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Pittsfield to Decide Crosby/Conte Feasibility Study in October

City and school officials are expected to vote on a feasibility study for the Crosby Elementary School rebuild by Halloween.

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Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative Vaccine Clinic

The clinic aims to provide COVID-19 vaccines for individuals who contracted the virus this past summer and were previously ineligible for vaccination, as well as for families and people who cannot attend weekday clinics.

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State Fire Marshal Offers Cold Snap Heating Safety Tips

Heating Equipment is a Leading Cause of Fires, Carbon Monoxide

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Williamstown Census Mailed to Residents

The census (Annual Street Listing) is a requirement per Massachusetts General Law, and it is important that all residents return them to the Town Clerk's office promptly.

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Berkshire Organizations Celebrate Sucessess, New Locations in 2024

In 2024, Berkshire County organizations saw new locations and successes in their fields.

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CBRSD to Reconvene Regional Agreement Panel

After an outcry of concern from residents in several small towns in the Central Berkshire Regional School District, the district will investigate how to adjust its proposed update of the regional agreement.

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Five Local Firefighters Graduate From Massachusetts Firefighting Academy

Five local firefighters were among the 20 graduates of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy on Monday.

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New Bedford Installing Sculpture of Melville Based on 'Moby-Dick'

New Bedford's installing a statue of Herman Melville based on his epic "Moby-Dick," the story of a whaling captain and his nemesis the white whale, inspired by Mount Greylock.

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Stockbridge Grange to Host Community Dinner

The dinner is take-out only, with pickup available from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Stockbridge Grange Hall, located at 51 Church Street in Stockbridge.

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BCC Receives Funding for ESOL Classes

1Berkshire to fund two cohorts, providing full tuition assistance

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BRPC Mulls Upcoming ADU Regulations

County planners can see accessory dwelling units providing a "desperately needed" influx and diversity of housing in the Berkshires.

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CBRSD District Improvement Plan Prioritizes Equitable Learning

The Central Berkshire Regional School District is focusing on equitable learning, social-emotional support, and family engagement in its district improvement plan.

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Veteran Spotlight: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Bernard Auge

Dr. Bernard Auge served his country in the Navy from 1942 to 1946 as a petty officer, second class, but most importantly, in the capacity of Naval Intelligence.

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Governor Signs Bill Expanding Access to Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Support

The legislation notably expands access to lifesaving opioid reversal medications like naloxone and ensures they are covered by health insurance.

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Market 32 and Customers Raise Money for Children's Miracle Hospitals

Guests in all 130 stores were given the option of rounding up their change to the nearest dollar during October.

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Lanesborough to Host a Winter Fest

The town hopes to gather community members with a winter festival in early February.

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Great Barrington Promotes Police Captain

Carlotto, a member of the department since 2006, brings 18 years of service and leadership experience to his new role.

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Massachusetts Ranked Second By League of American Bicyclists

The League's annual report, which ranks states, includes the categories of Infrastructure and Funding, Education and Encouragement, Legislation and Enforcement, Policies and Programs, and Evaluation and Planning.

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Farley-Bouvier Hires New Legislative Aide for Pittsfield Office

Dyson graduated from Williams College in June 2024 where she majored in Environmental Studies.

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Dalton Public Safety Advisory Committee Ranks Potential Properties

The Public Safety Advisory Committee has ranked four properties to consider during its feasibility study on locations for a new police station. Three have existing structures and one is a vacant lot.

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BNRC Conserves 66 Acres Along Great Barrington's Blue Hill Road

Berkshire Natural Resources Council has conserved 66 acres of woodland on the western slope of Three Mile Hill, enhancing the region's natural beauty and bolstering climate resilience.

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MassDOT Advisory: South County Construction Operations

Monday, Jan. 6, through Friday, Jan. 10 Lane closures will be in effect during daytime hours

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Questions Needed for Dalton Select Board Candidate Forum

During the event, Pittsfield Bureau Chief Brittany Polito will ask the four Select Board candidates questions curated from voter submissions.

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Pittsfield's Homeless Advisory Committee Hosting Housing Resource Fair

The fair will offer a variety of resources and assistance to those in the community who are seeking help with accessing stable and secure housing.

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Wildlife Biologist to Speak at January Berkshire Green Drinks Event

The in-person gathering begins at 5:00 PM, with the presentation and Zoom session starting at 6:00 PM.

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Pittsfield School Committee Chair Details PHS Investigation

A second investigation by a different firm will target the district's internal processes.

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Williamstown Business Focuses on Connection Through Storytelling

The engineer turned communications specialist recently struck out on his own to found Connect Convivo, which offers public speaking programs.

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MassDOT Advisory: West Stockbridge Shoulder Closure

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

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Public Comments Sought on Human Service Needs in Pittsfield

Public comments will be accepted now through 4:00 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025.

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