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Greylock Project Proponents, Opponents Getting Message Out
Proponents and opponents have been busy on social media and mailers in getting out their messages on which way to vote on the Greylock School project.
Berkshire Green Drinks: Tracking: Out-of-Sight, Out-of-Mind
Learn about local wildlife and how to be more aware of them at October Berkshire Green Drinks
South County Overnight Road Work
Lane closures will be in effect, and traffic will be allowed through the work zones.
New Fall Foliage Leaf Hunt Clues for 2024
This year the committee has revealed that there will be 11 colorful leaves hidden in Adams, Cheshire, North Adams, and Williamstown.
North Adams Restaurant Falling Short of Safety Standards
The new owners of Meng's Pan-Asian are being ordered to get recertified on food safety standards after city inspectors found violations at the Main Street restaurant.
Mill Town Circus Highlights North Adams History for Fall Foliage
Mill Town Circus's bright yellow and blue tent went up this week at Noel Field Athletic Complex and will open on Friday night with a 90-minute production inspired by the city's manufacturing history.
General Election Information and Deadlines
The Massachusetts General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Adams' Green Finalist for Lenox Town Manager
Current Adams Town Administrator Jay Green was announced to the select board, along with former Pittsfield City Councilor Nicholas Caccamo.
Nominations Open for BCC's 40 Under Forty Awards
The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024.
Markey Applauds Pittsfield's Economic Development Efforts
U.S. Sen. Edward Markey is impressed by the city's effort to spark economic development in the downtown and beyond.
CHP Mobile Health Offering Covid Vaccines
Patients are also invited to receive a flu shot at the same time, to ward off both Covid and flu this coming fall-winter.
Markey Pledges Support for 'Converging' Projects in North Adams
U.S. Sen. Edward Markey pledged his support as the city and its partners embark on an ambitious plan of refashioning the downtown, the Hoosic River, the bike path and the connections to the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art.
Pittsfield Man in Critical Condition After Stabbing
A Pittsfield man was in critical condition after sustaining multiple stab wounds in a Tuesday night incident.
State Sen. Paul Mark October Staff Office Hours
Appointments are not required
Dalton Historic District Prep Nearly Complete
The preliminary work for establishing a second historic district is nearly complete, commissioners said at Wednesday's Historical Commission meeting.
Pittsfield High Boiler Replacement Underway
Pittsfield High School's boiler project is underway and the school will have heating upgrades for the winter season.
Lee Gets $1M Earmark for Public Safety Complex
On Wednesday, Congressman Richard Neal touted the allocation of Congressionally Direct Spending from the U.S. Department of Agriculture at town hall.
Pittsfield Man Arrested After 'Domestic Incident'
Harden was arraigned in Central Berkshire District Court on Monday, Sept. 30.
Task Force Arrests 3 for Drug Trafficking
A raid on Brown Street on Tuesday resulted in the arrests and arraignments of three men described by authorities as large-scale drug traffickers.
Solar Carports Approved for Greylock Glen Outdoor Center
Solect Energy will build, operate and maintain the system for 25 years, at which time the town can purchase the array, extend the contract or have it removed. The letter of intent calls for 25 cents per kWh.
Williams Elementary Receives National Designation
Williams Elementary School has received national recognition for its performance.
Lanesborough Temporary Closure of Summer Street for Paving Operations
Road closure scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
North Adams Schools Seeing Bright Spots on MCAS Scores
The public schools are seeing some ups and downs in MCAS scores for 2024 but improvement overall from last year compared to state data.
Dalton Board Questions Intent of Proposed 'Clean-up' Fund
The Select Board wants clarification on the original intent of the proposed "Clean-up Loan Fund" before deciding on it.
Suspect Arraigned in Fatal Stockbridge Hit & Run
A West Stockbridge woman has been charged in the hit-and-run that killed Franklin Ripley on Saturday.
Peddler's Pack of Spooky Tales at the Bidwell House Museum
Dennis D. Picard has been a museum professional in the living history field for over forty years.
BHS Relocating Helicopter Landing Zone to Hillcrest Campus of BMC
The move will be effective on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Berkshire County Arc Celebrates 70 Years
Berkshire County Arc is celebrating 70 years of enriching the lives of those with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and autism.
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