 Pittsfield Superintendant Warns of Prohibited Toy GunsThe district has been alerted of a concerning trend that is prohibited on school grounds: Orby or Orbeez guns.  Driver Fell Asleep Before Running Into Williamstown PorchA Vermont woman was asleep at the wheel prior to crashing into a Simonds Road residence last week, according to a Williamstown Police Department report.  Greylock appoints Anthony Rinaldi as Director EmeritusIn March 2024, the Board of Directors voted to confer the Director Emeritus designation on Rinaldi. Hoosac Harvest Annual Seedling Swap ReturnsThe Swap will be held on May 25 at the North Adams Farmers Market on Main Street, North Adams.  Flag Meant to Represent Inclusion Sparks Debate in WilliamstownOne of the authors of a proposed bylaw amendment to allow the display of the Progress Pride on town flag poles said he welcomes more dialogue about the proposal. Berkshire Planning Commission Approves 'Conservative' FY25 BudgetBerkshire Regional Planning Commission has a "conservative" budget for fiscal year 2025 with a nearly 6 percent increase.  Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Staff Sgt. Cory AhonenCory Ahonen, chief engagement officer for the state's Executive Office of Veterans Services, served his country in the Air Force from 2008 to 2014 as a staff sergeant. Mass MoCA Commission Approves Mental Health Practices as TenantsThe Mass MoCA Commission on Thursday approved three new tenants for Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. Same Place, New Day for Williamstown Town Meeting 2024The New England town meeting — steeped in tradition — has been far from traditional in the Village Beautiful over the last five years. Mass Unemployment and Job Estimates for April 2024Unemployment remains steady at 2.9 percent for third straight month, labor force participation rate increases  BAAMS Receives $10K Donation from Noel FamilyThe Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies Inc. (BAAMS) has recently garnered significant support from the family of the late Edward J. Noel Jr.  One Injured in 4-Vehicle Crash on Dalton Avenue in PittsfieldThe crashes happened at 9:40 p.m. when a westbound Honda Accord on Dalton Avenue crossed the double yellow line, striking a Subaru sedan traveling east, causing it to spin out.  Adams Housing Authority Rededicates McAndrews Community CenterResidents of the senior living facility gathered in the new community room on Wednesday to rededicate it to James McAndrew and welcome Housing Secretary Edward Augustus. South County Road MaintenanceLane closures will be in place during the construction operations and traffic will be able to travel through the work zones. Dalton Health Board OKs 90-Day Variance for Food TruckThe Board of Health approved a 90-day variance for Pizza Trails Food Truck to get a food manager's permit during its meeting last week. 2nd Street Seeks Submissions for Literary ProjectAuthors of published works receive$200 cash award  ServiceNet Cuts Ribbon on Vocational Farm to 'Sow Seeds of Hope'Whether it is planting flowers or growing fresh produce, the program is for "sowing seeds of hope" for those with developmental disabilities.  North Adams Finance Committee Endorses Additional Positions in $49M BudgetBut not enough for Finance Committee member Andrew Fitch, who voted against the compensation and classification plan because it did not include a city planner. Lanesborough to Vote on 34 Articles at ATMThe Select Board endorsed a long list of articles during its regular meeting on Monday, most without discussion.  Greylock Federal Welcomes Senior Vice President, Chief Financial OfficerKing brings extensive banking and finance experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and analysis, capital and liquidity management, plus team development and management. @theMarket: Have Odds Improved for a Fed Rate Cut?The question is whether the data will convince the Fed to relent on keeping interest rates higher for longer. Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System: Phase 4Water mains throughout the city will be flushed through hydrants to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products. Mains will be flushed Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. from May 20 to May 24. Neal Secures $700,000 for North Adams Flood Chutes ProjectThe Corps of Engineers is in the midst of a three-year, $3 million study of the aging concrete flood chutes that control the passage of the river through the city.  Mount Greylock Super Asks for Cell Phone BanJason McCandless last Thursday told the committee that his thinking about personal electronic devices in schools has evolved over the last year.  Pittsfield Says 'Thank You' to Veterans with Free ParkingThe City Council on Tuesday approved an ordinance allowing veterans to park in municipal lots and spaces at no charge. |
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