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Clarksburg Closes Case on Police Department
The Select Board this week formally voted to permanently close the Police Department and authorize the town administrator to sell the cruisers.
Steeple City Social Slowly Opening in North Adams
The long-awaited Steeple City Social is in "soft open" mode at the moment. Last weekend, Meghan Daly and Andrew Fitch opened the doors for people to see the new spot and try some of their items.
Pittsfield Short on Snow Plowers
On Presidents Day weekend, a storm dumped around 6 inches of snow on Berkshire County. Just before, the city was able to onboard a few more contractors.
Adams Firefighters Stop Fire in Home's Wall
Firefighters were called out Friday afternoon to deal with a smoking wall in a duplex on West Street.
State Fire Marshal: Daylight Saving Time Reminder
When You Change Your Clocks, Check Your Alarms. Working Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Save Lives, Fire Officials Say
Lenox Fire Douses Garage Blaze, Cause Under Investigation
Firefighters made swift work of a garage fire that could have turned into a conflagration on Friday morning.
Stamford Library to Host Program on Vermont 251 Club
Jim and Nancy Bushika, Stamford residents and members of the Vermont 251 Club, will present the hour-long program.
Pittsfield Awarded Grant to Plant Native Shade Trees
This funding will enable the city to plant 40 native shade trees in a middle-income neighborhood that currently lacks sufficient street tree cover, located outside of the designated Greening the Gateway Cities area.
Stearns Staff Accused of Using Bathroom to 'De-Escalate' Students
A report was filed with the state Department of Children and Families and separate investigations are being conducted by DCF and the Pittsfield Public Schools.
BCC to Hold Workforce CompTIA Security Certification Virtual Trainings
The 13-week training will occur online on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and run through June 25. Scholarships are available for eligible students.
Berkshire Pipe & Tobacco Sees License Suspension
After repeat violations, a longtime Tyler Street retailer cannot sell tobacco until the end of the year.
North Adams Community Development Panel Mulls Affordable Housing Trust
One City Council committee is hoping to take more active steps on housing and economic development in North Adams.
Love of T Showcases Community at Gala
The non-profit Love of T celebrated its ever-growing community and raised funds to continue its mission during its "Dance the Blues Away" gala on Saturday.
North Adams Man Facing Drug Charges Is Charged Again
A city man has been charged with drug violations after a search warrant turned up drugs and trafficking materials Friday at a Houghton Street apartment.
Williamstown's Spring Election Taking Shape
Four potential candidates have taken out nomination papers for three seats on the Select Board that will be voted on this May, the town clerk reported on Wednesday.
Weekend Outlook: First Friday, Ghost Tours & More
There are several events this weekend, including First Friday festivities, live music, a ghost tour, and more.
Greylock Community Enrichment Scholarship Applications Now Available
Students must be Greylock Federal Credit Union members.
Berkshire County Transportation Enhanced by Over $400 K in State Grants
BRTA and the Town of Great Barrington have received a combined total of over $400,000 through the Community Transit Grant Program (CTGP).
Williamstown Planners Reject Sweet Farm Road Waivers
The Planning Board on Tuesday voted not to grant the waivers needed to allow a request to accept Sweet Farm Road as a public way to go before town meeting in May.
Plaque Dedicates Ketchum Memorial Meeting Room in Clarksburg
The bronzed cast aluminum sign was purchased by the town's Historical Society, said Jeanne Moulthrop, a member and chair of the Historical Commission.
Community Leaders Read to Kids at St. Mary's School
In conjunction with Read Across America, St. Mary's School is starting its big reading challenge.
Ollie's Bargain Outlet Taking Over Pittsfield Big Lots
Ollie's, based in Harrisburg, Pa., acquired 40 leases for Big Lots stores and Burlington Stores Inc. another dozen.
Bianchi Barbarotta Foundation to Host 11th Annual Beer Tasting Event
Admission to the event is $30.
BRTA Mulls Extending Free Rides to Non-ADA Communities
This would expand opportunities for rural residents to use the transit authority's services and could even be a catalyst for route extensions.
CHP Suspends Mobile Health Unit and Cuts Staff
Community Health Programs laid off some of its staff, reduced some staff hours, and suspended its mobile health unit in response to a looming deficit.
Stockbridge Grange to Host Corned Beef Dinner Fundraiser
The dinner, priced at $15 per person, will be available for pickup between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM at the Stockbridge Grange Hall, located at 51 Church Street.
Berkshire Green Drinks Will Discuss Rare Butterfly Species
The in-person social gathering begins at 5:15 p.m., with the presentation and Zoom meeting starting at 6:00 p.m.
Berkshire Athenaeum Hosts Seed Library Opening Celebration
The Season Opening celebration will also include a Seed Exchange.
North Adams Schools Eye Level Service Budget But Wary of Federal Cuts
School districts are planning as if things are status quo based on the governor's budget but with the knowledge matters may be in flux as state and federal leaders move through the budget process.
Pittsfield School Policy Panel Endorses Social Media Regs
Last week, the Policy subcommittee sent a revised document to the School Committee that bars teachers and staff from friending students and giving out their private phone numbers.
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