 Berkshire County Firefighters Graduate from Mass Firefighting AcademyThe Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this week graduated 45 firefighters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program, including six Berkshire County firefighters.  Companion Corner: Mace at Second Chance Animal ShelteriBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.  Pittsfield Board OKs Open Mic Privacy, Historical District Study CommitteeThe Ordinances and Rules Subcommittee supported requests for greater privacy when addressing the City Council and to create a study committee for a local historical district downtown.  Wisdom & Cinncinatus Lodges Donate to Berkshire Humane SocietyTwo local Grand Lodges of Massachusetts selected the Berkshire Humane Society for their charity donation.  Northern Berkshire EMS Restocks North Adams Veterans Food PantryNorthern Berkshire EMS Transport Divisions and their community partners helped gather some $1,000 to $1,500 worth of suplies. Complaint Withdrawn Over Adams Park Street Christmas DisplayThe Christmas display at Dr. Martin Bush's dentist office no longer has a violation against it after a complaint was withdrawn. BRPC Interviewing Director Candidates SaturdayTwo candidates for executive director of the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission will be interviewed Saturday morning beginning at 9:45. Weekend Outlook: Cabin FeverCheck out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend, including art, fun, maple sugar and more.  Berkshire Running Foundation Hosts Steel Rail Race Training ProgramThe Berkshire Running Foundation this week announced the launch of its free MountainOne Steel Rail Race training program, a 10-week community training series designed to prepare runners and walkers for the upcoming races. Williamstown Fin Comm Hears from Police Department, LibraryPolice Chief Michael Ziemba last week explained to the Finance Committee why an additional full-time officer needs to be added to the fiscal year 2027 budget.  MassMoCA: Nature Public Symposium, Tree Pep RallyContemporary Nature: Tending the Garden is a public symposium featuring a keynote by writer and philosopher Báyò Akómoláfé that poses questions for our ecological future.  Adams Board Dismisses 'Dangerous' Case Against PennyCharges of aggression against Penny the hound were dropped on Wednesday after her appearance at the Board of Selectmen resulted in licking faces, and a little whining. Pittsfield Seeks Input on CDBG SpendingThe city is seeking input on where this year's Community Development Block Grant dollars should be allocated. After the Slush: Warmer Weather ArrivesThe National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for all of Western Massachusetts, Southern Vermont, northern Connecticut and most of Upstate New York and the Capital Region. Pittsfield Licensing Board Hikes FeesDuring a brief meeting on Monday, the Licensing Board approved new fees for fiscal year 2027 and upgraded the Barrington Stage Company's liquor license. BRTA Board Balks at Route Changes, Asks for Re-EvaluationThe Berkshire Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board o Wednesday tabled a vote on the proposed route realignment.  A New Cafe is Welcoming People in Downtown PittsfieldA local catering business is opening its Dunham Mall location to offer lunch and breakfast. Mount Greylock Schools Draft Budget Sees Double-Digit Percentage Hikes for TownsThe committee held a special meeting with a single item on the agenda: the draft FY27 budget prepared by the administration. Berkshire Concrete Fined, Ordered to Restore DigsiteAfter more than a year of residents demanding action, it appears that pressure is finally being placed on Berkshire Concrete. Koperniak, Great Britain Down Brewers in WBC ExhibitionHoosac Valley graduate Matt Koperniak Wednesday went 2-for-4 with three runs batted in to help Great Britain beat the Milwaukee Brewers in an exhibition game. Dalton Fire District Seeks Members for Building Needs CommitteeThe committee is charged with evaluating community needs and expectations, staffing and facility requirements, and developing short- and long-term plans to address these needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility.  Lt. Maddalena Named Chief of Police in PittsfieldThe city has a new police chief in Marc Maddalena, a more than 25-year member of the force and head of its traffic unit. Lanesborough Planners Try to Keep Up With Bylaw ReadingsThe Select Board got an earful last week on the Planning Board's efforts to deal with short-term rentals.  Cannabis Dispensary Shifts Location to North AdamsA familiar North Berkshire cannabis shop opened its doors in North Adams.  Veterans for Peace Protest U.S. Intervention in Middle EastThe Berkshires Chapter of Veterans for Peace held a stand-out at Park Square on Sunday calling for the halt of U.S. attacks on Iran. |
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