 Williamstown Planners OK Preliminary Habitat PlanThe Planning Board on Tuesday agreed in principle to most of the waivers sought by Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity to build five homes on a Summer Street parcel.  Beverly Gans Marks 60 Years & Counting in the Pittsfield SchoolsGans will mark 40 years as secretary to principal at Taconic High School in June.  Letter: Article 41 on Williamstown Town Meeting WarrantThe town warrant for the upcoming town meeting has just been published. Many people think Article 41 warrants thought and discussion prior to the meeting.  Spring Jazz Ensemble Concert At Simon's RockConducted by Professor of Music, Electronic Arts, and Cultural Studies John Myers, the concert will include new arrangements of pieces by artists such as Thelonius Monk, Johnny Mandel, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and others, as well as the debut of John Myers' original composition "Lifeline." Drury Revives Senior Citizens PromScheduled for May 14 from 5–7PM in the Drury cafeteria, this event welcomes individuals of all ages to join in the festivities.  Pittsfield Community Development OKs Airport Project, Cannabis AmendmentThe Community Development Board has supported plans for a new hangar at the airport and a change to the cannabis ordinance.  Berkshire Bach: James Bagwell Conducts MagnificatThe concert honors longtime Berkshire Bach chairman, Adrian van Zon, who joined the Board in 1997 and is in his 24th year as chair. 1Berkshire Announces Technical Assistance OfferingsGoing into the Spring/Summer of 2024, the series continues with the next two cohorts: "Jumpstarting Your Crowdfunding Campaign" with Laura Christensen, and "Be Press Ready" with Cathy Husid. Pittsfield Health Board Continues Mosquito Plan ApprovalThe panel continued its vote on the 2024 mosquito control plan during its regular meeting on Wednesday, two days after a public hearing with divided input on adulticide spraying. BCC and Partners to Hold Second Chances Job FairArea employers invited to register by May 15  Clark Art Airs Production of 'Madama Butterfly'This award-winning series of live, high-definition cinema simulcasts features the full live performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. The Clark broadcasts the opera in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. Lanesborough FinCom Chair Resigns After Warrant ApprovalChair Jodi-Lee Szczepaniak-Locke officially resigned on Monday and the panel decided that Vice Chair Stephen Wentworth would assume leadership for the time being. North Adams Schools Talk Final Budget Numbers for Public HearingThe School Committee received the presentation given last week to the Finance & Facilities committee for the fiscal 2025 spending plan.  Berkshire Hills Eyes Lifeguard Variance for 2025Berkshire Hills County Club is seeking a variance on its pool permit to allow for cost savings on staff members starting next year, including fewer lifeguards.  North Berkshire Community DanceAdmission is pay-as-you-can. Two Men Found Guilty of Marijuana TraffickingYebin Mai was found guilty of two charges: Marijuana Trafficking in 100 pounds or more but less than 2,000 pounds and Witness Intimidation. Dem Wu was found guilty of Marijuana Trafficking in 100 pounds or more but less than 2,000 pounds.  Hugs & Cheers as Cheshire Town Clerk Closes Out 30-Year CareerThat wasn't all, of course, as she was applauded for her 30 years overseeing the town's elections and vital records. There were plenty of hugs and some tears for a closing out of her long career. White, MacWilliams Win May Day RacesAlex White was the top male 10-kilometer finisher and Kristy MacWilliams the top female 10K finisher at the 2024 Community Recreation Association May Day Races, competed Sunday, May 5, at Nessacus Middle School. Pittsfield Hosting Housing Resource FairCity of Pittsfield's Homeless Advisory Committee hosting Housing Resource Fair  Hoffmann Bird Club Field Trips: SteepletopSteepletop is a Berkshire Natural Resource Council property in New Marlborough.  Ventfort Hall Hosting Victorian TeaThe proceeds from this event help the mansion's fund their mission of restoring the mansion.  Senator Mark Announces May Staff Office HoursAppointments are not required.  DiLego Jewelry to Close After Nearly 100 Years in BusinessThe closure was announced on the store's Facebook page late Sunday night, where it immediately drew comments of remembrance and well-wishing.  Dalton OKs $22M Budget; Tables Concrete Sidewalk ArticleVoters approved all but one of the 22 articles on the warrant at the annual town meeting on Monday night at Wahconah Regional High School. Adams Picks Select Board Candidates; Cheshire Nixes Appointed AssessorBartlett, a co-owner of the former Red Carpet Diner, garnered the most votes at 791, more than 300 above the other three challengers, and Duval was returned for another three-year term with 685. |
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