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DPU Establishes Network Geothermal Guidelines
The Pipeline Safety Division is an enforcement arm of the DPU and ensures that operators of natural gas distribution companies, municipal gas departments, steam distribution companies, and other intrastate operators are in compliance with state and federal regulations governing pipeline safety.
BCAC Holds Community Day on Pittsfield Common
Hundreds of area residents Thursday converged on Pittsfield Common for free food and invaluable information.
BAAMS' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp In Full Swing
A typical day at camp starts off with some music theory. The group will work on different scales and study different chords that are later applied to an arrangement where students can improvise.
Cheshire Woman Was Killed in Aug. 7 Crash
The victim of a fatal motor vehicle crash on Aug. 7 has been identified as Susanna Thomas, 47, of Cheshire.
No Charges in Fatal Pittsfield Crash
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, the DA has declined to file criminal charges after an investigation demonstrated that the truck driver's operation of his vehicle did not meet the legal criminal standard of negligence for charges to issue.
Pittsfield Sets Road Closures for Events
Two community events this Saturday will require road closures from noon to 4 within the downtown area.
Pittsfield Health Board Considers Green Burials
The use of green burials is rising and the Board of Health wants to be prepared in case they are requested in the city.
Air Quality Alert for Western Mass
The state Department of Environmental Protection has issued an air quality alert effective for Friday for Berkshire County.
Recent Rainfall Improves Drought Conditions in Berkshire County
The Drought Management Task Force will meet again on Monday, Sept. 9 at 10:00 am.
Williamstown FY25 Tax Bills Up Slightly, Tax Rate Falls Again
The median property tax bill for fiscal year 2025 is expected to see its lowest year-to-year increase since 2019, the Select Board learned on Monday night.
Options for Lanesborough's Public Safety Building Coming Soon
At last year's annual town meeting, voters shot down a nearly $6 million proposal for a combined police and EMS facility. A new committee was established to bring forward a plan that resonates with the town.
PIttsfield School Committee Endorses 'Aggressive' Timeline to Decide on Middle School Configuration
The School Committee on Wednesday approved an ambitious timeline that could see the city's middle school reconfiguration implemented as soon as the 2025-26 academic year.
WCMA Awarded Grant To Support Energy Efficiency in New Building
With $14.1M Conferred to Date to Arts Organizations Across the Country in Support of Climate Action, Frankenthaler Climate Initiative Advances New Standards of Energy Efficiency, Sustainability, and Resiliency in the Arts
Weekend Outlook: Community Day, Riverfest, Aggie Fair & More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including the annual arts and crafts show in Stockbridge, Riverfest, a community day at Jacob's Pillow, an agricultural fair and more.
Pittsfield Launches Campaign For New Trash, Collection System
Residences with four or less units will receive one recycling cart (also known as toter) and one trash cart per household/unit.
Berkshire Harm Reduction Deploys Vending Machine in North Adams
The vending machine is located outside Berkshire Harm Reduction's North Adams office, at 6 Main St., adjacent to North Adams City Hall.
Williamstown Select Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacancy
By a unanimous vote, the board set a Sept. 9 deadline for residents to submit a "government engagement" form and any accompanying materials for consideration.
Smith Bros.-McAndrews Insurances Opens in New Offices
President and CEO David Bissaillon purchased the vacant restaurant, which closed in 2019, as a permanent home last year for the legacy company, which offers a wide array of personal and business insurance.
North Adams Planners Gives Thumbs Up to Food Pantry Relocation
The Al Nelson Friendship Center Food Pantry is moving into the former Aubuchon Hardware site on Union Street, tripling its space.
South County Towns to Share Housing Rehabilitation Grant
The funds provide a 0 percent interest, deferred payment loan of up to $50,000, which is forgivable if the homeowner remains in the residence for at least 15 years.
Berkshire United Way to Massachusetts: Early-Learning Educators Need Better Wages
High-quality child care dramatically influences brain development and the future health and success for children in school and life, as well as provides a safe and secure space for our youngest community members so their parents or caregivers can work and provide for their families.
Waubeeka Plans Glowball Tournament for Charity
Golfers will light up the night sky and support a charity that helps underserved communities around the world at Waubeeka Golf Links this week.
Annual Crane Paper Sale This Week
The event will offer stationery, holiday cards, invitations and announcements at 75 percent below suggested retail for both days of the sale.
North Adams Council Sets School Debt Exclusion Vote
This final adoption paves the way for two community forums and a debt exclusion vote scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Elizabeth's Parish Center.
Greylock Federal Joining Credit Union Collaborative
Greylock Federal Credit Union is moving some of its back-office operations to a collaborative network but says customers shouldn't see any difference.
Chili's Grill & Bar Closes in Pittsfield
The casual dining restaurant chain Chili's is pulling up stakes at its Hubbard Avenue location.
Park Square Maple Couldn't Weather Summer Storms
A large limb from a 32-foot sugar maple in the park fell next to the fountain area over the weekend. Caution tape and traffic barrels now surround the aftermath.
Pittsfield Awarded Clean Water Grant
Pittsfield was awarded a $445,104 Lead Service Line Planning Grant
Pittsfield Nonprofit Asks for Building Permit Forgiveness
The Westside Legends would like a helping hand from the city in the form of fee forgiveness for an upcoming condo project.
Cheshire Rejects Override, Votes Reduced School Budget
Voters on Monday rejected a Proposition 2 1/2 override and passed a motion that would level fund the town's fiscal 2025 school assessment.
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