 Pittsfield's Panchos Plans Rebrand, Wander Secures Entertainment LicenseA longtime North Street restaurant will change its name, its branding and its menu.  Woodlands Partnership Hosts Survey, Listening Sessions on Emergency ResponseThe January meeting will be held via Zoom.  Berkshire Health Group Sets 16% Health Insurance Hike for FY26Health insurance costs for employees in 25 towns and six regional school districts will rise by 16 percent in fiscal year 2026. BCC to Hold Open House for Workforce & Community Education ProgramsParticipants will not only get in-depth information about programs to develop new skills, advance in their current field and explore new career opportunities, but they can also apply to BCC on the spot. North Adams Council Taking Up Mayoral Authority Over AppointmentsThe City Council will take up two ordinance updates proposed by Vice President Ashley Shade to bring appointments to boards in line with current state laws.  Dalton Residents Express Support for Town Clerk Heather HuntTown Clerk Heather Hunt received a standing ovation at Monday night's Select Board meeting after she recounted her efforts to rectify a mailing error and her shock at the "vicious post" by a board member on the matter. Drinking Water Advocates Applaud Well Water BillMore than half a million Massachusetts residents — located heavily in rural areas but also in all 351 cities and towns — rely on private wells for their drinking water.  North Adams' Child Care of the Berkshires Gets New BoilerChild Care of the Berkshires has been undergoing several initiatives to update its facility in the Sarah T. Haskins School. Boys & Girls Club Members Can Get Homework HelpAvailable every Monday through Thursday from 3 to 5 at the club, the program has been a cornerstone of the its commitment to education.  BNRC Names Nick Pitel as Director of ConservationNick Pitel has been promoted to director of conservation, effective January 2025, by the Berkshire Natural Resources Council.  Pittsfield Seeks Public Input on CDBG PlansThe required plans are designed to help states and local jurisdictions assess their affordable housing and community development needs and market conditions to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. National Grid Encourages Use of Energy Assistance ProgramsNational Grid encourages its Massachusetts customers to take advantage of energy programs that can help manage their energy bills and keep their homes comfortable during winter temperatures.  North Adams Transforms Downtown Electrical Boxes into Public ArtThe project was officially unveiled during October's First Friday celebration.  Jonathan Denmark Elected Exec VP of MountainOne BankMountainOne has promoted Jonathan Denmark, a Pittsfield resident, to executive vice president of MountainOne Bank.  Karen Sargent Joins Pittsfield Co-op as Dalton Branch ManagerPittsfield Cooperative Bank has hired Karen Sargent as the new assistant vice president and branch manager of its Dalton branch location.  Think You Need an Antibiotic? You Might Not Get One for Your Cold!Overexposure to antibiotics over time can cause antibiotic resistance, a dangerous condition when these medications are needed.  Breathe Easy Berkshires Examines Impact of Butternut FireEnvironmentalists earlier this month opened the floor for reflections on the Butternut Fire, highlighting its air quality effects in Pittsfield. Dalton Select Board Approves Several Budget ItemsThe Select Board tentatively approved several budgets, addressing both increases and reductions  Veteran Spotlight: Army Sgt. Frank ScaliseFrank Scalise served his country in the Army in the Korean War as a sergeant from 1950 to 1952. Berkshire Pride Announces Expansion and 2025 Event ScheduleHighlights include the integration of North Adams Pride, the launch of Lee Pride, and the addition of Drag Story Hour, Berkshire Chapter, as a program under Berkshire Pride. Crane Museum Hosts Papermaking at Dalton LibraryAlthough the Crane Museum's building is no longer accessible to the general public, residents still have the opportunity to learn about papermaking and the organization's history.  Downtown Pittsfield: A Taste of DowntownNineteen restaurants and bars in downtown Pittsfield will be participating. Office of Veterans Services Launches Yearlong Acts of Service CampaignStatewide initiative in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy aims to inspire and promote service to the veteran community throughout 2025  Berkshire-Based Murder Mystery Video Game Released"Murder Is Game Over: The Blackinton Curse" is the fourth game in a series of stand-alone murder mystery games developed by Matthew Myers of HitherYon Games.  Landowners Play Vital Role Creating Habitat for Declining Native WildlifeThe New England cottontail, the only native rabbit in the region, thrives in dense young forests and shrublands. |
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