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Haddad Auto Group Sponsors Strong Little Souls Family Funday, Golf Benefit

The fourth annual Strong Little Souls Family Funday brought more than 30 families affected by pediatric cancer together this year for a day filled with laughter, connection and memories at the Cottage Farm of the Berkshires, owned by George and Sheri Haddad.

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John Rubinstein on 'Eisenhower,' Trump, Fosse, Sondheim & Williamstown Theatre Festival

Rubinstein, who turns 80 in December, has been crisscrossing the country, doing the show for the past four years: "I can't wait to do it again and again and again," he said. "It's one of the great crowning pieces of luck of my career."

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Flying Cloud Institute Appoints New Development Manager

In this role, Stephanie will develop and deliver on the overall fundraising strategy of the organization, creating a range of sustainable funding streams to support and expand the educational work of the organization.

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Steel Structure Completed, Roof Taking Shape at New Greylock School

He said a lot of the masonry block and steel framing on the exteriors should be close to completion by the next meeting. Also, a binder course of asphalt should be down by the first week in October, which should help reduce the dirt and mud coming off the site.

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North Adams Seeks to Keep Airport Manager as Hewison Contract Ends

Hewison Aviation's contract with the city ends at the end of September. Neither the city nor Hewison wants to extend it.

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Historic Wahconah Park Grandstand Almost Leveled

If you want to catch a last glimpse of the remaining Wahconah Park grandstand, you need to hurry.

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Adams Board OKs 3 of 4 Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

The Select Board moved forward the three financial articles of the proposed four warrant articles for the special town meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m. at the Memorial Building.

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Cheshire Considering Town Cell Phone Policy

The town is looking into a phone policy after then Police Chief Timothy Garner recently brought the issue up to the Selectmen.

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CAT-TV: Tell Your Story in 60 Seconds

CAT-TV and GNAT-TV are inviting local filmmakers, students, families, first-time creators and experienced storytellers to take part in the competitive 2026 Shires 1-Minute Film Fest.

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Hoosac Tunnel Mural Unveiled at North Adams' Heritage State Park

The city's newest mural was unveiled Monday evening, followed by a concert at Western Gateway Heritage State Park.

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Green River Financial to Award $1K in Grants to North County Teachers

Teachers may apply beginning Sept. 15, 2026, through Oct. 13, 2026.

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Williamstown Board Hears Concerns About 'Hometown Heroes' Banners

Durocher was before the board Monday evening to seek its blessing to put banners recognizing living and deceased military veterans on utility poles in Williamstown.

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Berkshire Vietnam Veterans Receive Long-Awaited Welcome Home

Nearly a dozen Vietnam veterans visited Washington, D.C., to visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.

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PHS Air and Water Quality Within Accepted Levels

Readings were "acceptable" in all tested locations, and there are recommendations for monitoring humidity, replacing equipment, and additional air monitoring when needed.

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Former Cheshire Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Solicitation, Gets Six Months Probation

Alibozek, 53, was arrested on Nov. 7, 2025, by the Berkshire State Police Detective Unit and assisted by troopers from the Cheshire State Police Barracks.

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Mausert Block Signage Application on Hold Pending Revisions

The hearing was continued, with Stenson planning on returning with a more detailed proposal showing exactly how the signage would look.

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Boston Red Sox's Wally Visits Morris Elementary School

The event gave students a unique opportunity to interact with a character they may have only seen from afar at Fenway Park or on television.

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Healey Gives Municipalities Say on Data Centers, Pittsfield Eyes Moratorium

The Data Center Framework, released in June, includes bringing their own clean energy supply, protecting water resources, and being transparent with surrounding communities.

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Revolutionary History Comes Alive in Performances at Pittsfield Cemetery

For two weekends, the veil between past and present will lift, bringing Pittsfield's Revolutionary War-era founders to life, particularly the women who challenged the male-dominated 18th-century hierarchy.

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Adams High Class of 1956 Holds 70th Reunion

Adams Memorial High School's class of 1956 held its 70th reunion recently at Boston Sea Foods Restaurant in North Adams.

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Adams Alerts Celebrate 150 Years Serving the Community

Dozens of fire trucks escorted by marching firefighters made their way around downtown Adams on Saturday to the sounds of drums, fifes and the skirl of the bagpipes.

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Hinsdale Select Board Comes to Heated Ending

A Select Board meeting came to an abrupt end after a public comment period was cut short following a heated exchange between a board member and the audience.

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PCTV Turns 40, Anniversary Celebration This Friday

This Friday, Sept. 18, PCTV will celebrate at the Berkshire Hills Country Club.

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Two-Vehicle Crash on Brown Street Sends One to Hospital, Briefly Closes Road

One person was transported to the emergency department with non-life-threatening injuries.

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Pittsfield Councilors Want Enforcement on E-Bikes

The petition was referred to the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee, Mayor Peter Marchetti, and Police Chief Marc Maddalena.

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MassDOT Advisory: Overnight Construction Operations on I-90

Lane closures in place during various hours, Sunday, September 13, through Thursday, September 17

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Pittsfield Announces Car Seat Safety Event

This event will take place at Bedard Brothers located at 393 S. State Road, Cheshire, MA from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Lee Founders Weekend Returns

Three-day celebration returns September 18–20 with food, music, parades, fireworks, family activities, and community traditions

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18 Degrees to Hold Meetings on Gun Violence in Pittsfield

Following a summer of increased gun violence in Pittsfield, 18 Degrees will hold a couple of meetings focused on youth support, violence prevention, and safe communities.

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New Dance Studio for All Ages Opens in Pittsfield

Nineteen-year-old Addison Lee is following her dream by opening KOVA Elite Dance Company, with classes starting about two weeks ago.

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