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Less than 24 hours before federal food-assistance benefits are cut off, Berkshires food pantry network already struggling to meet the local need

Southern Berkshire communities band together to help those affected by the curtailment of food subsidies.

Welcome to Real Estate Friday!

Tim Lovett of Compass offers gracious condo living in the rarely available Copper Beach Country Village, very conveniently located. The biggest challenge for architect Andrew Webster of Graphite Studio was to preserve the charm and character of a two-hundred-year-old building while delivering 21st century performance and comfort. A report on real estate sales in the first half of 2025. Plus, recent sales and gardening columns and a home-cooking recipe.

Berkshire teens aim to make their mark on the world, albeit a bit early in life

The Stockbridge investment club and contest is sparking new interest among local youth amid expert advice and hefty scholarship awards.

Alice Hitchcock, 81, of Great Barrington

Family and friends are invited to calling hours Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home in Great Barrington, followed by a graveside service at 12 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Great Barrington.

Great Barrington stalwart Juju’s! restaurant to open second location on Lee’s Main Street with closing of appetito Pizza & Gelato

The new concept will feature iconic popcorn chicken, soft serve ice cream, and “a damn good slice.”

Lee restaurant appetito Pizza & Gelato sold

The establishment’s buyer is set to transform the Main Street Italian eatery into a new concept.

William Vincent Negrini, 98, of West Stockbridge

A graveside service with military honors for William Vincent Negrini will be held on Saturday, November 1, at 10 a.m., in Saint Patrick’s Cemetery in West Stockbridge.

A Concert for the Horses:  ButtonBall Barn hosts benefit for Blue Rider Stables after rabid skunk quarantine

Performance will featuring Kelsey Waldon with special guest She Returns from War

Lee supporters to give NinjaFit playground opening a boost with lateral pull-up contest

The program is about 70 percent funded as leaders eye late spring or early summer of 2026 for a debut.

Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. presents Free Kids’ Harvest Paint & Sip on Friday, Nov. 7

This free harvest-themed Paint & Sip is best suited for ages five to 12, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials, instruction, snacks, and juice will be provided. There will be a bonus wooden ornament craft as well.

Berkshire Hills Regional School District School Committee honors four Monument Mountain students

The Berkshire Hills Regional School Committee congratulates these four exemplary student leaders.

Town of Lee pushes for added safety, monitoring measures in response to UDF site preparation plans

The quick turnaround offers little time to comment before construction begins.

Lee prepares for $6.8 million Mill Street bridge replacement

Residents voiced concerns and questioned officials over the project at a local MassDOT hearing.

Berkshire Bounty receives generous donation from Warrior Trading — kicking off end-of-year giving

“We are so pleased to be able to give back to our community! Warrior Trading is proud to support Berkshire Bounty as they help our neighbors in a time of need,” said Warrior Trading founder Ross Cameron.

Construct Inc. seeking new executive director

Both the president and vice president of Construct's Board of Directors said the organization is looking to see its current housing projects through rather than take on new ones until it finds a new executive director to take the helm.