Community
Williamstown Affordable Housing Trust Hears Objections to Summer Street Proposal
A couple of the residents who addressed the AHT said they are concerned that Northern Berkshire Habitat is biting off more than it can chew and will not have the resources to build five houses at the site.
Adams Beautification Plans Community Cleanup
The Adams Beautification group, which has been quietly sprucing up the town since 2022, hopes to bring in more members of the community during a community cleanup day scheduled for Saturday, April 27.
Adams Historical Society Annual Meeting
Trudel's presentation will include never-before-published photographs of the company's operations, samples of original Jones Division fabrics, and family photographs. Materials from the historical society's collection will also be on display.
BEAT: Volunteer Fieldwork
This spring, BEAT is offering training to anyone interested in conducting volunteer fieldwork by surveying culverts and road-stream crossings. The first field day training is Tuesday, April 30.
Dalton Select Board Argues Over Sidewalk Article
A heated discussion concerning sidewalks during Monday night's Select Board meeting resulted in the acting chair calling a recess to cool the situation.
Developer Asks $400K From Pittsfield Housing Trust for Condo Project
Between disagreements about site design and a formal funding process not yet established, more time is needed before a decision can be made.
Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Election Pay, Veterans Parking, Wetland Ordinances
The Ordinances and Rules subcommittee on Monday unanimously supported a pay raise for election workers, free downtown parking for veterans, and safeguards to better protect wetlands.
Spectrum Cable Hearing Set in North Adams
The 10-year contract with Spectrum/Charter Communications will cover the city of North Adams and the towns of Adams, Cheshire and Clarksburg.
North Adams Farmers Market Moving to Main Street
The Farmers Market will share space with Touchy Coffee that will occupy the former TD bank building for the month of May.
Robert Collins Runs for Dalton Select Board Seat
Robert Collins felt it was time for a new voice to "shake things up a bit."
Berkshire Athenaeum Computer Recycling Collection
Accepted items include monitors, scanners, computer mice, printers, keyboards, laptop batteries, ink and toner cartridges, computers, hard drives, speakers, cords, and cables. No television sets will be accepted.
Williamstown Housing Trust Commits $80K to Support Cable Mills Phase 3
Developer David Traggorth asked the trustees to make the contribution from its coffers to help unlock an additional $5.4 million in state funds for the planned 54-unit apartment building at the south end of the Cable Mills site.
North Street Parking Study Favors Parallel Parking
A parking study of North Street will be presented at Tuesday's City Council meeting. The design maintains parallel parking while expanding pedestrian zones and adding protected bike lanes.
Guest Column: Berkshire United Way's Call to Action During National Volunteer Week
At Berkshire United Way, we mark National Volunteer Week as the centerpiece of our own Here For Good Volunteer Month.
Retired Senior Volunteers Recognized 36K Hours of Service
Amy Schirmer was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year for creating a weekly therapeutic art class at the George B. Crane Center to help those in recovery from substance use.
Exploring North Adams' History At the Library
Led by local historian Gene Carlson and in collaboration with the North Adams Historical Society, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the city's past.
MassDOT: Lenox Temporary Lane Closures on Route 7 Northbound
Lane closures in place from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, Monday, April 22 through Friday, May 17
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 22-26
Use caution when traveling on these roads. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.
Phase 1 of Pontoosuc Lake Park Improvements Planned for South Side
After decades of planning, the city hopes to break ground on Phase 1 of Pontoosuc Lake Park's revitalization this summer.
Marchetti Proposes 8% Water/Sewer Increase
The City Council agenda on Tuesday includes water and sewer rates as well as a proposed change to the schedule and calculation for predictability and fair pricing.
Scenic Flight Group Setting Up at North Adams Airport
The Airport Commission voted to permit Adirondack Aviation to operate out of Harriman and West Airport.
MassHealth To Expand Eligibility and Lower Insurance Costs
Approved 1115 Waiver Amendment will Make Health Care More Accessible, Equitable and Affordable for Hundreds of Thousands of Residents
Former District Attorney Marks Year In New Position in St. Louis
Harrington was elected as the first female district attorney for Berkshire County in 2018.
Unemployment and Job Estimates for March 2024
Labor force increased by 8,300; Unemployment remains steady at 2.9 percent
Community Members Assist in Trout Stocking Onota Lake
Fish and buckets flew into Onota Lake on Wednesday afternoon, thanks to MassWildlife's annual spring trout stocking event.
Teacher of the Month: Alla Chelukhova
Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School history teacher Alla Chelukhova has been selected as the April Teacher of the Month.
New England States Seek Funding for Transmission, Energy Storage Infrastructure
Two applications demonstrate continued regional and interregional collaboration on electricity infrastructure to bolster grid reliability and resilience
MassDOT Extends Public Comment Period for Beyond Mobility
Beyond Mobility plan to help guide MassDOT's decision-making and investments through 2050 Comment period one step in robust public engagement efforts
Bascom Lodge to Open Memorial Day Weekend
Bascom Lodge will open to overnight guests and visitors on Memorial Day weekend.
Toy Library Installed at Onota Lake
Feel free to use or leave a toy at Onota Lake's newest infrastructure meant to foster community and benefit kids.
