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Dalton Power Program Could Save Ratepayers Money

Since 2015, the town has had an electric program in an effort to stabilize and make energy costs more affordable.

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Healey, Driscoll's Campaign Stop Talks Housing, Health and ICE

Gov. Maura Healey acknowledged challenges and touted successes on Tuesday to a packed room at the former Johnson School on Tuesday.

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Mount Greylock School Committee Hears Budget Requests, Pressures

The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Thursday heard the final rounds of fiscal year 2027 budget requests and heard why those — or any — discretionary increases in spending will be difficult in the year that begins July 1.

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Healey Announces Housing Development Supports at Former Pittsfield Bank

Gov. Maura Healey stood in the former Berkshire County Savings Bank on Tuesday to announce housing initiatives that are expected to bring more than 1,300 units online.

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Zonta Club Honors Local Women

Jackie Melendez, President of the Zonta Club announced that this year five area women will be honored for their contributions to support and empower women.

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Great Barrington Fire, Police Respond to Chimney Fire

Firefighters made quick work of a chimney fire on Tuesday afternoon and two police officers aided the occupant in escaping the building.

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North Adams First Congregational's 'Share the Love' Campaign Returns

Now in its fifth year, the First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign returns to assist organizations aiding those in need in Northern Berkshire County.

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North Adams' New Kimbell Building Taken at Foreclosure Auction

Mortgage-holder MountainOne Bank was the only bidder at the auction, taking the historic building for $1,248,000. It was held in the entrance lobby at 85 Main by Daniel P. McLaughlin & Co. Auctioneers LLC.

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Dalton Select Board to Hold Q&A Session on DCTV

The show will begin airing once the town has received enough questions to fill a 30-minute segment.

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Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for CDBG Annual Action Plan

CDBG funds are provided annually to the City of Pittsfield through an entitlement grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.

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Christian Center Surveys Needs, Proposes Changes

The Christian Center wants community feedback to fuel a potential name change and expanded programming.

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Williamstown Fire District Readying Fiscal 2027 Budget

The Fire District is projecting a 3.18 percent increase in its operating budget for fiscal year 2027, according to documents shared with the Prudential Committee and its Finance Committee.

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Arrest Made in Pittsfield Hit-And-Run

A Hancock man Monday was arrested in connection with last week's fatal hit-and-run accident in Pittsfield, police said.

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Dalton Trustees Want to Restore Chapel as Columbarium

The cemetery trustees are slowly working to make the Main Street Cemetery's chapel usable again.

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East Housatonic Bridge Restricted to One-Lane

Structural concerns have closed one side of the bridge on East Housatonic Street, making that section of the busy road limited to one lane.

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MassDOT: Becket Daytime Bridge Repairs on I-90 Eastbound, Westbound

Lane closures in place Tuesday, Feb. 17, through Friday, Feb. 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County

All other regions remain unchanged, including Berkshire County that remains at a normal drought level.

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New Practice Focuses on Dental Care for Children

A new dental practice is focused solely on ensuring Berkshire County children have bright smiles.

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CBRSD Budget Decreases; Dalton Assessment High

The Central Berkshire Regional School District has decreased its initial operating projections from nearly 10 percent down to 4.9 percent, but the Dalton's budget is still strained because of its high assessment.

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Veteran Spotlight: Marine Corp. Tim Woodward

Woodward's first assignment would take him to the former Naval Air Station Memphis in Tennessee for aviation electronics training through a rolling admissions program.

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Fusion Health Brings Personalized Care

A new health and wellness center just over the border in Connecticut is offering physical therapy and holistic practices.

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Governor Healey Nominates District Court Members

The nominees will now be considered by the Governor's Council for confirmation.

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Devonshire Estates Residents Display an Abundance of Talent

The community at Holiday Devonshire Estates is made up of individuals with a wealth of knowledge and experiences.

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PCTV, Farley-Bouvier Talk Importance of AI Awareness

Data privacy, misinformation and overreliance are among the top concerns over artificial intelligence on Beacon Hill.

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MassWildlife: Three ways to prevent conflict during coyote mating season

Late January through early March is mating season for coyotes. Learn how you can prevent conflict with coyotes by protecting your pets, removing food sources, and hazing.

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Clarksburg Officials Updated on Grant Projects; Input Sought on Town Playground

The Four Corners Project wants input on playground designs for the Cook Veterans Memorial Field.

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Habitat & Taconic CTE Students Build Pittsfield Home

Taconic CTE students will be able to say "I built that house" when they pass 37 Curtis Terrace.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: Allendale Pines North

Teton Management is opening its new manufactured housing development next Allendale Pines at 395 Cheshire Road, and has three different model homes to choose from.

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Nonprofit Center Launches Film Showcase Celebrating Berkshire Nonprofits

The event highlights 20 Berkshire County nonprofits through short films that share their missions and invite community engagement.

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North Adams Council Hears Presentation on Drury Mentor Program

Tuesday's City Council meeting was an evening for presentations, and a proclamation for American Heart Month in February.

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