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Here are the latest cancellations, postponements, closings and delays.

With the Nor’easter underway in the Berkshires, losing power is a possibility with wind gusts expected hit 35mph.  Falling trees and heavy snow accumulating on powerlines can cause interruptions in power to your home. There are many things you can do in preparation for a storm but when one is already underway it is advisable to make sure your cell phone is charging in case of power outage... Read

In the Berkshires, the majority of vaccinations are expected to take place at major clinics run by local public health officials, Berkshire Health Systems and Community Health Programs. Some people also have been able to receive vaccines at local pharmacies.

Late yesterday Pittsfield issued a snow emergency effective at 7am this morning.  The ban will be in effect for 48 hours, lifting at 7am Wednesday morning.  Pittsfield enacted alternate side parking this winter.  If off-street parking is not possible, vehicles need to park on the ODD side of the street between Monday at 7am to 7am Tuesday...

This morning a Winter Storm Watch goes into effect from the National Weather Service.  The Watch is posted from Monday at 7am to 1pm Tuesday afternoon in Berkshire County and Litchfield County in Connecticut.  The forecast calls for heavy snow with 12 inches or more possible in some areas accompanied by wind gusts up to 35mph...

A Hazardous Weather Outlook and Wind Chill Advisory continues to be in effect through tomorrow from the National Weather Service. The dangerously cold temperatures continue in Berkshire County tonight and through the weekend. Wind chill values will be well below zero touching -21 degrees Saturday and -4 on Sunday...

Following a light mix of snow, sleet, and rain showers we had this morning, a more potent wintry storm is shaping up for the Berkshires early this weekend.

Winter Storm Emergencies are being declared as the Nor' Easter gets closer.

The first major winter storm is on its way.  Snow is expected to arrive tomorrow night before midnight and be heavy snow by Thursday morning.  Unlike most winter storms, the southern part of Berkshire County will be hit harder than north county...

The City of Pittsfield has announced a new winter hotline to provide residents with the latest information on winter storms and impacts to parking and other storm related information.  The WINTER HOTLINE is 413-499-5544. Following a winter storm, residents can give city officials feedback on the city’s handling of the snow emergency through an online survey form that will be active throughout this