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Cost, Access to NBCTC High Among Concerns North Berkshire Residents
One speaker after another conveyed how critical local access television is to the community and emphasized the need for affordable and reliable services, particularly for vulnerable populations like the elderly.
Pittsfield ZBA Member Recognized for 40 Years of Service
Albert Ingegni III was applauded for four decades of service on the Zoning Board of Appeals during City Council. Mayor Peter Marchetti presented him with a certificate of thanks for his commitment to the community.
BRPC's Public Health Program Announces Recent Hires
The BRPC Public Health Program supports Berkshire County and its municipalities in areas including emergency preparedness and response, substance use prevention and harm reduction, community health planning and education, climate resilience, and infectious and chronic disease prevention.
Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for Draft CDBG Annual Action Plan
The Community Development Office, in conjunction with the City Council's subcommittee on Community and Economic Development, will hold a public hearing on May 21 at 6:00 p.m. on the proposed CDBG program budget and draft 2025 Annual Action Plan.
Pittsfield Seeking Volunteers for Flag Distribution
The installation of flags will occur between May 6 to May 11, 2024.
North Adams Council Gives Initial OK to Zoning Change
A zoning change that would add a residential property to the commercial zone on State Road was adopted to a second reading but met with some pushback. The Planning Board recommended the change.
Williamstown Charter Review Panel OKs Fix to Address 'Separation of Powers' Concern
The Charter Review Committee on Wednesday voted unanimously to endorse an amended version of the compliance provision it drafted to be added to the Town Charter.
Select Board Incumbent Bob Bishop Up for Re-Election
Robert Bishop says he'll work to keep taxes down while supporting town department and employees if re-elected to the Select Board.
Williamstown Affordable Housing Trust Hears Objections to Summer Street Proposal
A couple of the residents who addressed the AHT said they are concerned that Northern Berkshire Habitat is biting off more than it can chew and will not have the resources to build five houses at the site.
Adams Beautification Plans Community Cleanup
The Adams Beautification group, which has been quietly sprucing up the town since 2022, hopes to bring in more members of the community during a community cleanup day scheduled for Saturday, April 27.
Adams Historical Society Annual Meeting
Trudel's presentation will include never-before-published photographs of the company's operations, samples of original Jones Division fabrics, and family photographs. Materials from the historical society's collection will also be on display.
BEAT: Volunteer Fieldwork
This spring, BEAT is offering training to anyone interested in conducting volunteer fieldwork by surveying culverts and road-stream crossings. The first field day training is Tuesday, April 30.
Dalton Select Board Argues Over Sidewalk Article
A heated discussion concerning sidewalks during Monday night's Select Board meeting resulted in the acting chair calling a recess to cool the situation.
Developer Asks $400K From Pittsfield Housing Trust for Condo Project
Between disagreements about site design and a formal funding process not yet established, more time is needed before a decision can be made.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Election Pay, Veterans Parking, Wetland Ordinances
The Ordinances and Rules subcommittee on Monday unanimously supported a pay raise for election workers, free downtown parking for veterans, and safeguards to better protect wetlands.
Spectrum Cable Hearing Set in North Adams
The 10-year contract with Spectrum/Charter Communications will cover the city of North Adams and the towns of Adams, Cheshire and Clarksburg.
North Adams Farmers Market Moving to Main Street
The Farmers Market will share space with Touchy Coffee that will occupy the former TD bank building for the month of May.
Robert Collins Runs for Dalton Select Board Seat
Robert Collins felt it was time for a new voice to "shake things up a bit."
Berkshire Athenaeum Computer Recycling Collection
Accepted items include monitors, scanners, computer mice, printers, keyboards, laptop batteries, ink and toner cartridges, computers, hard drives, speakers, cords, and cables. No television sets will be accepted.
Williamstown Housing Trust Commits $80K to Support Cable Mills Phase 3
Developer David Traggorth asked the trustees to make the contribution from its coffers to help unlock an additional $5.4 million in state funds for the planned 54-unit apartment building at the south end of the Cable Mills site.
North Street Parking Study Favors Parallel Parking
A parking study of North Street will be presented at Tuesday's City Council meeting. The design maintains parallel parking while expanding pedestrian zones and adding protected bike lanes.
Guest Column: Berkshire United Way's Call to Action During National Volunteer Week
At Berkshire United Way, we mark National Volunteer Week as the centerpiece of our own Here For Good Volunteer Month.
Retired Senior Volunteers Recognized 36K Hours of Service
Amy Schirmer was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year for creating a weekly therapeutic art class at the George B. Crane Center to help those in recovery from substance use.
Exploring North Adams' History At the Library
Led by local historian Gene Carlson and in collaboration with the North Adams Historical Society, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the city's past.
MassDOT: Lenox Temporary Lane Closures on Route 7 Northbound
Lane closures in place from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, Monday, April 22 through Friday, May 17
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 22-26
Use caution when traveling on these roads. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Phase 1 of Pontoosuc Lake Park Improvements Planned for South Side
After decades of planning, the city hopes to break ground on Phase 1 of Pontoosuc Lake Park's revitalization this summer.
Marchetti Proposes 8% Water/Sewer Increase
The City Council agenda on Tuesday includes water and sewer rates as well as a proposed change to the schedule and calculation for predictability and fair pricing.
Scenic Flight Group Setting Up at North Adams Airport
The Airport Commission voted to permit Adirondack Aviation to operate out of Harriman and West Airport.
MassHealth To Expand Eligibility and Lower Insurance Costs
Approved 1115 Waiver Amendment will Make Health Care More Accessible, Equitable and Affordable for Hundreds of Thousands of Residents
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