Community
Lanesborough to Vote on 34 Articles at ATM
The 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 Officer
King brings extensive banking and finance experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and analysis, capital and liquidity management, plus team development and management.
Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System: Phase 4
Water 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 Project
The 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 Ban
Jason 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 Parking
The City Council on Tuesday approved an ordinance allowing veterans to park in municipal lots and spaces at no charge.
North Adams Draft Ordinance Allows More Retail Cannabis
The mayor is asking the City Council to take up a revamp of the cannabis ordinance that will allow more establishments to licensed.
Pittsfield Man Sentenced On Multiple Rape, Indecent Assault Charges
The Defendant was sentenced to 10 to 12 years for the charges of rape and 3 to 5 years concurrent for the charges of indecent assault and battery. The Defendant will serve his sentence in state prison.
Hoffmann Bird Club: Bobolink Trip to Field Farm
The walk starts at 7 am.
Berkshire County Historical Society Awarded Grants
These grants will be used to replace lost historic louvered shutters to Herman Melville's historic home Arrowhead.
Weekend Outlook: ArtWeek Berkshires, Springtoberfest & More
This weekend, the Berkshires and surrounding areas will have a variety of events, including concerts, comedy, farmers' markets, and more.
Great Barrington Rotary Day Of Service
Rotary International brings together a global network of volunteer leaders who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges.
Lee Chamber Seeks Volunteers for Main Street Beautification
On Thursday, May 23, the Chamber plans to hang flower baskets sourced from Clark's Nursery on lamp posts along the main thoroughfare.
PCTV to Host Eatza Pizza Fundraiser
The event will feature nine of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires.
Williamstown Officials Mull ARPA Funds to Address School Race Issue
The Select Board on Monday considered dedicating some of the town's remaining ARPA funds to address an emergency situation in the local public schools.
Berkshire Housing Woes Heard at State Listening Session
Around 100 local officials, business and community leaders and residents attended the session that will help fuel the state's five-year housing plan.
Housing Secretary Makes Adams Housing Authority No. 40 on List of Visits
The state's new secretary of housing got a bit of a rock-star welcome on Wednesday morning as Adams Housing Authority residents, board members and staff lined up to get their picture taken with him.
MassDEP Penalizes Berkshire Springs for Failing to Report Diesel Spill
MassDEP issued a penalty of $13,125 to Berkshire Springs.
No One Reported Injured After Car Strikes House in Williamstown
No injuries were reported Wednesday after a car drove into a house at 1033 Simonds Road (Route 7).
With No Races to Decide, a Light Turnout in Williamstown Town Election
All four candidates on the town election ballot easily won election on Tuesday in a light day of polling at the elementary school.
North Adams Liquor Store Has New Owner; Vegan Eatery Gets Alcohol License
The License Board on Tuesday approved two license transfers including one for V&V and a license for a restaurant in the former BrewHaHa on West Main Street.
Andrews, Brule Win Seats in Clarksburg
Town Clerk Marilyn Gomeau said about 22 percent of the town's registered voters, or 273 out of 1,254, cast ballots.
Pittsfield Council Recognizes ALS, Appoints CIO
The City Council began its regular meeting on Tuesday with a proclamation for ALS awareness and the appointment of a new chief information officer.
Dalton Fire District Votes OK All Articles, Return Incumbents
Voters approved all 22 articles on the warrant unanimously at the annual Fire District meeting on Tuesday night at the Stationery Factory.
BFAIR Recognizes Staff, Celebrates Successes at Annual Meeting
Board Chair Peter Mirante thanked the sponsors of the breakfast event at the Berkshire Hills Country Club, including his employer, Adams Community Bank, for allowing him to attend the nonprofit's many events and functions and encouraging his involvement.
Dalton Elections See High Turn Out; Select Board Incumbent Wins
More than 800 residents cast their votes during Monday's town elections, resulting in Select Board incumbent Robert Bishop retaining his seat.
Adams Lions Host Golf Tournament
Teams of four will compete in a 9-hole scramble format with tee times beginning at 8 am.
ConCom Sends Enforcement Order to Pittsfield Country Club
Last week, the panel ratified an enforcement order for unauthorized land disturbance and vegetation removal within bordering land subject to flooding, bordering vegetated wetlands, inland bank, and buffer zones.
North Adams Planners Renew Brewery Permit, Ask Legal Opinion on Glamping Changes
One long gestating project is expected to be completed this year but another one has been delayed yet again for a legal opinion.
Clarksburg Voters to Elect Town Officers on Tuesday
The three candidates for Select Board discussed their visions and qualifications last Monday at a forum sponsored by the Council on Aging at the Community Center.
