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Icy Rain, Snow for North Berkshire Today; More Snow Forecast| 10:59AM / Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | |
The never-ending winter gave us a few warmish, clear days — a tease of spring — but that's apparently over. The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter storm advisory to North Berkshire, Southern Vermont and the New York Capital District. The advisory begins at noon Wednesday and runs through 4 a.m. on Thursday. Be prepared for one to 4 inches of precipitation — a sleety rain that will turn to snow later in the day. There were predictions of up to 6 inches but meteorologist Steve Caporizzo at ABC News10 on Wednesday morning has an updated forecast of 3 to 5 inches across North Berkshire and one 0 Comments
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Healey, Driscoll's Campaign Stop Talks Housing, Health and ICE By Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
05:48AM / Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Gov. Maura Healey acknowledged challenges and touted successes on Tuesday to a packed room at the former Johnson School on Tuesday. Healey, standing with running mate Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll and Mayor Jennifer Macksey in front of a background "Team Healey Driscoll" logos, the governor spoke to housing, health care, education, energy, infrastructure, and public safety — declaring ICE had to "stay out" to loud applause. "You know, there's a lot of work ahead. There's a lot of challenge out there. There's a lot of work in communities here in the state and around this country," she said, recalling how 0 Comments
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North Adams First Congregational's 'Share the Love' Campaign ReturnsBy Jack Guerino, iBerkshires Staff
02:29PM / Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Now in its fifth year, the First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign returns to assist organizations aiding those in need in Northern Berkshire County. "We live in a politically-charged environment in which many people, no matter their affiliation, feel powerless. One fact seems indisputable, however. Those who are disadvantaged in our society are becoming more so," said Linda Rhoads of the Missions Ministry. "First Congregational Church North Adams values the inherent dignity of every human being, and so we support each individual's right to food, housing, healthcare, and security. We cannot address every 0 Comments
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North Adams' New Kimbell Building Taken at Foreclosure AuctionBy Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
01:03PM / Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The iconic New Kimbell Building on Main Street went to foreclosure auction on Tuesday after the owner fell behind on both mortgage payments and property taxes. Mortgage-holder MountainOne Bank was the only bidder at the auction, taking the historic building for $1,248,000. It was held in the entrance lobby at 85 Main by Daniel P. McLaughlin & Co. Auctioneers LLC. The New Kimbell Building, better known as 85 Main St., was purchased by PKC Capital LLC for $1.65 million from 85 Main Street Nominee Trust in 2021. PKC Capital LLC, which transferred to 81-91 Main Street LLC in December, still owed $1,124,316 to MountainOne at 0 Comments
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Mass MoCA Presents Robin Frohardt: 'Shopping Center of the Universe'| 03:53PM / Monday, February 16, 2026 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (Mass MoCA) presents Herb Alpert for a preview of "Shopping Center of the Universe." Award-winner Robin Frohardt, whose multimedia experience "The Plastic Bag Store" was at the museum in 2024, returns to the museum for a preview of "Shopping Center of the Universe," a theatrical work of speculative nonfiction. The preview will be held on Feb. 20, at 7 pm According to a press release: This new work in development, grounded in reality yet deeply reflective, offers a poetic meditationon our relationship with the natural world. Blending puppetry, prose, live 0 Comments
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No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County | 07:16AM / Monday, February 16, 2026 | |
 BOSTON, Mass. — The Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Rebecca Tepper declared the Southeast Region has worsened to a Level-2 Significant Drought, and the Millers River Basin has improved. All other regions remain unchanged, including Berkshire County that remains at a normal drought level. Drought is a look back at conditions over a period of time. The Drought Management Task Force (DMTF) collected and analyzed data from August 2024 through January 2026. During January, Massachusetts received a significant amount of snow and a total of 2 to 3.5 inches of precipitation. In spite of this, precipitation deficits since 2024 0 Comments
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Veteran Spotlight: Marine Corp. Tim WoodwardBy Wayne Soares, Special to iBerkshires
05:17PM / Sunday, February 15, 2026 | |
 FALMOUTH, Mass. — Tim Woodward served his country in the Marine Corps as a corporal from 1983 to 1987. Having grown up with Tim, you knew he was the type of person who would succeed at whatever he attempted. His drive and discipline set him apart from his peers, even at a young age. He would have four college acceptances after graduating from Falmouth High School, but put them on hold to enlist in the Marines, where he did his basic training at Parris Island, S.C. "It was definitely an eye opener," he said. "I had some pretty good preparation as my father and uncle were Marines. It was a lot of work, more mental than physical, and a lot of 0 Comments
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Columbia Climate Scientist to Explore Faith and Environmentalism at MCLA| 03:50PM / Sunday, February 15, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) welcomes Dr. Alexander de Sherbinin, Director and Senior Research Scientist at Columbia Climate School's Center for Integrated Earth System Information (CIESIN), as part of its Green Living Seminar Series on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 5:30 p.m. Dr. de Sherbinin will present "How Religion Influences Our Relationship with the Environment," examining the complex connections between spiritual beliefs and environmental stewardship. The talk will explore how different faith traditions shape attitudes toward nature, conservation, and climate action. According to a press release: A geographer 0 Comments
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Big Y Donates 1 Million Meals to Local Food Banks| 01:26PM / Sunday, February 15, 2026 | |
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y's annual Sack Hunger campaign provided 1 million meals to food banks serving families across Massachusetts and Connecticut. Through Sack Hunger, every $5 customer donation helps deliver 10 meals to neighbors in need. This impact is amplified by Big Y's additional contributions, including designated proceeds from Produce, Floral and Meat departments, along with a portion of sales from Big Y's family of private label brands. Together, these efforts help ensure food banks can meet increased demand during the winter months. Since its launch in 2010, Sack Hunger has continued to grow in reach and impact, stated a press 0 Comments
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Mass MoCA Kidspace February School Break Workshops | 03:50PM / Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (Mass MoCA) educators will host a series of free workshops for all ages during February school break. The workshop, to be held in Kidspace, will be held from Feb. 16-20. Workshops take place at 11 am and 1 pm every day, and each will focus on a different art medium and process. The full schedule can be found here. The ArtBar will also be open for drop-in art-making throughout the day. Free; RSVP encouraged but not required 0 Comments
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Clarksburg Officials Updated on Grant Projects; Input Sought on Town PlaygroundBy Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
12:44PM / Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
Courteny Morehouse updates the Select Board on several grants at last week's board meeting. CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The Four Corners Project wants input on playground designs for the Cook Veterans Memorial Field. The Four Corners Project is an initiative to improve the field and prepare for better flood solutions in the face of climate change. The area includes Clarksburg School, the Senior/Community Center and the area around the intersections of West Cross, Cross, and Middle roads. It is being funded through a $215,148 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness. Courteny Morehouse, principal planner with Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, told the Select 0 Comments
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North Adams Council Hears Presentation on Drury Mentor ProgramBy Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
12:06PM / Friday, February 13, 2026 | |
Joshua Vallieres runs through some of the work he does as a youth wellness coach at Drury High School during the City Council meeting. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Tuesday's City Council meeting was an evening for presentations and a proclamation for American Heart Month in February. Mayor Jennifer Macksey's declaration was focused on Congenital Heart Defect Awareness, being marked this week. "I am dedicating this proclamation to my little friend Natalie," she said, pointing to the young daughter of her executive assistant Lindsay Randall. "This proclamation is in honor of Nat and her struggle, but her strength to persevere." The 0 Comments
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