Berkshire County

Two deaths were reported Friday in the Berkshires, bringing the total to four.

These groups have cancelled events because of the potential spread of COVID-19.

In addition, the number of coronavirus cases in Berkshire County rose to 11 on Monday.

North Adams Mayor Tom Bernard has announced that North Adams Public Schools will be closed for the next two weeks in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

With COVID-19 now recognized as a global pandemic, and with the City of Pittsfield and parts of Berkshire County now impacted, Mayor Linda Tyer announced Thursday morning during a press conference that a local Emergency Declaration was in immediate effect for Pittsfield.

Berkshire County students included.

There are several awards given in the Berkshires that recognize volunteerism and the people that do great things for our local Berkshire Communities. This is one of the more prestigious ones, in my opinion.

Gardino says that this year, Relay is moving back to Pittsfield. The event will be held at Guardian Life on South Street in the businesses southern parking lot.

We hope Anthony takes home the grand prize of $10,000.

1Berkshire has opened up the application period for its Youth Leadership Program. Are you, or do you Know a motivated, current sophomore in the Berkshires who is ready to learn about the region and also develop their leadership skills?