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Pittsfield Holiday Inn Express Seeks Further TIF Extension
The company is seeking a second two-year extension on its TIF because of higher construction costs, supply chain disruptions, and the need to secure additional financing.
Driscoll Marches in North Adams, Meets With Local Democrats
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll said she sees optimism and potential in the Steeple City after marching in Sunday's Fall Foliage Day Parade.
Pittsfield Schools See Fewer Cell Phone Violations
There were 416 log entries for violations towards the end of September while in September 2023, there were almost 1,000.
Guest Column: North Adams Is Leading on Climate Response
A broader understanding of the nature of both our regional forests and the role of humans that interact with them is necessary to understand what actions are called for and how they will work hand-in-hand with passive approaches to long-term stewardship.
MCLA: Panel of Drag Performers to Celebrate Queer Identities and Performance Art
This event is free and open to the public.
Dream Green Makes Mattress Recycling Easier
Kennedy, a longtime employee of Central Radio in North Adams, noticed a problem. It was not easy to recycle old mattresses, especially since the 2022 state law banning their disposal in trash.
Public Health Advisory for Pontoosuc Lake
Blue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, occur naturally in lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts.
Pittsfield Bulky Waste Collection Updates
With the new toter system in place, the bulky waste collection program continues with a change in when items are picked up.
Dalton Water Board Eyes EMS Regionalization Study
The study would include the bordering towns of Savoy, Windsor, Dalton, Hinsdale and Peru, and the Hampshire County town of Middlefield.
North Adams Voters to Decide Greylock School Project
There is only one question on the ballot, whether to approve a debt exclusion that will allow borrowing for the project outside the limitations of Proposition 2 1/2 for the life of the loan. It is not an override.
Governor Announces Firefighter Safety Grant Opportunity
$5 Million Available to Fund Safety Equipment for Local Fire Departments
MassDOT Launches Latest Statewide Travel Study
If invited to participate, residents across the Commonwealth will have the opportunity to share information about their travel behavior and help inform the future of transportation planning and service delivery.
Berkshire Family YMCA Recognized By Mass Save
This recognition was granted to 19 Massachusetts organizations that have demonstrated long-term commitments to reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions with the support and incentives the Mass Save program offers.
Neal, Markey Reflect on U.S. Political Climate
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal and U.S Sen. Edward Markey shared the reflections on the nation's political climate during separate swings through the Berkshires this week.
WCMA Community Forum on New Museum Building Project
The forum will be held in the Williams Inn Ballroom
Lee Overnight Bridge Painting Operations
Overnight Bridge Painting Operations on I-90 Bridge Over Route 20 Work scheduled from Sunday, October 6, through Friday, October 11
North Adams Kicks Off Fall Foliage Weekend with Return of Dog Costume Parade
More than a dozen dogs and their owners swarmed the sidewalks of Main Street on Thursday for the return of the Dog Costume Parade.
North Adams Man Guilty of Murder
A Berkshire Superior Court jury found Michael Cook Sr., 47, guilty of murdering his wife, Charli Gould Cook, in 2019.
Pontoosuc Under Public Health Advisory
A blue-green algae bloom was confirmed on Friday at Pontoosuc Lake that may present harmful health effects for users of the lake.
Greylock Project Proponents, Opponents Getting Message Out
Proponents and opponents have been busy on social media and mailers in getting out their messages on which way to vote on the Greylock School project.
Berkshire Green Drinks: Tracking: Out-of-Sight, Out-of-Mind
Learn about local wildlife and how to be more aware of them at October Berkshire Green Drinks
South County Overnight Road Work
Lane closures will be in effect, and traffic will be allowed through the work zones.
New Fall Foliage Leaf Hunt Clues for 2024
This year the committee has revealed that there will be 11 colorful leaves hidden in Adams, Cheshire, North Adams, and Williamstown.
North Adams Restaurant Falling Short of Safety Standards
The new owners of Meng's Pan-Asian are being ordered to get recertified on food safety standards after city inspectors found violations at the Main Street restaurant.
Mill Town Circus Highlights North Adams History for Fall Foliage
Mill Town Circus's bright yellow and blue tent went up this week at Noel Field Athletic Complex and will open on Friday night with a 90-minute production inspired by the city's manufacturing history.
General Election Information and Deadlines
The Massachusetts General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Adams' Green Finalist for Lenox Town Manager
Current Adams Town Administrator Jay Green was announced to the select board, along with former Pittsfield City Councilor Nicholas Caccamo.
Nominations Open for BCC's 40 Under Forty Awards
The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024.
Markey Applauds Pittsfield's Economic Development Efforts
U.S. Sen. Edward Markey is impressed by the city's effort to spark economic development in the downtown and beyond.
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