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MSBA Board Shifts Greylock School Project into Funding Phase
The $65 million Greylock Elementary School project has moved another step forward with the Massachusetts School Building Authority's vote to enter into a funding agreement.
Cheshire Appalachian Trail Community Celebration
There is a rain date of June 30.
North Adams Council Passes Years-Long Ordinance Project
The ordinance changes also included updating fees, some of which have not changed in years, were varied within the city code or out of line with state laws.
County Residents Encouraged to Test Home Internet Capability
Berkshire County residents have until July 20 to challenge the federal government's assessment of broadband availability at their home.
Planned Electrical Interruptions Set in North Adams
Certain areas of the downtown will have power interruptions overnight Tuesday so National Grid crews can work on the electrical system.
John Goerlach Thanked for 18 Years of Service to Lanesborough
ohn Goerlach was presented with his nameplate for the Select Board and thanked for his nearly two decades of service to the town.
Dalton Green Takes First Steps Toward Climate Action Plan
The committee wants to develop a climate action plan to achieve net-zero by 2050 by seeking strategies to decrease the town's dependence on fossil fuels for homes, businesses, municipal facilities, and vehicles.
Stabbing, Alleged Overserving Brings Methuselah Back to Licensing Board
Methuselah Bar and Lounge was back in front of the Licensing Board after a stabbing outside the bar and alleged overserving.
What to know before 'reversing' your retirement
If you've retired, you may have thought you closed the book on one chapter of your life. But what happens if you need to "reverse" your retirement?
MassDot Advisory: South County Construction Operations
Monday, June 24, through Saturday, June 29 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Williamstown Select Board Commits ARPA Funds to Mount Greylock School District Project
On a vote of 4-0, the board agreed to contribute about $66,000 — what remains uncommitted from the town's original ARPA grant of about $2 million — as requested by the Mount Greylock School Committee.
Neighbors Say Vacant Dalton Home Causing Rat Problems
The Board of Health has ordered that a formal plan be in place to address the dilapidated condition of the house at 27 Mountain View Terrace.
Bash Bish Falls Reopened
The parking area has been reopened after construction.
Dalton Fire District's New Website Live
The new website improves the accessibility to forms, permits, and public records, including meeting agendas, minutes, warrants, election results and bylaws, and allows for easier updating of news and information.
Berkshire Conservation Awarded Soil Health Grant
The grant will be used to fund no-till equipment program enhancements.
Common Table Brings Modern Comfort Food to Cheshire
Partners CJ Garner and Marcus Lyon hope locals and visitors alike will feel at home here, where their take on "modern American comfort food" has already found a solid base of regulars in its five weeks of operation.
Springside Pump Track Planners Want Time, City Commitment
They first came to the commission in 2020 looking to donate a pump track and bike skills park to Pittsfield, citing the plot behind Reid Middle School as a great spot for accessibility to the Morningside neighborhood.
Veteran Spotlight: Army Lt. Col. Paula Smith
Paula Smith served her country in the Army for more than 20 years and retired as a lieutenant colonel.
Downtown Pittsfield Moves Offices
Standard office hours will be Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm, with the caveat that staff are often out visiting DPI members.
North Berkshire Veterans Enjoy Summer Barbecue
Friends, family, community organizers and leaders, and veterans from multiple generations gathered under the Greylock Club pavilion on Friday for the Veterans Summer Barbecue.
Governor Nominates Members to District Court
The District Court Department hears a wide range of criminal, civil, housing, juvenile, mental health, and other types of cases.
Northern Berkshire Housing Resource Fair
The fair will offer attendees the opportunity to meet with representatives of local organizations who will have applications on hand to either fill out or take home with them.
Du Bois Center Kicks Off Reflections on Democracy Series
Blake said Williams was the perfect person to have as the first speaker for the series because you cannot talk about democracy without talking about Georgia.
Pittsfield: No Zebra Mussels at Onota Lake
Pesticide treatment is not needed at Onota Lake as water testing continues to come up negative for zebra mussels.
MassDOT Alerts Customers of EZDriveMA Scam
Do not open links in text messages which request payment
Pittsfield Opens Splash Pads After Repairs to Wintertime Vandalism
Splash pads at the Common and Clapp Park were operational just in time for this week's summer heat wave.
Update: Mount Greylock Wins ‘As Schools Match Wits' Title
Mount Greylock this spring advanced to the championship match of the quiz show's 63rd season, which will be telecast on Saturday at 7 p.m.
Drury High's Myers Named North Adams Teacher of the Year
The Drury High school year culminated on June 7 with an end-of-the-semester showcase, the presentation awards and the naming of this year's Marion B. Kelley Teacher of the Year.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 24-28
On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Weekend Outlook: Pride Celebration, Music & Markets
There are a variety of events this weekend, including a pride celebration, live music, a barbecue, and more.
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