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Wigglesworth Leads Pittsfield to 2-0 Mark in Section 1 Tourney
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A combined no-hitter from Weston Wigglesworth and Mateo Fox led Pittsfield over Westfield by a final score of 9-0, in the Little League Section 1 Tournament on Friday. Pittsfield stayed in the winner's bracket of the double-elimination tournament and will host the survivor of the loser’s...
‘Lucky for Life’ winner: $25k a year for life prize won in Massachusetts
A Massachusetts lottery player won a $25,000 a year for life prize during Wednesday night’s “Lucky for Life” drawing. The winning “Lucky for Life” numbers for the multi-state drawing were 7, 18, 20, 39, 46 and Lucky Ball: 10. The ticket that won $25,000 a year for life matched the first five numbers, but not the Lucky Ball.
Massachusetts Senate approved bill intended to strengthen health care system
The Massachusetts Senate approved a bill Thursday aimed in part at addressing some of the issues raised after Steward Health Care said it plans to sell off all its hospitals after announcing in May that it filed for bankruptcy protection.
North Adams Council to Vote on Greylock School Project
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City Council will take up a borrowing authorization for the $65 million Greylock School project at a special meeting on Monday. If it is approved, there will be a ballot vote for a debt exclusion in September for the city's $20 million portion of the cost.
Mass. delegates divided over whether Biden should stay in the race, new survey shows
A survey of Massachusetts delegates found that only 62 percent of the delegates think Biden should stay in the race. Amid unprecedented questions in the Democratic party, Massachusetts delegates to the Democratic National Convention (DNC) are divided on whether President Joe Biden should be their nominee. A new survey of...
BB’s brings Caribbean cuisine to the Berkshires
You can experience Caribbean cuisine and cocktails at a new location in the Berkshires. BB’s Hot Spot at The Lantern celebrated its grand opening earlier this month in Pittsfield. Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, BB’s Hot Spot has long been a favorite for its authentic Caribbean dishes....
Mass. health care workers paid after I-Team investigation say checks bounced
NORTHBRIDGE - No one at Blackstone Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Northbridge wanted to talk about the employees that have not been paid in more than a month. Health care workers at all four of Blupoint Healthcare's long term care facilities tell the I-Team their paychecks started bouncing a month ago. Last week Blackstone Valley employees held up signs on the street demanding to be paid. The company promised to fix the problem. In text messages to employees, it blamed the issue on a bank error. After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks....
Warren Talks Small-Business Investment with Pittsfield Entrepreneurs
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Black Economic Council's work to support and attract new small businesses to the gateway city got boost with $455,000 secured by U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren in last year's appropriations package. The state's senior senator was in the city on Thursday to talk small business...
This song protesting a new Starbucks in North Adams will get stuck in your head
Don't say we didn't warn you. After city officials in North Adams greenlit a developer’s plans to turn an empty lot into a commercial complex with multiple drive-throughs, Audrey Aristeo pulled out her ukulele, sat down in her bedroom, and began to write. The end result — “they’re building...
Expert: One case is too many as measles reported in Worcester County
A local infectious disease specialist said the single case of measles reported in Worcester County on Thursday is an alarming development. The case reported by the state Department of Public Health is the first confirmed case of measles in Massachusetts in more than four years. An adult in Worcester County who had traveled...
BITS & BYTES: Berkshire Opera Festival free ‘Faust’ preview; Alex Edelman at WTF; Tom Cotter at The Adams Theater; Ken MacLean at Cornwall Library; Berkshire Lightscapes honors Pittsfield Beautiful; Frelinghuysen Morris House student art program; Dalton Day; Berkshire HorseWorks annual tag sale
Berkshire Opera Festival presents a free public preview of Charles Gounod’s ‘Faust’. Great Barrington— On Wednesday, July 24th at 4 p.m., Berkshire Opera Festival presents a free public preview of Charles Gounod’s “Faust” at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Led by BOF Co-Founders, Artistic...
Weekend Outlook: Blueberries, Festivals, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including a festivals, live music, and more. See a list of Farmer's Markets here. Dance to the rhythm of The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow and other performers as mountains surround you. The ski resort's Mountain Day festival returns, featuring performances by Bella's Bartok, Vaguely Pagan, Love Crumbs, Jackson Whalan, and, of course, The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow. Information here.
Window Issue Will Fail Mass. Inspection
Yearly inspections of your vehicle are a big deal in Massachusetts. Vehicles older than fifteen years do not have to pass an emissions test, but all vehicles that are on the road must pass a safety examination. Massachusetts Yearly Inspection Costs $35.00. Don't try delaying your inspection, either. Massachusetts has...
Warren Tours Soldier On's Mansfield Community, Talks Housing
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren ended her visit to Pittsfield on Thursday on the scenic grounds of Soldier On's housing developments where more 50 former service members are supported with the tools they need to thrive. She had earlier spoken with Volunteers in Medicine and held a...
The Connecticut River receives millions of gallons of wastewater discharge
The Connecticut River has received millions of gallons of effluent. This has happened before, thanks to our Massachusetts neighbors. “The water is obviously a little higher.” Catfish like stinky stuff, so it could be helping them bite,” said Enfield resident Jasin Crowley, who caught a four-pound catfish while fishing in the river.
Pittsfield's Paronto Perfect in Opener
AUGUSTA, Maine -- Pittsfield's Connor Paronto Friday fired a complete-game no-hitter to lead his Babe Ruth 16-year-old All-Star team to a 10-0 win over North Providence in the first game of the New England Regional. Paronto struck out six and did not allow a walk or a hit. Pittsfield also...
August 2 First Fridays at Five!
August 2 First Fridays at Five: Friday, August 2, 5 to 8 pm. The August 2nd First Fridays at Five will feature live music, art, dance, family fun, shopping, food, and entertainment throughout downtown Pittsfield. Presenting Sponsors for the August 2nd event, the Berkshire United Way (BUW) and The Guardian...
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