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MassDOT to Host Safe Driving Workshop in Lenox
The workshop will cover topics related to safe driving.
Pittsfield Health Board Wants Feedback on Tobacco Ban
The Board of Health will hear from the community before adding Nicotine-Free Generation guidelines into the tobacco ordinance.
North Adams Planners OK 'Model' Cabin; Support Outdoor Cannabis
Tourists had pivoted to a cabin production facility in the Blackinton Mill when financing to transform it into a hotel fell through. The Planning Board approved permitting for the venture in January and the development of the "working" model on Monday.
Lee Celebrates Kickoff of New Public Safety Building with Demo
Town officials celebrated the start of a new public safety building on Tuesday by demolishing the Airoldi building and former Department of Public Works building.
Dalton Finance Approves Amended Police Budget
The amended budget of $1,664,924 is $14,564 less than what was originally requested. This is still an increase of $129,668 increase from this year.
Pittsfield Man Charged in Woodlawn Avenue Stabbing
A city man was arrested and charged for a Wednesday morning stabbing that seriously injured another man.
SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement
Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.
Clarksburg School Officials Mull Deep Budget Cuts
The school budget would have to be sliced by up to $150,000 to bring the fiscal 2026 budget down to a 2 percent increase.
Federal Cuts Include North Adams Culvert Project
The Trump administration's cut $90 million in disaster prevention aid for the state including a culvert project on Galvin Road.
Poetry Event to Celebrate Earth Day and the Hoosic River Watershed
Poets and individuals interested in poetry of all ages are invited to participate in this Earth Day celebration.
Structure Fire in Adams Closes Schools, Calls in Mutual Aid
At least eight fire companies responded to a Wednesday morning a structure fire in the old MacDermid Graphics building.
Mount Greylock School Committee Affirms Protection for All Students, Staff
The Mount Greylock School Committee last week unanimously approved a policy that affirms the district's support for all students and employees without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity.
Adams Fire Station in 'Catastrophic' Condition; District Seeks Appointed Posts
The deteriorating conditions of the 65-year-old firehouse on Columbia Street was presented during an information session Tuesday night that included discussion of organizational changes in the upcoming election.
PFAS Issue Splits Williamstown Select Board on Sewer Rate
About 20 residents and the majority of the Select Board on Monday sent a message to the Hoosac Water Quality District: importing sludge and converting it to compost is a bad deal and unethical.
Pittsfield Council Tables DCF Background Check Ordinance
The City Council decided that a policy to require clearance from the Department of Children and Families for city employees needs more time.
Adams Free Library to Offer Early Childhood Sensory Program
The program will be presented by Emilee Reynolds, an Early Childhood Educator and owner of Miss Emillee ECE, who has over 15 years of experience in the field throughout Berkshire County.
Ten Arrested in Berkshire County Child Exploitation Sting
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, the operation involved law enforcement officers posing as 14 and 15-year-old girls on various online platforms
Earth Day Walk and Discussion Planned Along the Hoosic River
The event is organized in recognition of Earth Day.
PHS Principal Stepping Down at School Year's End
Pittsfield High School Principal Maggie Harrington-Esko will step down at the end of the year after nearly 20 years in the building.
MCLA Announces 2025 Commencement Speaker, Honorees
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Award-winning author and Rice University professor Kiese Laymon will be the speaker at the 126th commencement exercises at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.
Community Invited to Participate in Burbank Park Clean-Up
Burbank Park, situated along the shore of Onota Lake, has experienced issues with illegal dumping and litter. The purpose of the clean-up is to remove trash from designated areas within the park to restore its condition and protect local wildlife.
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to Support Families Affected by North Adams Fire
The event will benefit the LaCosse and Cantoni families, who experienced total loss in a recent house fire in North Adams.
Berkshire Fire Departments Awarded Funding for Equipment, Education
The funding aims to enhance firefighter safety through equipment upgrades and bolster fire safety education programs for children and seniors.
Cheshire Works to Obtain Borrowing for Fire Truck
During a special town meeting last year, voters approved the borrowing of $850,000 for the purchase of a new fire truck. However, the meeting was not properly posted, causing a delay in borrowing.
State Launches Workforce Innovation Tour at Interprint
The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development kicked off its "revolutionary" workforce tour at Interprint and learned some about decor printing.
Dalton Health Board Orders Dust-Abatement Plan for Concrete Site
This letter establishes a formal deadline for submitting a detailed plan to address the dust nuisance and notes that failure to comply with this requirement could lead to financial penalties and potential legal action.
North Adams Public Library Announces Updated Early Literacy Programs for Families
Beginning Tuesday, April 15, "Wigglers & Crawlers" will be held for families with children aged 0-2 years. This program will be led by Youth Services Library Assistant, Ms. Nancy, and will take place weekly at 10:30 AM.
Shoes at Pittsfield City Hall Signify Monthly Child Abuse Cases
Fifty-six sneakers placed on the steps of City Hall signified the number of child abuse cases Berkshire County sees in one month.
Pittsfield Announces 79th Annual Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt
The event starts at 10 a.m. and will feature balloon twisting with Bowie the Clown, face painting from Magic Brushes of BTC Family Entertainment, as well as a special appearance by Mr. Bunny.
Pittsfield School Committee Mulls Lukewarm FY26 Budget
On Wednesday, School Committee members aired their suggestions for the $87 million budget proposal with $1,238,000 in payroll reductions expected to be made through job movement, attrition, retirements, etc.
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