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MassDOT Launches Community Culvert, Unpaved Roads Grants
MassDOT Announces Launch of Community Culvert and Unpaved Roads Grant Programs; Grant Central Updates to Make it Easier for Municipalities to Apply for Grants
Lack of Cable Contract Hampering Dalton Community Television
During the Cable Advisory Committee's public hearing last week, several people voiced their support for the organization they say is an integral part of the community.
Youth Alive & ROPE: Stepping Toward the Future
Every year, the nonprofits Youth Alive and the Rites of Passage and Empowerment step toward a stronger, more equitable community.
MassWildlife: Where do turkeys gobble?
Wild turkeys are remarkably adaptable birds. They can get by in many environments, but they truly flourish where a variety of habitats come together.
MCLA Shows Off Mark Hopkins' Needs to Lieutenant Governor
Driscoll was in the city to address the Western Mass Arts Economic Impact Summit in the morning and then had lunch with Birge and a visit to Mark Hopkins to see what the college's needs are.
MassDOT Announces Name A Snowplow Contest for Elementary, Middle Schools
Students statewide are encouraged to submit contest applications. Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5.
Figo's Pizzeria Serves Fresh Italian Dishes
Bridget and Jacob Sweener, the spouses and co-owners of Figo’s Pizza, opened their new location to create a welcoming place for the community.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Backs $1M Funding for BIC, Myrias
The Community and Economic Development subcommittee advanced a total of $1 million in requests for Pittsfield Economic Development funding for expansion at the Berkshire Innovation Center.
Western Mass Arts Summit Focuses on Economics, Sustainability
More than 100 stakeholders in the creative economy spent an afternoon sharing ideas, stories and strategies for sustaining the state's cultural identity.
MassDOT: Daytime Construction on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound
Lane and shoulder closures in place during various hours week of Monday, Nov. 17
Berkshire United Way Names President and CEO
She previously served as interim while continuing her role as director of Community Impact.
Pittsfield Health Board OKs Green Burial Policy
The Board of Health last week approved a policy that allows city cemeteries to offer green burials.
nbCC to Host the Annual 'Neighborlies'
This event is free and open to the public.
Savvy Hive Thrift Shop Saved by Community Donations
Four days ago, Jessica Sweeney reluctantly posted a plea to her community: her small downtown business wouldn't survive the winter.
Pittsfield Council Sets FY26 Tax Rate
The City Council has set the fiscal year 2026 tax rate: $17.50 per $1,000 of valuation for residential property and $36.90 for commercial, industrial, and personal property.
Louison House Details Struggles, Challenges in Past Year
Louison House has been providing shelter for 35 years, but the demographic it serves is changing: it's getting older and sicker, or the individuals are in need of treatment.
Local Man Wins Auction for Williamstown Parcel
The town of Williamstown auctioned a quarter-acre property on Wednesday.
Companion Corner: Norman at No Paws Left Behind
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Dalton Democratic Town Committee Meeting
The meeting is open to the public and is being held in an ADA compliant location.
17-Year-Old Charged for October Murder of Brodie Slonski
A 17-year-old has been charged with the October murder of another 17-year-old over vapes.
State Fire Marshal Urges Heating Fire Safety
Heating Equipment is a Leading Cause of Residential Fires, Carbon Monoxide
Lack of Economic Growth Factors Into Williamstown FY27 Budget Talks
A planned discussion on priorities for the town's fiscal year 2027 spending plan Monday quickly pivoted to the latest in a series of Town Hall conversations about anemic growth in the town's property tax base.
North Adams' Average Tax Bill Climbs $126; McCarron Sworn in as Councilor
The City Council on Wednesday approved a split tax rate that maintains a shift of 1.715 to business and commercial properties.
Pittsfield Tax Rate Drops, But Bills May Rise
The administration has presented a split rate that would increase the average single-family home's annual bill by about $220.
Clarksburg Kicking Off Master Planning Process
Residents are encouraged to attend the first meeting on "Envisioning Clarksburg 2040" on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m. at the Community Center.
Lee Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Outstanding Individuals
The awards were presented to John Toole, Kathleen DeVarennes, Laurie Norton Moffatt, Susie Brown and Joshua Bloom at the chamber's annual meeting held at Greenock Country Club.
Second Defendant Charged in Taconic Teen Murder
Jaequan Spratling, 18, was arrested on Thursday evening by police and is being charged with murder and attempted armed robbery.
Pittsfield's Department of Community Development Public Workshop
In collaboration with VHB, the Department has initiated a year-long planning process aimed at crafting a Master Plan that will guide the city's growth and change while preserving its unique character and reflecting shared community values.
Dalton Fire Navigates Space & ADA Compliance Challenges
The Fire District is revisiting how to address its space limitation and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance issues.
Lanesborough Tax Rate Up 3%
The Select Board has adopted a single tax rate that will increase the average homeowner's annual bill by about $350.
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