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BCC Student Discovers Rare Osprey Nest

Danielle Lemieux was on a routine commute to class at Berkshire Community College when she spied a rare sight.

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MCLA in Talks With Anonymous Donor for Art Museum, Art Lab

President Jamie Birge told the board of trustees on Thursday that the college has been in discussions for the last couple years with a donor who wishes at this point to remain anonymous.

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North Adams Hopes to Transform Y Into Community Recreation Center

The fate of the facility attached to Brayton School has been in limbo since the closure of the pool last year because of structural issues and the departure of the Berkshire Family YMCA in March.

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Humane Society Pups Go Downtown in Forever Home Search

Adoptable pups Beethoven and Starr took a stroll down North Street on Tuesday with hopes of finding forever homes on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.

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Mosquito Spraying Polarizes Pittsfield Meeting Ahead of BOH Vote

Mosquito spraying remains a polarizing topic as the Board of Health approaches its decision on a control plan.

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DPI Supports Continued Parallel Parking for North Street

Downtown Pittsfield Inc. proposed angled parking on North Street and was pleasantly surprised that the city responded with an in-depth study and new plans — even if they don't include angled parking.

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BRTA Celebrates 50 Years, Electric Buses

The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority is celebrating its 50th anniversary with new hybrid buses that tell a story about its history.

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Hancock Town Meeting Features Major Question on School Choice

Town meeting voters will be asked Monday to approve a request to change state law in a way that will preserve education at Hancock Elementary School.

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Special Minerals Agrees to Pay Adams, River Groups Over River Discharge

Specialty Minerals is expected to pay $299,000 for a discharge of calcium carbonate into the Hoosic River nearly three years ago in a consent decree with the Attorney General's Office.

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North Adams Helmet Giveaway A Success

The initiative was sparked by the Police Department's acquisition of bike helmets as part of a Municipal Road Safety Grant, according to Police Chief Mark Bailey.

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Pittsfield Rent Board OKs $30 Rent Increase for Lake Onota Village

The Rent Control Board approved a $30 per month rent increase for Lake Onota Village following a public hearing that spanned two meetings.

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Water Commissioner Incumbent Talks Priorities If Re-elected

Michael Kubicki says his priorities if re-elected to the Board of Water Commissioners are to ensure the fire and life safety of the Fire District and make sure the district goes in the direction the members want.

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Veteran Spotlight: Army Sgt. John Magnarelli

John Magnarelli served his country in the Army's 82nd Airborne Division and the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Vietnam from May 4, 1969, to April 10, 1970, as a sergeant.

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Brien Center Announces Vice President of Human Resources

In her new position, she will provide strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the Human Resources functional areas including recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and professional development.

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Retired Firefighter Running for Dalton Board of Water Commissioners

Ken Sagendorph, a former firefighter and emergency technician, says his goal is to improve communication between the Fire District, residents, town, and department if elected to the Board of Water Commissioners.

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Crescendo to Perform Music by Gilbert and Sullivan

Crescendo Chorus, Soloists, and Piano, Co-directed by Christine Gevert and John-Arthur Miller

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Weekly Maker's Market in the North Lot of The Apple Barn

It will be held in the North Lot of The Apple Barn at 604 US Route 7 South on Sundays from 12 pm - 4 pm weekly, starting on May 5, 2024. Admission is free and open to the public, and parking is available in the South Lot.

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NAMIBC Kicks Off Mental Health Awareness Month

This year, NAMI Berkshire County is helping emphasize the importance of normalizing mental health care by hosting a fundraising and awareness event: NAMIWalks Berkshire County at 5pm on May 3 in collaboration with First Fridays at Five.

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Pittsfield Traffic and Parking Restrictions for First Fridays at Five

Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes during this timeframe and follow appropriate detours.

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Paranormal Investigation at Ventfort Hall

Join him on Saturday evening, May 4, from 7 pm to midnight.

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Adams Lions Club Golf Tourney Set for May 18

The Adams Lions Club’s annual golf tournament will be Saturday, May 18, at Forest Park Country Club.

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Clark Art Presents Eddie Henderson

The performance takes place in the Clark's auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center.

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Clark Art Final First Sunday Free of the Season

Free admission all day.

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Pittsfield Hydrant Flushing Schedule: Phase 2

Mains will be flushed Monday through Friday each week, except holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

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Berkshire Historical Presents Author Lee McColgan

Lee McColgan has worked on Boston's Old North Church, Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, and other buildings.

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