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Northern Berkshire District Court Collecting Food Donations
The Trial Court is holding its 8th annual Cultural Appreciation Week this week and will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Al Nelson Friendship Center Pantry on Eagle Street.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Planned for Pittsfield
Those interested must pre-register to drop off designated household hazardous waste items. No walk-ins will be allowed.
Dalton Board of Health Condemns 27 Mountain View Terrace
The Board of Health voted to condemn 27 Mountain View Terrace on Wednesday after not much progress had been made to resolve the home's condition.
Mount Greylock School Committee 'Struggles' with High-Stakes MCAS Question
Question 2 on the Nov. 5 ballot, if passed, would eliminate the current practice requiring high school students to pass the 10th grade Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System test in order to graduate from school.
With Autumn in the Air, State Fire Marshal Offers Home Heating Reminder
Servicing Heating Equipment Reduces Risk of Fire, Carbon Monoxide
History at the Park: Pond Memories
I know what is on the wall at the Nature Center, that states that my grandfather bought Clarksburg State Park from Arnold Print Works in 1927 for $26,500 and sold it to the state for the same amount in 1954, a few months before his death.
Clark Art Series of Talks With Writers
Copies of these books will be available for purchase at the talks and in the Museum Store.
Outdoor Ice Skating Will Return to Pittsfield
The city is considering The Common as an initial site, but the intent is to maximize the use of Wahconah Park, which has been touted as a four-season facility and has previously housed ice skating.
Teacher of the Month: Colleen Trager
Becket Washington Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Colleen Trager has been selected as the October Teacher of the Month.
South County Construction Operations
The work will require lane closures in various locations along I-90.
Mild Drought In Parts of Berkshire County
Due to critically low flow conditions, a localized Level 1-Mild Drought declaration remains in the Parker River Basin.
Berkshires, Pittsfield Highlighted in U.S. Senate Debate
Berkshire County was mentioned several times during Thursday's Senate debate, hosted by New England Public Media News and GBH News Massachusetts.
Consent Laws Void Criminal Charges in Miss Hall's Case
A Pittsfield Police investigation was opened against Matthew Rutledge, 62, this past spring after allegations surfaced that he had been taking advantage of students at the all-girls school for decades.
Dalton Petition Calls for Special Election for Select Board Seat
A citizen petition with 237 signatures from residents calling for a special election was handed in on Wednesday afternoon.
Clarksburg Ballot Initiative Could Mean Funds for Housing, Historic Preservation
Town officials also have supported adoption of the act as a way to leverage funding from the state to address community needs the town can't afford.
Resurfacing Scheduled for Willis Street Parking lot in Pittsfield
This project is funded by the city's American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct. 18-23
On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Berkshires Applauded for Climate-Tech Ecosystem
The Berkshires are seen as important partners in the statewide goal for a climate-tech corridor.
Dalton Board to Discuss Remaining ARPA Funds
The town will be deciding how it wants to use its remainder of the American Rescue Plan Act funds before the Dec. 31 deadline.
North Adams Airport Hangar Complete, Commission Look Towards New Project
Enzien moved right into the airport's next Airport Improvement Program project: the construction of a new "T" hangar (named for how the planes are parked) west of the city-owned Shamrock Hangar.
Toasting and Tasting Fundraiser
On Saturday Oct. 19, a Specialty Pairing event begins at 4pm and features fine wines and spirits paired with bites prepared by chef Kevin Kelly of After Hours Catering and presented by sommelier Dan Thomas of the Egremont Spirit Shoppe.
Springside Rehabilitation Awarded Grant
The grant will provide Springside Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center with funds to provide training and placement services to prepare 40 un/underemployed participants for CNA positions.
Weekend Outlook: Halloween-Themed Activities & More
There are several events in the Berkshires this weekend, including Halloween-themed activities, live music, and more.
Pittsfield Springside Pump Track Planners Want More Support
Planners for the proposed Springside pump track have presented lower-cost designs and are asking for more help from the city.
Adams Taxpayers Will See Rates Drop, Bills Increase
This sets the residential tax rate for the coming year to $17.01 per $1,000 valuation, a 53 cent decrease. The debt for the Hoosac Valley High School is $1.02 of the rate.
PopCares Annual Dinner Returns, Celebrating $1M Donated to Cancer Patients
The dinner is a major fundraiser for the charity established in memory of William "Pop" St. Pierre, who died from cancer in 2012.
North Adams Projects Reaching Milestones
The 171-foot bridge needs urgent repair and was deemed "structurally deficient" after an inspection by the state Department of Transportation.
Williamstown's ABC Seeks Grant Applications
The deadline for fall grant applications is November 1, 2024, and ABC encourages new agencies to apply for grants of up to $5000.
8th Annual Berkshire Natural History Conference
The Keynote Speaker this year will be noted Botanist, Jerry Jenkins.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Dam Infrastucture Grants
The Dam and Seawall program focuses on enhancing the safety and functionality of essential infrastructure, which protects residents and supports local economies.
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