 Clark Art Lecture on Justice, Property and Punishment in 18th Century QubecA 5 pm reception in the Manton Research Center reading room precedes the event.  Berkshire Schools Awarded Early College GrantsGrants will expand access and add up to 44 new Early College partnerships, doubling the number of participating students to 20,000 by 2028 Williamstown Community Preservation Panel Weighs Hike in Tax SurchargeThe Community Preservation Committee is considering whether to ask town meeting to increase the property tax surcharge that property owners currently pay under the provisions of the Community Preservation Act.  State Planning to Temporarily Shut Down Route 8 Bridge in ClarksburgThe temporary bridge is expected to serve until MassDOT installs a new one in five years.  Andrew Fitch Launches Bid for State Representative in North BerkshireThe two-term city councilor stressed his energy, commitment and campaign priorities of economic development, housing and regional relationships for the 13 communities in the 1st Berkshire.  Williamstown Community Preservation Committee Hears from Final ApplicantsThe Community Preservation Committee last Wednesday heard from the final four applicants for fiscal year 2027 grants and clarified how much funding will be available in the fiscal year that begins on July 1.  Sage City Symphony Winter ConcertSage City Symphony to Present Free Spring Concert May 18  Esther Bell Named Next Director of Clark ArtVeteran curator and scholar assumes leadership on July 1 State Awards Lee TAG GrantSix grants awarded to enhance education and boost community collaboration in local waste site cleanups  Winter Wonders Market at Ventfort HallDiscover items from local craftspeople and farmers. The mansion is open for the market only. Dalton Officials Talk Meters Amidst Rate IncreasesThe anticipated rise in the water and sewer rates has sparked discussion on whether implementing meters could help mitigate the costs for residents  First Eagle Mill Units in Lee to Open in SpringtimeThis is the first of several planned development phases at the former paper mill that dates back to the early 1800s, totaling more than 200 units.  Former Country Club Reopens as The Venue at SkylineA new but familiar space is opening for event rentals as The Venue at Skyline.  MCLA Green Living Seminar to Explore Climate Change Perceptions in the Middle EastThe presentation, titled "Faith Under Fire: How Religion Shapes Climate Concern in the Middle East," will take place in MCLA's Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 121. 'The Art of the Opening' To Be Displayed In New WCMA MuseumThe audience will be invited to ask questions, and lunch will be provided for the first 12 people to register.  Pittsfield Resident Given OK to Distribute DoughnutsThe City Council has clarified that a charitable resident can continue distributing cider and doughnuts to people, as long as parking regulations are followed.  Lenox Library and Indie Lens Pop-Up Present The LibrariansAfter the screening, there will be an interactive panel discussion about censorship, its effects on democracy, and the broader implications for education and intellectual freedom Saturday Night Fire in Pittsfield Turns Fatal4 Engine companies, a ladder company and Deputy Chief responded.  Ghost Tours At Ventfort HallThe tour will take place at 7 pm on Saturday, Feb. 7. Two Pittsfield Habitat for Humanity Homes Open for ToursLocated on a dead-end street just off Upper North Street heading towards Pontoosuc Lake, these three-bedroom, one-bath condominiums offer an opportunity for income-qualified buyers to achieve homeownership.  Lenox Looks to Add Parking with Street ChangesThe Select Board is moving forward with a proposal to increase parking on two downtown streets by making them one-way. Dalton Library Holds Adult Reading ChallengeThe library is making book enthusiasts nostalgic thanks to its adult reading challenge that encourages people to expand their horizons in the literature world. FreshGrass Pauses Season, Plans for Next YearThe annual FreshGrass Festival will be taking a pause on what would have been its 16th year.  Northern Berkshire United Way: Founding in the Depression EraIt was in the depths of the Great Depression when a group of local leaders came together to collectively raise funds to support social service agencies. MassDOT Advisory: Becket Daytime Bridge Repairs on I-90Lane closures in place Monday, February 2, through Friday, February 6, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
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