Community
Governor Files Legislation to Rename the Executive Office of Elder Affairs
This timing is part of the celebration of Older Americans Month, which takes place in May.
Monument Mountain Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian for 2024
Both will speak at graduation ceremonies being held on Sunday, June 2, at 1:30 p.m. at Tanglewood in Lenox.
Pittsfield Council OKs $3M Borrowing for Failing PHS Boilers
The nearly 100-year-old boilers are original to the building and have exceeded their useful life, officials say. They are converted locomotive engines that are extremely inefficient and expensive to maintain.
Lee Graduates Told to Proceed With Optimism, Curiosity
Fifty-seven seniors received diplomas on Saturday at Tanglewood. Valedictorian Allen Ni and salutatorian Kira Johnson have high hopes for their peers in college and beyond.
BArT Grads Express Gratitude, Aim for Continued Growth
In addition to the annual "Moment of Appreciation" school tradition when graduates each give a flower to a faculty member who impacted their life in a significant way, two seniors made appreciation for their parents a major theme of their remarks.
Mount Everett Class Touted as 'Little Engines That Could'
Thirty students crossed the Tanglewood stage Saturday morning under sunny skies. School Committee Chair Bonnie Silvers explained that when writing her address to the class, she turned to the American folktale "The Little Engine That Could."
Valedictorian, Salutatorian Named for McCann Class of 2024
McCann Technical School Principal Justin Kratz announces Amy Lynn Harrington as valedictorian and Svea-Marie Meaghan Lawson as salutatorian for the graduating class of 2024.
Composting with Bears in Mind
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says many people are having problems with bears looking for food near their homes, and with the food scrap ban in effect the department is providing tips for people who are composting at home so they can avoid attracting hungry bears.
Farley-Bouvier Receives Children's League of Massachusetts Award
The program included awards presented to four dedicated children's provider staff members, and to three legislative champions.
BCC Graduates Embraced for Varying Journeys to Degrees
She asked that the graduates recognize navigators who guided them on the journey, from parents and children to faculty members and advisors.
New York Man Charged With Enticing a Child
A 62-year-old New York State man was arraigned Friday for enticement of a child.
Community Hero: Danielle Nichole Munn
Witch Slapped owner and founder Danielle Nichole Munn has been nominated for the May Community Hero of the Month.
Pittsfield Council Cuts School Budget After 'Unprofessional' Comments
The City Council preliminarily approved a $216 million budget for fiscal year 2025 with a last-minute reduction to the schools.
MassDOT Advisory: South County Construction
Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, June 3, through Friday, June 7 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Williamstown Paving Schedule
Schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions
Library's Short Story Contest Begins June 1
The contest opens on Saturday, June 1, 2024, and closes at 4 pm on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024.
ADA Committee Has Dispute Over Minutes, Election
The Americans with Disabilities Act committee elected Patrick Pettit as chair and John Curro as vice chair following a heated discussion surrounding the meeting minutes during its most recent meeting.
Downtown Pittsfield Mural Shows Morningside Students Shining
Morningside Community School students smiled and pointed as they saw their own faces in the new mural on the YMCA.
Williamstown Elementary School to Present 'Matilda, Jr.' Musical
General admission is $5.
Berkshire Rowing Club Given OK for New Rack at Onota Lake
On Tuesday, the Parks Commission approved the installation of a temporary rack next to the boat ramp parking lot for the 2024 season.
BMC North Street Driveway Closing as Part of Construction Project
This closure is the result of the ongoing DOT traffic circle project near the Medical Center.
Morris Elementary School Welcomes New Assistant Principal
Soules brings experience and a diverse background in education to the district.
Pittsfield Police Threaten Criminal Charges for Orbeez Guns
The Police Department has doubled down on the school district's public warning about toy gel guns.
Clarksburg OKs $5.1M Budget; Moves CPA Adoption Forward
The annual town meeting sped through the questions on Wednesday night, swiftly passing a total budget of $5.1 million for fiscal 2025 with no comments.
Springside Pump Track Designers Scaling Back Over High Costs
A 50 percent jump in construction costs has put a roadblock in the proposed pump track at Springside Park but the commitment remains.
LVBC Annual Virtual Fundraiser: 30 in 30
Participants are encouraged to pledge to complete 30 miles of walking, running, hiking, or biking from June 1 to June 30. The event is open to individuals across the United States.
BRPC Invites Applications to the Home Modification Loan Program
0 percent interest loans available to qualifying households
Incumbents Returned to Williamstown Prudential Committee
A small crowd of residents convened for the district annual meeting that followed the election. All articles on the meeting warrant passed unanimously.
Lee High School Announces Graduation Speakers For 2024
The 147th graduation exercises of Lee High School will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, at Tanglewood in Lenox.
Pittsfield Man Killed in Pedestrian Crash
David Frye, 72, was traveling north on Second Street at about 7 p.m. when the collision occurred.
