Celebrates Helping Thousands of Animals
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Humane Society supported more than 23,000 pets over the past year through it life-saving and pet retention programs.
These programs provide resources including pet food and free foster...
Community Hero: Berkshire County Head Start
Karen Pulido, left, and Miguel Munoz, their son, Judy Rush, Lori Kays, Donna Brule-Denning, and Alyssa Sakowski pose at Berkshire County Head Start.
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— For nearly 50 years Berkshire...
Berkshire County Arc Celebrates Individuals, Staff at Annual Meeting
President and CEO Maryann Hyatt says the agency carries on thanks to state leadership and a community that values its work.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Applause roared through the Country Club of Pittsfield on Thursday as...
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