Community
MassDOT: Public Comment Period for Capital Investment Plan
Public comment period will be open from Thursday, June 20, through Wednesday, July 10, and may be submitted through email, a CIP Comment Tool, and at six virtual regional public information meetings
Pittsfield Schools Assign Placeholder for $200K Budget Cut
The school district found a $200,000 cost savings in computer replacements to accommodate the City Council's budget cut.
Teacher of the Month: Elaine Hunter
Egremont Elementary School prekindergarten inclusive classroom teacher Elaine Hunter has been selected as the June Teacher of the Month.
Weekend Outlook: Solid Sound, Films and Concerts
There are a variety of events this weekend, including the Solid Sound Festival, musical performances, gallery exhibits, and more.
Two Arrested in Connection With Lee Home Invasion
The two suspects were arrested on June 26 and 27.
Northern Berkshire YMCA Relocates Summer Program to MCLA
Camp Abenaki will utilize the Church Street Center Social Hall during July and August with indoor and outdoor activities as well as field trips for swimming and exploration throughout the local communities.
Pittsfield Council Amends Cannabis Ordinance, Celebrates PHS Athletes
The meeting was less than a half hour, with the most time spent on proclamations for the Pittsfield High School baseball and softball teams and a certificate of recognition to PHS student Jake Bassi.
Large Solar PV Arrays Likely Not Feasible in Dalton
Green Committee member Todd Logan updated the committee last week on his efforts to obtain data to inform the possibility of developing large PV arrays on town properties.
Williamstown Fire District Won't Seek Retirement Exemption for Chief
Fire Chief Craig Pedercini had asked the panel, which governs the district, to seek the exemption to prevent him from having to retire in March of next year.
No Paws Left Behind to Operate at North Adams Animal Shelter
The nonprofit No Paws Left Behind animal shelter will operate out of the city's municipal shelter on Hodges Cross Road.
Fall Foliage Parade Theme Announced
This year's parade theme will be "Berk du Soleil - The Greatest Show in North Berkshire."
Fiber Optic Cable Coming to Housatonic Village from Stockbridge Road
The grant will pay a portion of the $700,000 total cost of installation; the 2023 Annual Town Meeting approved a matching amount of $250,000, and Fiber Connect of Egremont, the project vendor, will cover the remaining costs.
Dalton Commits ARPA Funds Toward Police Station Repair, Design
The town needs to address safety issues within the police station, including plumbing, mold, ventilation, mice, water damage, heating, and cell damage.
Lanesborough Rebuff of Gold Star Exemption Dismays Pittsfield Officials
Pittsfield officials are disappointed that Lanesborough rejected a proposal for Gold Star family tax exemptions, clarifying that the city proudly adopted this years ago.
Dalton Installs Seven Accessible Picnic Tables
The Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant picnic tables have been installed at Greenridge, Pinegrove and Chamberland parks and at the library.
Software Upgrades Impacting Pittsfield Online Permitting System
To move all the data from the current site to the new site, the permitting system for the Engineering Division will be unavailable during this transition period. No permit applications will be accepted online.
MSBA Board Shifts Greylock School Project into Funding Phase
The $65 million Greylock Elementary School project has moved another step forward with the Massachusetts School Building Authority's vote to enter into a funding agreement.
Cheshire Appalachian Trail Community Celebration
There is a rain date of June 30.
North Adams Council Passes Years-Long Ordinance Project
The ordinance changes also included updating fees, some of which have not changed in years, were varied within the city code or out of line with state laws.
County Residents Encouraged to Test Home Internet Capability
Berkshire County residents have until July 20 to challenge the federal government's assessment of broadband availability at their home.
Planned Electrical Interruptions Set in North Adams
Certain areas of the downtown will have power interruptions overnight Tuesday so National Grid crews can work on the electrical system.
John Goerlach Thanked for 18 Years of Service to Lanesborough
ohn Goerlach was presented with his nameplate for the Select Board and thanked for his nearly two decades of service to the town.
Dalton Green Takes First Steps Toward Climate Action Plan
The committee wants to develop a climate action plan to achieve net-zero by 2050 by seeking strategies to decrease the town's dependence on fossil fuels for homes, businesses, municipal facilities, and vehicles.
Stabbing, Alleged Overserving Brings Methuselah Back to Licensing Board
Methuselah Bar and Lounge was back in front of the Licensing Board after a stabbing outside the bar and alleged overserving.
What to know before 'reversing' your retirement
If you've retired, you may have thought you closed the book on one chapter of your life. But what happens if you need to "reverse" your retirement?
MassDot Advisory: South County Construction Operations
Monday, June 24, through Saturday, June 29 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Williamstown Select Board Commits ARPA Funds to Mount Greylock School District Project
On a vote of 4-0, the board agreed to contribute about $66,000 — what remains uncommitted from the town's original ARPA grant of about $2 million — as requested by the Mount Greylock School Committee.
Neighbors Say Vacant Dalton Home Causing Rat Problems
The Board of Health has ordered that a formal plan be in place to address the dilapidated condition of the house at 27 Mountain View Terrace.
Bash Bish Falls Reopened
The parking area has been reopened after construction.
Dalton Fire District's New Website Live
The new website improves the accessibility to forms, permits, and public records, including meeting agendas, minutes, warrants, election results and bylaws, and allows for easier updating of news and information.
