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A researcher is recovering from a wild timber rattlesnake's bite that occurred over the weekend, only the second of its kind in the state's modern history, according to officials.

State grants to plan for "readiness" schools have been awarded to 16 school districts, including three in Franklin County.

Along a secluded stretch of Route 102, a garden is growing and a neighborhood is growing along with it.

Closer to its sparse beginnings in Central Berkshire than its more momentous mingling with Long Island Sound at Milford Point, the 149 mile Housatonic has attracted me and many others by its quiet meanderings.

A rainy Tuesday didn't put a damper on this year's annual Youth Environmental Summit.

McAndrews-King, Berkshire County's largest General Motors dealership, will remain with GM after it emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, although it will lose one of its three brands, owner Rick King said.

General Motors' decision to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection has yet to affect local franchise dealers or the sellers of motor vehicle parts locally.

The "Great New England Auction" is back - and with a decidedly 21st-century flair.

In North Adams, Natural Bridge State Park surrounds the only nature-made marble arch in North America, carved out by water some 13,000 years ago.

The Red Lion Inn had fallen on hard times when former state Sen. John H. "Jack" Fitzpatrick and his wife, Jane, purchased the establishment in 1968.

Board of Selectmen candidate Rene Wood has until next Friday to submit a petition for a recount in the wake of Monday's election in which she lost by two votes, according to Town Clerk Felecie O. Joyce.

Obituaries Shagadelic! Columnists - May 14, 2009 BOSTON - More than 300 people gathered in the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House to celebrate the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women's 100 Unsung of Massachusetts on May 13.

Several South County towns are dealing with a rise in commercial break-ins that appear to fit a similar profile.

An override question and a Selectmen's race between two longtime public servants highlight this year's annual town elections.

An article that proposes $500,000 be set aside for a new police station highlights this year's annual town meeting.

After considerable discussion, voters on Monday passed a pair of articles that, in theory, pave the way for a compromise solution to the school district's assessment problems.

The first of Berkshire County's annual town meetings proved to be a contentious one Saturday morning as more than 80 residents in Monterey debated for nearly three hours over items on the town warrant.

An amended school district assessment formula highlights the warrant for this year's annual town meeting, while there are contested races for the Finance Committee and Board of Selectmen at this year's town election.

Due to the overwhelming support of local residents, the Berkshire Humane Society announced that it would expand its Pet Food Pantry network in Northern Berkshire County.

Some days it's good to be a girl. But according to one group, it's even better to be a goddess.