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State Grant Supports Pedestrian Safety on Pittsfield's West Street
A $235,000 boost from the state will fund "road diet" improvements on West Street, a corridor that saw two pedestrian fatalities last year.
Mini-Golf Course Proposed in Pittsfield
The Conservation Commission last week again continued a notice of intent application from K&M Bowling for a mini-golf course at 555 Dalton Ave.
Elder Services Relocates Administrative Offices
Elder Services is now housed in its new location at 73 South Church Street in Pittsfield.
MassDOT Alerts Customers of EZDriveMA Scam
Do not open links in text messages which request payment
Dalton Fire Chief Suspended, Under Investigation
The fire chief has been suspended for a month over allegations of sexual harassment, grant overspending and "employee concerns."
Rotary Club of Pittsfield Scholarship Winners
The scholarships were presented in June 2024.
2nd Street to Present 'REPAIR'
Three free performances to feature storytelling, music and movement
Pittsfield Hair Salon Owner Shocked by Break-In During Harris Visit
The owner was shocked to find that her locked business across from the back of the theater had been entered and the bathroom used during this time.
Dalton Climate Panel Stresses Funding Needs, Collaboration
Over the course of about 10 months, volunteers will be working with the consultant Blue Strike Environmental to develop a plan in an attempt to achieve net zero by 2050, in line with the state's goal.
PCBs Detection Pauses GE Demolition
Elevated levels of PCBs in a single air sample have halted demolition work on the former General Electric site.
Pittsfield Historical Panel Delays CYC Demolition
The Historical Commission wants to see a better effort to preserve the former Catholic Youth Center rather than a plan to level it.
Williamstown Board of Health Seeks Amicable End to Dispute
The Board of Health on Monday discussed how to communicate with a resident about an order to deal with a nuisance on their Simonds Road property.
Adams Residents Frustrated With Specialty Minerals Dustings
he neighbors north of Specialty Minerals are hoping for some relief from the sticky, gritty coating that's been covering their cars, patios and outdoor furniture.
Clarksburg School Gets New Playground Equipment, Awaits Stairlift
The school received a $64,000 Feigenbaum Foundation grant a couple years ago, but because of supply and shipping delays from the pandemic, the equipment was not delivered until this past winter.
Dalton Firefighters Commended for Their Work
This donation says the firefighters are out there doing a wonderful job every day for the citizens of Dalton and neighboring communities when called upon for emergencies, Tobin said afterward.
Hoosac Valley Motorcycle Club Annual Nut and Bolt Poker Run
This ride invites motorcycle enthusiasts from all over to embark on a scenic 120-mile journey through the picturesque roads of western Massachusetts.
CBRSD Mulls Vocational Transport in Regional Agreement
The Central Berkshire Regional School District is considering adding vocational transportation to the draft regional agreement.
North Adams ConCom Balks at Using Herbicides Near Reservoir
Nearly a dozen residents attended Monday's Conservation Commission meeting to express opposition to a forest management plan that will include logging and the use of herbicides near Notch Reservoir.
Pittsfield Fire Displaces Five, Injures Firefighters
An attic fire that scorched the top portion of a duplex early Monday morning displaced five residents and injured two firefighters.
Park Street Paving Set This Week
Be prepared for detours and delays this week as the repaving of Park Street is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6, and Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Berkshire Communities Awarded Woodland Conservation Grants
Through the Woodlands Partnership Program, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is awarding grants to ten rural communities and six regional conservation and economic development organizations to improve access to outdoor recreation in public forests, enhance the safety of outdoor play, and implement climate resilient forestry practices.
Greylock Elementary School Community Forums
The forums will provide valuable insights into the new school proposal, including details about the design, timeline, and associated costs.
Bel Air Dam's $20M Demolition Facing Year-End Deadline
The $20 million allocated to demolish the Bel Air Dam will expire at the end of the year if a contractor is not chosen.
Dalton Fire District Explores Obtaining Ladder Truck Donation
Fire Chief Christian Tobin may have found the department a ladder truck while vacationing in the state of Florida.
MassDOT: South County Road Construction
Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 9 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House?
Summer is when some species of bats gather in colonies to raise their young in human-made structures such as houses, barns, office buildings, and bat houses, but fall is the safe time to get them out.
Elder Services Celebrates Golden Anniversary, Relocates
It's a big year for Elder Services of Berkshire County as its 50th anniversary coincides with a move to a more modern, accessible office.
Williamstown Library Committee Looks to Advance Renovations
The Milne Library's Building and Grounds Committee on Thursday recommended that the director move ahead with several repairs to the building.
North Adams Resident Appointed to Children's Trust
Healey-Driscoll Administration Appoints New Board Chairs and Members to the Children's Trust
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