 Lifeguard Shortages May Mean 'Swim At Your Own Risk' At Burbank ParkWith only a couple of potential hires, the city will soon decide if the public beach at Onota Lake will be "Swim At Your Own Risk" this season.  Berkshire County Arc Hires New Risk Management SpecialistSteele has worked at BCArc previously for several years, her most recent position as Director of Brain Injury Services. Three years ago she left BCArc to explore other opportunities. Dalton Finance Approved Proposed Police BudgetThe finance committee unanimously approved recommending a Police Department budget of $1,631,083 for the special town meeting on Thursday, June 26 at 7 p.m. in Wahconah Regional High School.  Annual 'Striking Out Cancer' Event to be Held in PittsfieldThe 5th annual "Striking Out Cancer in the Berkshires" event, featuring baseball and women's softball, will take place on June 28 at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, with proceeds benefiting the Dana Farber/Jimmy Fund. St. Stanislaus Kostka School Honor RollA student merits High Honors for an average of 93 or higher. A student merits Honors for an average between 85 and 92.9.  Pittsfield Now Sisters With Cape Coast, GhanaOn Thursday, Mayor Peter Marchetti and Metropolitan Chief Executive George Justice Arthur, of the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, made it official with a signing ceremony.  Williamstown Fire District Sets Special Meeting for July 1The Prudential Committee set the special meeting for Tuesday, July 1, at 4 p.m. at the current fire station at 34 Water St. SteepleCats Edge Mystic at HomeNelphie Lopez went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI Thursday to lead the North Adams SteepleCats to a 4-3 win over the Mystic Schooners in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.  Kirvin Park Staged for 'Significant' Ecological RestorationThe city, in collaboration with the Housatonic River Natural Resources Trustees and General Electric Co., is working to enhance the natural resources of the Housatonic River Watershed. Bel Air Dam Removal and Traffic Control Plan UpdateTwo-way traffic will be maintained on Wahconah Street during construction, although there will be a slight lane shift implemented which will be marked by traffic cones and drums. Weekend Outlook: Pride, Music, and MoreCheck out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including nature outings, musical bingo, and more.  Stephanie Lane Appointed Executive Director of CDCSBLane, an experienced leader in affordable housing and real estate development. NAACP, Women of Color Giving Circle ScholarshipsNAACP Berkshire County and the Women of Color Giving Circle awarded students attending a 4-year program scholarships of $1,000 for the first two years.  Berkshire County Historical Society Present Revolutionary MusicTickets are $15 BCHS member and $20 non-members and can be purchased online. St. Mary's School Fourth Quarter Honor RollSt. Mary's School has released its Honor Roll for the fourth quarter.  MassDOT Plans Replacement of South St. BridgesThe new bridges will have two 11-foot travel lanes, two 5-foot shoulders/bike lanes with 2-foot buffers, and two at least 5-foot-wide sidewalks. BRPC to Hold Wellness Clinic in DaltonThe clinic will be open from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 26, July 24, and Aug. 28, to give individuals personalized health consultations, including medication reviews, blood pressure checks, and lifestyle advice. SteepleCats Edge Newport, R.I.Robert Stang hit a two-run home run in the top of the sixth inning to lead the North Adams SteepleCats to a 2-1 win over the Newport Gulls on Wednesday night.  Lever Partnering Two Companies to Use Local Wood in Berkshire ProjectsLever recently received a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to help support this project.  Berkshire Music School Announces Talent and Merit Scholarship AuditionsEvent Set for June 25, 2025, at 30 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA North Adams Police Report Two Arrests in Narcotics InvestigationOn June 18, 2025, the North Adams Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies, executed search warrants at two apartments in North Adams Mount Greylock District Close to Rolling Out Incident Response PlanInterim Superintendent Joseph Bergeron last week told the School Committee that the steering committee of staff members, family members and School Committee members has been able to merge best practices from districts around the country with what already is working for the district.  Clark Art Presents In Focus Gallery TalkFree with gallery admission.  Pittsfield Lawn and Tractor has a New Name and SpaceThe new location, 1685 West Housatonic Street, is just up the road from their former spot. MCLA Welcomes New Board Members, Thanks Departing TrusteesMCLA announced that Governor Maura Healey has appointed several new members to its Board of Trustees. |
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